The L Word
A tight‑knit circle of Los Angeles lesbians strives to balance love, ambition and loyalty while confronting the personal and professional challenges that threaten to tear their community apart.
A group of lesbian friends navigate challenges related to romance and their careers in Los Angeles.
Seasons
- 1.01Pilot Part 1Jan 18, 2004Rate

Bette Porter and Tina Kennard, a seven-year couple, decide to start a family, while their neighbor Tim Haspel looks forward to his girlfriend Jenny Schecter moving in with him. Jenny, a young writer from the Midwest, finds herself challenged as she is introduced to Bette and Tina's circle of lesbian friends, confronting new perspectives on life and relationships in Los Angeles.
- 1.02Pilot Part 2Jan 18, 2004Rate

In this episode, the main characters face unexpected challenges that test their relationships and force them to make difficult decisions. As tensions rise, secrets begin to surface, complicating their efforts to move forward. The episode ends with a major development that shifts the group's dynamic.
- 1.03Let's Do ItJan 25, 2004Rate

Tina attempts to come to terms with her reservations about a new sperm donor, while Tim organizes a dinner party and invites his ex-girlfriend Marina, which unsettles Jenny. Meanwhile, Alice encounters her abusive ex, and Dana develops an interest in a chef but hesitates to pursue it.
- 1.04LongingFeb 1, 2004Rate

Bette confronts the gallery board chairman over his plan to shut down the gallery, while Alice pursues a reunion with an ex-girlfriend, much to her friends' concern. Jenny struggles with her emotions toward Marina, and Dana successfully secures a date with Lara.
- 1.05Lies, Lies, LiesFeb 8, 2004Rate

Jenny discusses her relationship with Marina with a former college professor. Bette learns something pleasant. Dana struggles with the fear of her sexuality being revealed while balancing her tennis career and relationship with Lara. Alice's mother visits and stays with her.
- 1.06LawfullyFeb 15, 2004Rate

Dana attends a dinner party hosted by Subaru, who are considering sponsoring her tennis career, causing tension with Lara when Dana chooses a male doubles partner instead of her. Meanwhile, Tim discovers Marina and Jenny in an intimate situation, Alice works to resolve issues with her mother, and Bette informs her father about Tina's pregnancy, only to be disappointed by his response.
- 1.07Losing ItFeb 22, 2004Rate

Tim becomes anxious after learning that Jenny has gone missing. Bette goes to New York for an art event, straining her relationship with Tina, while in Los Angeles, Tina is approached by the sperm donor's girlfriend, who begins to trouble her.
- 1.08L'EnnuiFeb 29, 2004Rate

Tina and Bette are taken aback when their friends suggest that preparing for parenthood has made them dull. Meanwhile, Jenny takes refuge at Marina's house after being thrown out by Tim, only to discover unexpected details about Marina's private life, and Dana faces a difficult decision when she must turn down Lara amid a potential sponsorship issue.
- 1.09Listen UpMar 7, 2004Rate

Jenny invites her college roommate, played by guest star Sarah Strange, to stay with the idea of confessing her affair with Marina. Meanwhile, Bette and Tina participate in a parenting preparation group, and Dana struggles to come out to her conservative parents.
- 1.10Luck, Next TimeMar 14, 2004Rate

Shane is given a major career opportunity when he is chosen to style a prominent client's hair. Meanwhile, Bette and Tina face a shocking and upsetting revelation. Jenny attends a dinner with Marina and Francesca, and Alice begins to question the future of her relationship with Lisa.
- 1.11LiberallyMar 21, 2004Rate

Bette becomes concerned when Tina becomes overly involved in volunteer activities, while Marina and Francesca have a heated disagreement. Meanwhile, Alice begins to suspect she may be pregnant with Lisa's child, and Dana and Jenny attempt to comfort one another.
- 1.12Looking BackMar 28, 2004Rate

Tina, Jenny, Shane, Alice, and Dana take a trip to Palm Springs, where they recount their "first love" stories during the journey. Meanwhile, back in Los Angeles, Bette hires Candace, a skilled and attractive carpenter, to assist with preparing the gallery for the "Provocations" exhibit opening.
- 1.13Locked UpApr 4, 2004Rate

Following a riot at an art gallery, the group finds themselves arrested. Meanwhile, Shane pushes Clea away, Jenny attends a date, and Marina grows closer to Robin as preparations for Drag King night at The Planet begin.
- 1.14Limb from LimbApr 11, 2004Rate
Bette faces a difficult choice as the "Provocations" event nears. After receiving upsetting news, Dana seeks support from Tonya, which troubles Alice. Meanwhile, Shane attempts to break things off with Clea, but his approach only makes matters worse.
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Seasons & Episodes
- 1.01Pilot Part 1Jan 18, 2004Rate

