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Big Love S5E5 — The Special Relationship

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Big Love•Season 5•Episode 5

The Special Relationship

7.6/10 · 164 votesFeb 13, 201158 min

Ranked #7 of 10 in Season 5•−0.2 vs season avg

Bill finds success in the Senate but finds new roadblocks set up by the Mormon church. Barb comes to a new conclusion about her life. Cara Lynn's adoption faces a new obstacle. Lois recalls her past with Frank.

Directed byDavid Petrarca

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Bill Paxton

Bill Paxton

Bill Henrickson

Jeanne Tripplehorn

Jeanne Tripplehorn

Barbara Henrickson

Chloë Sevigny

Chloë Sevigny

Nicolette Grant

Ginnifer Goodwin

Ginnifer Goodwin

Margene Heffman

Grace Zabriskie

Grace Zabriskie

Lois Henrickson

Douglas Smith

Douglas Smith

Ben Henrickson

Cassi Thomson

Cassi Thomson

Cara Lynn

Matt Ross

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Albert 'Alby' Grant

Mary Kay Place

Mary Kay Place

Adaleen Grant

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David Petrarca

David Petrarca

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Episode Summary

"The Special Relationship" is episode 5 of Big Love season 5. It scored 7.6/10 from 164 votes, ranking #7 of 10 episodes this season (season average 7.8). Directed by David Petrarca, it aired on February 13, 2011.

Next: E6 · D.I.V.O.R.C.E.Best of Season 5