Parks and Recreation

Season 5

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In an attempt to beautify her town — and advance her career — Leslie Knope, a mid-level bureaucrat in the Parks and Recreation Department of Pawnee, Indiana, takes on bureaucrats, cranky neighbors, and single-issue fanatics whose weapons are lawsuits, the jumble of city codes, and the democratic process she loves so much.

Where to Watch Season 5

22 Episodes

Ms. Knope Goes to Washington
E1
Ms. Knope Goes to WashingtonLeslie and Andy visit Ben and April at their new jobs in Washington D.C., and Leslie feels overwhelmed by the city -- especially after meeting two of her idols. Meanwhile, Ron throws a "thank you" barbeque for the entire Parks and Recreation staff.
Soda Tax
E2
Soda TaxLeslie decides to wage war on obesity in Pawnee in her first mission as city councilor by passing a city-wide soda tax. Meanwhile, Andy tries to get in shape for his police-entrance exam, and Ben struggles to connect with the interns in his office.
How a Bill Becomes a Law
E3
How a Bill Becomes a LawLeslie helps a local swim team get more practice time by working on a new law that extends the hours at the community pool; Ron finds himself filling a pothole for a local woman (Lucy Lawless) as part of Chris' new plan to solve citizens' problems around the city; April and Ben take a road trip to Pawnee.
Sex Education
E4
Sex EducationAn STD outbreak amongst Pawnee seniors prompts Leslie to conduct a sex education class. Meanwhile, Ron helps Tom adjust to life without technology after his gadgets are taken away, and Ben and April meet Congressman Murray for the first time.
Halloween Surprise
E5
Halloween SurpriseIn this episode, on Halloween, Andy ropes Ron into taking Diane's daughters trick-or-treating. Leslie holds a fundraiser to pay for Jerry's hospital bill after he has a heart attack. Meanwhile, in Washington, Ben is offered a campaign job in Florida.
Ben's Parents
E6
Ben's ParentsAt Leslie and Ben's engagement party, Leslie optimistically tries to bring Ben's angry divorced parents together. As Tom and Jean-Ralphio prepare to pitch their ridiculous Rent-a-Swag idea to Ron, Tom realises he is pulling most of the team's weight.
Leslie vs. April
E7
Leslie vs. AprilLeslie gets upset when April tries to get Lot 48 made into a dog park. Meanwhile, Tom enlists Ben’s help as he tries to launch his new business venture, and Andy hones his crime scene investigation skills.
Pawnee Commons
E8
Pawnee CommonsLeslie wants to reject a great park idea just because the designer comes from Eagleton, Tom begins his new business venture with a new fiscal approach, and Andy and April find a way to make Andy's new security job more exciting.
Ron and Diane
E9
Ron and DianeRon, Diane, and Leslie attend a wood working awards dinner after one of Ron's handcrafted chairs is nominated, but the happy occasion is threatened by the arrival of Tammy II. Meanwhile, Jerry hosts a holiday party at his home with his wife, and some of his friends are shocked to find they were not invited.
Two Parties
E10
Two PartiesBen and Leslie's rival bachelor and bachelorette parties each take on a very different tune.
Women in Garbage
E11
Women in GarbageLeslie and April handle a garbage route, while Tom asks Andy and Ben to teach him about basketball. Meanwhile, Ron is left to watch Diane's kids while their babysitter is out of town.
Ann's Decision
E12
Ann's DecisionAnn tries to get to know herself as Leslie meddles in one of her biggest life decisions. Meanwhile, things go south when Ben enlists the guys to help choose a caterer for the wedding.
Emergency Response
E13
Emergency ResponseLeslie and Ben organize a black tie gala to raise money for their park, but their plans are derailed when a city-wide emergency response drill is called. Meanwhile, Andy prepares to take his Police Academy Exam and Ron fills in for Leslie on Pawnee Today.
Leslie and Ben
E14
Leslie and BenLeslie and Ben spontaneously decided to get married at the Pawnee Commons gala, giving themselves two hours to prepare. Their friends and coworkers use their skills to make the wedding possible. Meanwhile, Councilman Jamm is still drunk and annoying.
Correspondents' Lunch
E15
Correspondents' LunchAfter an obnoxious newspaper reporter steals Leslie's jokes at the Pawnee Correspondents' dinner, Leslie's improvised jokes crash and burn. Meanwhile, Ann asks Chris to be her sperm donor, and Ben hires a depressed Andy to work for Sweetums Foundation.
Bailout
E16
BailoutLeslie is determined to help a local video store stay in business, while Chris offers Tom advice on how to deal with a difficult employee. Elsewhere, Ann resorts to blackmail to get April to be her friend.
Partridge
E17
PartridgeLeslie accompanies Ben on a trip to his hometown which has offered him a key to the city. Ron deals with a lawsuit filed against him by Councilman Jamm. Ann and Chris take a parenting compatibility quiz.
Animal Control
E18
Animal ControlLeslie decides to give the Animal Control Department a much-needed makeover. Ann tries to get Ron the medical attention he needs. Ben, Tom, and Andy recruit donors for their charity foundation.
Article Two
E19
Article TwoLeslie works to get rid of outdated laws from the original town charter. April and Ron receive management training from Chris. Ben finds himself in a bidding war against Ann to win a present for Leslie.
Jerry's Retirement
E20
Jerry's RetirementWhen Leslie finds out Jerry is retiring, she struggles with the proper way to commemorate the occasion. Chris and Ann prepare to have a baby together. Tom worries he will become the office punching bag once Jerry leaves.
Swing Vote
E21
Swing VoteAfter a bill to fund a local putt-putt course is introduced, Leslie and Ron compete for Jamm's swing vote. Meanwhile, Andy decides to retire from the band, and Ann tries to help Tom break up with Mona-Lisa.
Are You Better Off?
E22
Are You Better Off?Are You Better Off? - This week, Andy discovers a positive pregnancy test and tries to figure out who it belongs to as Bert Macklin. A city council meeting turns ugly when Sweetums Corporation speaks out against Leslie Knope's bid for reelection.