Bette Porter and Tina Kennard, a seven-year couple, decide to start a family, while their neighbor Tim Haspel looks forward to his girlfriend Jenny Schecter moving in with him. Jenny, a young writer from the Midwest, finds herself challenged as she is introduced to Bette and Tina's circle of lesbian friends, confronting new perspectives on life and relationships in Los Angeles.
- 1.02Pilot Part 2Jan 18, 2004Rate

In this episode, the main characters face unexpected challenges that test their relationships and force them to make difficult decisions. As tensions rise, secrets begin to surface, complicating their efforts to move forward. The episode ends with a major development that shifts the group's dynamic.
- 1.03Let's Do ItJan 25, 2004Rate

Tina attempts to come to terms with her reservations about a new sperm donor, while Tim organizes a dinner party and invites his ex-girlfriend Marina, which unsettles Jenny. Meanwhile, Alice encounters her abusive ex, and Dana develops an interest in a chef but hesitates to pursue it.
- 1.04LongingFeb 1, 2004Rate

Bette confronts the gallery board chairman over his plan to shut down the gallery, while Alice pursues a reunion with an ex-girlfriend, much to her friends' concern. Jenny struggles with her emotions toward Marina, and Dana successfully secures a date with Lara.
- 1.05Lies, Lies, LiesFeb 8, 2004Rate

Jenny discusses her relationship with Marina with a former college professor. Bette learns something pleasant. Dana struggles with the fear of her sexuality being revealed while balancing her tennis career and relationship with Lara. Alice's mother visits and stays with her.
- 1.06LawfullyFeb 15, 2004Rate

Dana attends a dinner party hosted by Subaru, who are considering sponsoring her tennis career, causing tension with Lara when Dana chooses a male doubles partner instead of her. Meanwhile, Tim discovers Marina and Jenny in an intimate situation, Alice works to resolve issues with her mother, and Bette informs her father about Tina's pregnancy, only to be disappointed by his response.
- 1.07Losing ItFeb 22, 2004Rate

Tim becomes anxious after learning that Jenny has gone missing. Bette goes to New York for an art event, straining her relationship with Tina, while in Los Angeles, Tina is approached by the sperm donor's girlfriend, who begins to trouble her.
- 1.08L'EnnuiFeb 29, 2004Rate

Tina and Bette are taken aback when their friends suggest that preparing for parenthood has made them dull. Meanwhile, Jenny takes refuge at Marina's house after being thrown out by Tim, only to discover unexpected details about Marina's private life, and Dana faces a difficult decision when she must turn down Lara amid a potential sponsorship issue.
- 1.09Listen UpMar 7, 2004Rate

Jenny invites her college roommate, played by guest star Sarah Strange, to stay with the idea of confessing her affair with Marina. Meanwhile, Bette and Tina participate in a parenting preparation group, and Dana struggles to come out to her conservative parents.
- 1.10Luck, Next TimeMar 14, 2004Rate

Shane is given a major career opportunity when he is chosen to style a prominent client's hair. Meanwhile, Bette and Tina face a shocking and upsetting revelation. Jenny attends a dinner with Marina and Francesca, and Alice begins to question the future of her relationship with Lisa.
- 1.11LiberallyMar 21, 2004Rate

Bette becomes concerned when Tina becomes overly involved in volunteer activities, while Marina and Francesca have a heated disagreement. Meanwhile, Alice begins to suspect she may be pregnant with Lisa's child, and Dana and Jenny attempt to comfort one another.
- 1.12Looking BackMar 28, 2004Rate

Tina, Jenny, Shane, Alice, and Dana take a trip to Palm Springs, where they recount their "first love" stories during the journey. Meanwhile, back in Los Angeles, Bette hires Candace, a skilled and attractive carpenter, to assist with preparing the gallery for the "Provocations" exhibit opening.
- 1.13Locked UpApr 4, 2004Rate

Following a riot at an art gallery, the group finds themselves arrested. Meanwhile, Shane pushes Clea away, Jenny attends a date, and Marina grows closer to Robin as preparations for Drag King night at The Planet begin.
- 1.14Limb from LimbApr 11, 2004Rate
Bette faces a difficult choice as the "Provocations" event nears. After receiving upsetting news, Dana seeks support from Tonya, which troubles Alice. Meanwhile, Shane attempts to break things off with Clea, but his approach only makes matters worse.
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