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Big Love

A fundamentalist Mormon patriarch in modern-day Utah struggles to balance his devotion to his three wives, their children, and his community while navigating the tensions between family loyalty, faith, and the outside world.

Released
2006
Seasons
5 seasons
Drama

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The story of Bill Henrickson and his life in suburban Salt Lake City, balancing the needs of his three wives -- Barb, Nicki and Margene-- their seven kids, three new houses and the opening of his newest hardware store. When disturbing news arrives about Bill

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 112 episodes · premiered Mar 12, 2006

Season 212 episodes · premiered Jun 11, 2007

Season 310 episodes · premiered Jan 18, 2009

Season 49 episodes · premiered Jan 10, 2010

Season 510 episodes · premiered Jan 16, 2011

  1. 5.01WinterJan 16, 2011Rate

    Bill Henrikson, newly elected as state senator, publicly reveals his polygamous lifestyle, leading to intense public and political backlash, and his family compound comes under siege. Meanwhile, Alby Grant, who has been living in the desert, returns with a vengeful plan to cleanse the community.

  2. 5.02A Seat At The TableJan 23, 2011Rate

    Bill, newly elected and having made polygamy public, urges others to do the same, while Barb persuades Nancy to attend a mother-daughter event with her mother.

  3. 5.03Certain Poor ShepherdsJan 30, 2011Rate

    The Henrickson family's holiday spirit is disrupted by unexpected family secrets. Meanwhile, Alby's efforts to cleanse Juniper Creek result in a surprising departure.

  4. 5.04The OathFeb 6, 2011Rate

    Bill contends with challenges to his eligibility to take office as a senator, while Barb, Nicki, and Margene navigate personal discoveries and shifts in their public images.

  5. 5.05The Special RelationshipFeb 13, 2011Rate

    Bill achieves political success in the Senate but encounters opposition from the Mormon Church. Barb begins to reevaluate her life's direction, while Cara Lynn's adoption process is complicated by unexpected challenges. Lois reflects on her history with Frank.

  6. 5.06D.I.V.O.R.C.E.Feb 20, 2011Rate

    Bill resists Barb's plans for the church, prompting tension. Nicki becomes frustrated with the existing order, while Margene seeks to unite the children affected by polygamy.

  7. 5.07Til Death Do Us PartFeb 27, 2011Rate

    Bill sees an opportunity to reaffirm his commitment to his multiple wives through a wedding, while Alby takes a decisive step that shifts the balance of power.

  8. 5.08The Noose TightensMar 6, 2011Rate

    Bill struggles to protect his family and reclaim his independence, while Alby confronts past obligations and Nicki begins preparing Cara Lynn for a life beyond their current circumstances.

  9. 5.09ExorcismMar 13, 2011Rate

    Alby allies with Adaleen to oppose Bill and his family, while Rhonda's proposal to Ben leads to the end of his relationship with Heather. As Bill confronts the possibility of a 20-year prison sentence, his family struggles to cope, and Cara Lynn has an emotional breakdown after learning from Nikki that Mr. Ivy never loved her.

  10. 5.10Where Men and Mountains MeetMar 20, 2011Rate

    In the final episode of *Big Love*, Margene considers a solo cruise to assist others, Barb readies herself for baptism into the family's new church, and Nikki worries about being abandoned should Bill face imprisonment.

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