Parks and Recreation

Season 5 2012 - 2013
TV-14

  • 2012-09-21T00:00:00Z on NBC
  • 22m
  • 8h 4m (22 episodes)
  • United States
  • English
  • Comedy
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.

22 episodes

Season Premiere

2012-09-21T00:00:00Z

5x01 Ms. Knope Goes to Washington

Season Premiere

5x01 Ms. Knope Goes to Washington

  • 2012-09-21T00:00:00Z22m

Leslie 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.

2012-09-28T00:00:00Z

5x02 Soda Tax

5x02 Soda Tax

  • 2012-09-28T00:00:00Z22m

Leslie 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.

2012-10-05T00:00:00Z

5x03 How a Bill Becomes a Law

Leslie 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.

2012-10-19T00:00:00Z

5x04 Sex Education

5x04 Sex Education

  • 2012-10-19T00:00:00Z22m

An 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.

2012-10-26T00:00:00Z

5x05 Halloween Surprise

5x05 Halloween Surprise

  • 2012-10-26T00:00:00Z22m

A new job offer for Ben causes Leslie to contemplates their future. Meanwhile, Ron and Andy take Diane's girls out trick-or-treating, and Tom searches for a new business idea.

2012-11-09T01:00:00Z

5x06 Ben's Parents

5x06 Ben's Parents

  • 2012-11-09T01:00:00Z22m

Leslie is nervous about meeting Ben's divorced parents. Tom prepares to pitch his new business to Ron with Jean-Ralphio's help. Chris rides an emotional rollercoaster.

2012-11-16T01:00:00Z

5x07 Leslie vs. April

5x07 Leslie vs. April

  • 2012-11-16T01:00:00Z22m

Leslie 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.

2012-11-30T01:00:00Z

5x08 Pawnee Commons

5x08 Pawnee Commons

  • 2012-11-30T01:00:00Z22m

Leslie and Ben meet with an architect from their rival town, Eagleton, about designs for a new park.

2012-12-07T01:00:00Z

5x09 Ron and Diane

5x09 Ron and Diane

  • 2012-12-07T01:00:00Z22m

Ron, 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.

2013-01-18T01:00:00Z

5x10 Two Parties

5x10 Two Parties

  • 2013-01-18T01:00:00Z22m

Ben and Leslie's rival bachelor and bachelorette parties each take on a very different tune.

2013-01-25T01:00:00Z

5x11 Women in Garbage

5x11 Women in Garbage

  • 2013-01-25T01:00:00Z22m

Leslie 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.

2013-02-08T01:00:00Z

5x12 Ann's Decision

5x12 Ann's Decision

  • 2013-02-08T01:00:00Z22m

Ann 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.

2013-02-15T01:00:00Z

5x13 Emergency Response

5x13 Emergency Response

  • 2013-02-15T01:00:00Z22m

Leslie 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.

2013-02-22T01:00:00Z

5x14 Leslie and Ben

5x14 Leslie and Ben

  • 2013-02-22T01:00:00Z22m

Leslie and Ben are getting married, and have to cram months of planning into two hours. Meanwhile, Ron's temper gets him in trouble.

2013-02-22T01:00:00Z

5x15 Correspondents' Lunch

5x15 Correspondents' Lunch

  • 2013-02-22T01:00:00Z22m

Leslie's speech she prepared for a special event is stolen. Ben begins his new job at the Sweetums Charity Foundation. Ann summons the courage to ask an important question.

2013-03-15T00:00:00Z

5x16 Bailout

5x16 Bailout

  • 2013-03-15T00:00:00Z22m

Leslie 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.

2013-04-05T00:00:00Z

5x17 Partridge

5x17 Partridge

  • 2013-04-05T00:00:00Z22m

Leslie 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.

2013-04-12T00:00:00Z

5x18 Animal Control

5x18 Animal Control

  • 2013-04-12T00:00:00Z22m

Leslie 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.

2013-04-19T00:00:00Z

5x19 Article Two

5x19 Article Two

  • 2013-04-19T00:00:00Z22m

Leslie 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.

2013-04-19T00:00:00Z

5x20 Jerry's Retirement

5x20 Jerry's Retirement

  • 2013-04-19T00:00:00Z22m

When 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.

2013-04-26T00:00:00Z

5x21 Swing Vote

5x21 Swing Vote

  • 2013-04-26T00:00:00Z22m

Leslie deems Ron's budget-cut proposals unacceptable. Andy and Ben celebrate a big donation made to their charity. Ann tries to solve Tom's girlfriend troubles.

Season Finale

2013-05-03T00:00:00Z

5x22 Are You Better Off?

Season Finale

5x22 Are You Better Off?

  • 2013-05-03T00:00:00Z22m

Leslie celebrates her first year as a city councilwoman. Retired Special Agent Burt Macklin is recalled to action. April gets some life-changing news. Tom debates a big business opportunity.

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