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The L Word S5E10 — Lifecycle
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The L Word•Season 5•Episode 10

Lifecycle

8.1/10 · 222 votesMar 9, 200854 min

Ranked #2 of 12 in Season 5•+0.3 vs season avg

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The girls attend the Subaru Pink Ride to support breast cancer research. Tina is furious for Niki blowing her cover with Jenny but Adele assures her the two won't be seen together publicly. Meeting old friends prompts Tasha to ponder her long-term plans in life.

Directed byAngela Robinson
Written byAngela Robinson
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Jennifer Beals

Jennifer Beals

Bette Porter

Kate Moennig

Kate Moennig

Shane McCutcheon

Mia Kirshner

Mia Kirshner

Jenny Schecter

Leisha Hailey

Leisha Hailey

Alice Pieszecki

Laurel Holloman

Laurel Holloman

Tina Kennard

Daniel Sea

Daniel Sea

Moira/Max Sweeney

Pam Grier

Pam Grier

Kit Porter

Rose Rollins

Rose Rollins

Tasha Williams

Marlee Matlin

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Jodi Lerner

Rachel Shelley

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Helena Peabody

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Angela Robinson

Angela Robinson

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Angela Robinson

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Episode Summary

"Lifecycle" is episode 10 of The L Word season 5. It scored 8.1/10 from 222 votes, ranking #2 of 12 episodes this season (season average 7.8). Directed by Angela Robinson and written by Angela Robinson, it aired on March 9, 2008.

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