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Rescue Me

Rescue Me, Season 5 revolves around the lives of the men in a New York City firehouse, the crew of 62 Truck. Examining the fraternal nature and relationships of firefighters, the series tackles the daily drama of the life-and-death situations associated with being a firefighter, while exploring the ways the men use dark humor to protect their true emotions.
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Episodes

  1. S5 E1 - Baptism
    April 6, 2009
    42min
    TV-MA
    Tommy copes with the loss of his father and a new man in Janet's life. Sheila finds a different way to deal with her issues while Sean, Franco, and Mike concoct a surefire way to get rich and laid.
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  2. S5 E2 - Season 5, Episode 2: French
    April 13, 2009
    43min
    TV-MA
    An exotic visitor sparks mixed reactions in the firehouse. Tommy deals with the possibility of expulsion from the FDNY and a new sponsorship role in AA. As Mike and the guys renovate their new bar, Sheila learns that being a big sister isn't always easy.
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  3. S5 E3 - Wine
    April 20, 2009
    43min
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    The calls from Tommy's AA sponsee increase as Tommy attempts to navigate a touchy issue with Colleen.
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  4. S5 E4 - Jimmy
    April 27, 2009
    43min
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    Tommy makes a shocking discovery regarding Jimmy's whereabouts on 9/1l. Sheila takes drastic measures to purge the negative energy from her life as Sean's back pain gets worse.
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  5. S5 E5 - Sheila
    May 4, 2009
    42min
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    After a run in with Janet's brash new boyfriend, Tommy grows concerned about Katie's whereabouts. Sheila is finally able to come to terms with Jimmy's death as Damien makes the decision to follow in his father's footsteps.
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  6. S5 E6 - Perspective
    May 11, 2009
    42min
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    A personal milestone finds Tommy back at Ground Zero. Genevieve's perspective on 9/11 incenses Tommy, whereas Franco's point of view has more dire consequences. Meanwhile, Sean's back pain gets more serious.
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  7. S5 E7 - Play
    May 18, 2009
    42min
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    Tommy and Janet attempt to survive a weekend together at Katy's new prep school. Meanwhile, Lou sees Tommy's absence as a way to move in on Genevieve. Teddy and Maggie receive vulgar propositions.
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  8. S5 E8 - Iceman
    May 25, 2009
    42min
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    A late-night cleanup turns into a nightmare for Tommy when several unexpected visitors stop by the bar. Feinberg allows Damien to ride along with the crew, but may not be prepared for the consequences.
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  9. S5 E9 - Thaw
    June 1, 2009
    42min
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    Tension runs high as Needles holds the guys accountable for their lack of judgment.
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  10. S5 E10 - Control
    June 8, 2009
    42min
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    Tommy and Mike must lay their differences aside when a roadblock puts a dangerous halt to a routine call. Sheila uses her leverage to control Tommy's drinking, while Lou refuses to give in to the allure of an old flame.
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  11. S5 E11 - Mickey
    June 15, 2009
    42min
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    Though Tommy's pacts with Sheila and Janet have begun to unravel, Gavin remains sexually adventurous much to Tommy's chagrin. Garrity divulges his medical secret and Tommy proclaims he's been drinking at AA.
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  12. S5 E12 - Disease
    June 22, 2009
    43min
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    The stakes are high between Lou and Tommy as they vie to be the last single man standing. Garrity looks worse than the guys had expected, but have no idea just how far from reality he has drifted.
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  13. S5 E13 - Torch
    June 29, 2009
    41min
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    A gruesome accident has the guys fighting to stay strong. When Tommy is the only one to remain stoic, he seeks a violent outlet for his emotions.
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  14. S5 E14 - Wheels
    July 6, 2009
    41min
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    The crew gathers to show their support for Franco as he steps into the ring. Sean reveals his shady financial scheme and things quickly turn from bad to worse when an act of good will backfires on the crew.
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  15. S5 E15 - Initiation
    July 13, 2009
    42min
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    Damian's graduation ushers in a new era at the firehouse - one steeped in brotherhood, tradition, and hazing. It's all fun until Tommy's decision to protect Damian leaves the rest of the crew in a dangerous position.
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  16. S5 E16 - Clean
    July 20, 2009
    42min
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    When Tommy has to clean the firehouse due to his defiant ways, a mystery woman suddenly makes an appearance. Meanwhile, when Tommy's drinking begins to cause problems, his family confronts him.
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  17. S5 E17 - Lesbos
    July 27, 2009
    41min
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    The perfect party becomes a nightmare when a herd of brutish women infiltrate the bar. Tommy's love triangle reaches new heights.
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  18. S5 E18 - Carrot
    August 3, 2009
    42min
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    A no-nonsense woman shows up at the firehouse talking trash and looking for a date. Janet offers Tommy an ultimatum, Needles and Lou concoct a battle of the sexes, and Sean's medical condition takes a trip below the belt.
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  19. S5 E19 - David
    August 10, 2009
    42min
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    When Kelly-- a headstrong recent save-- continues to probe the firehouse for men, Tommy steps in to put a halt on her advances on Damian. Lou approaches Needles to act as a buffer to Tommy for the upcoming nuptials.
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  20. S5 E20 - Zippo
    August 17, 2009
    42min
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    Janet divulges the sordid details of a past relationship to Tommy and he lashes out. With Janet and Sheila on the rocks, Tommy seeks refuge in Kelly.
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  21. S5 E21 - Jump
    August 24, 2009
    43min
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    Things spin out of control when Franco takes to the ring against one of Carla's butch cohorts. Tommy bartends to relieve tensions after a failed rescue sees the guys down and out.
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  22. S5 E22 - Drink
    August 31, 2009
    43min
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    Uncle Teddy appears surprisingly stoic after a staggering personal loss, but finally bursts at the seams and has the gang cornered. Janet and Sheila's plan goes haywire and leaves a trail of destruction in its wake.
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Extras

Bonus

Behind The Scenes
Behind The Scenes
13minTV-MA
Watch Rescue Me Behind the Scenes Cast and Crew interviews from season 5.
Watch Rescue Me Behind the Scenes Cast and Crew interviews from season 5.
Watch Rescue Me Behind the Scenes Cast and Crew interviews from season 5.
Rescue Me Webisode
Rescue Me Webisode
47minTV-MA
Rescue Me, the acclaimed drama starring Denis Leary that revolves around the lives of the men in a NYC firehouse, premieres 10 new, original minisodes. Bridging the gap until the fifth season premiere in 2009, the minisodes center around the fraternal banter and high jinks in the fire house.
Rescue Me, the acclaimed drama starring Denis Leary that revolves around the lives of the men in a NYC firehouse, premieres 10 new, original minisodes. Bridging the gap until the fifth season premiere in 2009, the minisodes center around the fraternal banter and high jinks in the fire house.
Rescue Me, the acclaimed drama starring Denis Leary that revolves around the lives of the men in a NYC firehouse, premieres 10 new, original minisodes. Bridging the gap until the fifth season premiere in 2009, the minisodes center around the fraternal banter and high jinks in the fire house.

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Content advisory
Violencealcohol usesmokingfoul languagesexual content
Audio languages
English
Subtitles
English [CC]
Directors
John Fortenberry
Producers
Peter TolanJim SerpicoDenis Leary
Starring
Denis LearyAdam FerraraMichael Lombardi
Studio
FX Cable Channel

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