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The Best Episodes of The Hills Season 5

Every episode of The Hills Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Hills Season 5!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Hills Season 5 Episode 1 - Don't Cry on Your Birthday
    6.9/10(23 votes)

    #1 - Don't Cry on Your Birthday

    S5:E1

    Lauren lands in tears during her surprise birthday party when Heidi rocks the boat by showing up uninvited. Plus, Spencer takes a swing at Stephanie's ex-boyfriend, Cameron.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Hills Season 5 Episode 2 - Everything Happens for a Reason
    5.8/10(22 votes)

    #2 - Everything Happens for a Reason

    S5:E2

    Heidi and Spencer evaluate their relationship after the bar scene and Lauren scolds Stephanie for pushing Heidi on her.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Hills Season 5 Episode 3 - I'm Done With You
    5.9/10(20 votes)

    #3 - I'm Done With You

    S5:E3

    After Heidi catches Spencer at a nightclub with Stacie the bartender, she demands they go to couple's therapy. Plus, Lauren puts her reputation on the line when she gets Stephanie an interview at People's Revolution.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Hills Season 5 Episode 4 - Crazy In Love
    5.7/10(19 votes)

    #4 - Crazy In Love

    S5:E4

    As Audrina tries to get over Justin, she sees Brody in a new light. Plus, Heidi drags Spencer to couples' therapy and Stephanie has a hard time handling work at People's Revolution.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Hills Season 5 Episode 5 - I Always Had A Little Crush
    6.3/10(22 votes)

    #5 - I Always Had A Little Crush

    S5:E5

    Things heat up between Audrina and Brody in Hawaii and Heidi's ex-boyfriend, Colby comes for a visit.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Hills Season 5 Episode 6 - Playmates Bring The Drama
    7.0/10(21 votes)

    #6 - Playmates Bring The Drama

    S5:E6

    The gang make their return to Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Brody and Audrina deal the repercussions from their hookup in Hawaii.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Hills Season 5 Episode 7 - Keep Your Enemies Closer
    6.5/10(18 votes)

    #7 - Keep Your Enemies Closer

    S5:E7

    Lauren is put into an awkward situation after Stephanie messes up at work. Meanwhile, Justin calls out Audrina for hooking up with Brody.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. The Hills Season 5 Episode 8 - Father Of The Bride
    5.9/10(18 votes)

    #8 - Father Of The Bride

    S5:E8

    Spencer has an important question to ask Heidi's father when he comes for a visit. Meanwhile, Lauren make the decision to fire Stephanie from People's Revolution.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Hills Season 5 Episode 9 - Hi Lauren, It's Spencer...
    7.2/10(20 votes)

    #9 - Hi Lauren, It's Spencer...

    S5:E9

    Spenser is asked by Heidi to make amends with Lauren in hopes that she'll attend their wedding. Elsewhere, a recently fired Stephanie has a run-in with Kelly Cutrone, her former boss.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Hills Season 5 Episode 10 - Something Old, Something New
    7.8/10(28 votes)

    #10 - Something Old, Something New

    S5:E10

    Heidi and Spencer head down the aisle and two unexpected guests manage to attend the ceremony.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Hills Season 5 Episode 11 - It's On Bitch!
    6.1/10(19 votes)

    #11 - It's On Bitch!

    S5:E11

    Kristin makes a big first impression in The Hills when she gets in a fight with two different women over one guy, works her way to queen bee status and lands a hot date with a motorcycle all in one episode.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. The Hills Season 5 Episode 12 - Mess With Me, I Mess With You
    4.7/10(23 votes)

    #12 - Mess With Me, I Mess With You

    S5:E12

    Kristin kicks her pursuit of Justin into high gear after Audrina blows her off, while Heidi and Spencer's opposing views on kids causes trouble.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. The Hills Season 5 Episode 13 - Strike One
    5.1/10(20 votes)

    #13 - Strike One

    S5:E13

    Justin doesn't show up at Brody's party and Audrina has a new target.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. The Hills Season 5 Episode 14 - Old Habits Die Hard
    5.4/10(19 votes)

    #14 - Old Habits Die Hard

    S5:E14

    Justin tries to make up with Kristin. Heidi thinks something is wrong with Holly.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. The Hills Season 5 Episode 15 - Sorry Boo, Strike Two
    5.9/10(23 votes)

    #15 - Sorry Boo, Strike Two

    S5:E15

    Heidi and Stephanie sit Holly down for an intervention when she continues drinking. Plus, Kristin gets upset with Justin's head games and Brody and Jayde get into a fight that leads them to reconsider their relationship.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. The Hills Season 5 Episode 16 - I'm Done With You
    5.3/10(20 votes)

    #16 - I'm Done With You

    S5:E16

    Justin finds himself in hot water after Kristin and Audrina meet. Heidi wants to have a baby, but Spencer has another plan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Hills Season 5 Episode 17 - On To The Next
    5.9/10(21 votes)

    #17 - On To The Next

    S5:E17

    Audrina gets her heart broken when Justin ends things for good, it's a war of the exes over Brody, and Spencer considers drastic measures to stop Heidi's baby obsession.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Hills Season 5 Episode 18 - Can't Always Get What You Want
    5.3/10(20 votes)

    #18 - Can't Always Get What You Want

    S5:E18

    While on a lunch date, Kristin and Brody recall the crazy times they used to have together. After Brody toasts to having a nice lunch without fighting, Kristin mentions that Jayde wants to talk with her. Brody tells Kristin she's out of her mind ...

    Director:Unknown
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  19. The Hills Season 5 Episode 19 - Mr. Right Now
    5.9/10(19 votes)

    #19 - Mr. Right Now

    S5:E19

    Kristin and Stacie's girls' weekend in Vegas becomes a threesome when Justin joins the fun. Plus, Spencer panics when he uncovers Heidi's pregnancy scheme.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Hills Season 5 Episode 20 - The Boys Of Summer
    6.1/10(20 votes)

    #20 - The Boys Of Summer

    S5:E20

    Kristin is in Malibu packing up her beach house when she tells Stacie she doesn't want to pursue a relationship with Justin Bobby. Kristin says things were perfect when they were in Vegas, but she knows real life isn't like vacation.

    Director:Unknown
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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Don't Cry on Your Birthday" is the best rated episode of "The Hills" season 5. It scored 6.9/10 based on 23 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/6/2009. This episode is rated 1.1 points higher than the second-best, "Everything Happens for a Reason".