Episodes
- S5 E1 - BaptismApril 6, 200942minTommy 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.Available to buy
- S5 E2 - Season 5, Episode 2: FrenchApril 13, 200943minAn 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.Available to buy
- S5 E3 - WineApril 20, 200943minThe calls from Tommy's AA sponsee increase as Tommy attempts to navigate a touchy issue with Colleen.Available to buy
- S5 E4 - JimmyApril 27, 200943minTommy 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.Available to buy
- S5 E5 - SheilaMay 4, 200942minAfter 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.Available to buy
- S5 E6 - PerspectiveMay 11, 200942minA 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.Available to buy
- S5 E7 - PlayMay 18, 200942minTommy 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.Available to buy
- S5 E8 - IcemanMay 25, 200942minA 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.Available to buy
- S5 E9 - ThawJune 1, 200942minTension runs high as Needles holds the guys accountable for their lack of judgment.Available to buy
- S5 E10 - ControlJune 8, 200942minTommy 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.Available to buy
- S5 E11 - MickeyJune 15, 200942minThough 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.Available to buy
- S5 E12 - DiseaseJune 22, 200943minThe 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.Available to buy
- S5 E13 - TorchJune 29, 200941minA 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.Available to buy
- S5 E14 - WheelsJuly 6, 200941minThe 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.Available to buy
- S5 E15 - InitiationJuly 13, 200942minDamian'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.Available to buy
- S5 E16 - CleanJuly 20, 200942minWhen 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.Available to buy
- S5 E17 - LesbosJuly 27, 200941minThe perfect party becomes a nightmare when a herd of brutish women infiltrate the bar. Tommy's love triangle reaches new heights.Available to buy
- S5 E18 - CarrotAugust 3, 200942minA 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.Available to buy
- S5 E19 - DavidAugust 10, 200942minWhen 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.Available to buy
- S5 E20 - ZippoAugust 17, 200942minJanet 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.Available to buy
- S5 E21 - JumpAugust 24, 200943minThings 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.Available to buy
- S5 E22 - DrinkAugust 31, 200943minUncle 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.Available to buy
Extras
Bonus
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, 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
- Violence alcohol use smoking foul language sexual content
- Audio languages
- English
- Subtitles
- English [CC]
- Directors
- John Fortenberry
- Producers
- Peter TolanJim SerpicoDenis Leary
- Studio
- FX Cable Channel
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