Rules of Engagement season 5

The fifth season of the American television comedy series Rules of Engagement premiered on September 20, 2010. It consisted of 24 episodes, each running approximately 22 minutes in length. The fifth season of Rules of Engagement is the only season to receive a full-season order. CBS initially broadcast the fifth season on Mondays at 8:30 pm ET in the United States between How I Met Your Mother and Two and a Half Men. In February, the show moved to 8:30 ET on Thursdays, following The Big Bang Theory.

Rules of Engagement
Season 5
No. of episodes24
Release
Original networkCBS
Original releaseSeptember 20, 2010 (2010-09-20) –
May 19, 2011 (2011-05-19)
Season chronology
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List of episodes

Cast

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Episodes

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491"Surro-gate"Ted WassTom HertzSeptember 20, 2010 (2010-09-20)5038.35[1]

Jeff and Audrey's idea of the perfect candidate (Jaime Pressly, as Pam) to serve as their surrogate is ruined by Russell's fling with her. Meanwhile, Adam starts working out.

Featuring Wayne Lopez as Oscar the doorman.
502"The Bank"Ted WassMike SikowitzSeptember 27, 2010 (2010-09-27)5028.15[2]
Audrey is upset after finding out that Jeff has been keeping track of her mistakes for years, strategically using them against her when she gets mad at him. Jeff reveals his technique to Adam, who tries it with Jennifer - to less-than-effective results. Meanwhile, Timmy falls for a coworker (Taryn Southern) - and gets some inappropriate help from Russell in pursuing her..
513"Rug-of-War"Ted WassBarry WernickOctober 4, 2010 (2010-10-04)5018.43[3]

When Jeff and Audrey decide to purchase a new rug, they give their old and "broken in" one to Jennifer and Adam. Jeff and Audrey try to go to an adoption fair and end up with big confusion.

Featuring Jim Meskimen as the adoption fair coordinator.
524"Handy Man"Ted WassMike HaukomOctober 11, 2010 (2010-10-11)5047.99[4]

When his love life doesn't move at the desired pace, Jeff takes matters "into his own hands," which makes Audrey want to spice things up. Russell invites Timmy on a trip to Miami, but doesn't tell Timmy that he's afraid of flying.

Featuring Beth Littleford as Laura, and Susan Yeagley as Tracy, both co-workers of Audrey's.
535"Play Ball"Ted WassVanessa McCarthyOctober 18, 2010 (2010-10-18)5057.86[5]

Audrey is too busy with work and Jeff convinces her to play softball. After a game full of interruptions from work, she quits her job. Timmy gets frustrated when he is "cut off" by his new girlfriend. Adam and Jennifer try to make up a good story about how they met.

Featuring Taryn Southern as Allison.
546"Baked"Ted WassTim DoyleOctober 25, 2010 (2010-10-25)5068.17[6]

Trying to find her calling in life after quitting her job, Audrey decides to start a cookie business. Meanwhile, Jennifer and Adam discover marijuana in an old storage box, and become more "baked" than Audrey's cookies.

Featuring Taryn Southern as Allison.
557"Mannequin Head Ball"Ted WassMichael A. RossNovember 1, 2010 (2010-11-01)5088.69[7]

Jeff and Adam use Audrey's rented retail space for a game of mannequin head ball. Jennifer and Audrey also enjoy their game through a security camera. Meanwhile, Russell and Timmy go on a double-date.

Featuring Taryn Southern as Allison and Mariah Bonner as Margaux.
568"Les-bro"Ted WassGloria Calderon KellettNovember 8, 2010 (2010-11-08)5078.19[8]

Audrey and Jeff become tired of finding a surrogate, but Jeff's lesbian friend & teammate, Brenda (Sara Rue), agrees to help them out. Adam is desperate to have a boys' night out, but ends up stuck in the elevator. Russell's mother, Bunny (Joan Collins), comes to town with expensive gifts, but leaves after cutting off Russell from his trust fund.

Featuring Rebel Wilson and Debra Azar as potential surrogates whom Jeff insults; Casey Sander as Frank the doorman.
579"The Big Picture"Ted WassBecky Mann & Audra SielaffNovember 15, 2010 (2010-11-15)5097.92[9]

Audrey, upset by her appearance in a photograph belonging to Jeff's boss Larry (Holmes Osborne), decides to replace the picture. Meanwhile, Russell is trying to cut his expenditures and temporarily moves in with Timmy.

Featuring Odessa Rae and J.R. Nutt as hippies hanging out at Timmy's place.
5810"Fun Run"Ted WassTom HertzNovember 22, 2010 (2010-11-22)5107.96[10]

Jeff, tired of co-workers asking for donations, informs his employees that he will no longer take part in their charities. He soon regrets this, however, when Audrey needs donations from his coworkers for her 10K charity run. Meanwhile, Russell dates a woman (Bree Turner as Heather) who gives him a very familiar series of excuses.

Featuring Brooklyn McLinn as Dan, Jeff's coworker; Ben Hermes as Gordon, Heather's gay friend.
5911"Refusing to Budget"Ted WassMike SikowitzDecember 6, 2010 (2010-12-06)5118.78[11]

Timmy tries to teach Russell to budget his money now that his mother has cut him off. In order to try to impress an old friend (Elaine Hendrix as Stephanie), Audrey pretends that she's still at her old job and attempts to mentor an aspiring fashion writer (Vanessa Lengies as Julie). Meanwhile, Adam tries to get Jennifer to stop cracking her knuckles.

Featuring Dawn Olivieri as Cheyenne, Russell's date; Teri Reeves as Janine, restaurant hostess; Mitzi Kapture as Gina, magazine publisher.
6012"Little Bummer Boy"Ted WassChristopher ShipleDecember 13, 2010 (2010-12-13)5129.59[12]
Audrey attempts to prove she is the funny one in her relationship with Jeff, at Jeff's office Christmas party. Meanwhile, Russell dresses Timmy as an elf, in yet another way to embarrass him, and Adam's gifts to Jennifer are handed out to his co-workers.
6113"The Home Stretch"Gail MancusoLance WhineryJanuary 3, 2011 (2011-01-03)5139.76[13]
Adam reveals his cheerleading past to Jennifer, which embarrasses her a lot. Russell and Timmy fight for the affections of the new waitress at the Island Diner. Jeff is upset when he discovers that Audrey's new Pilates instructor is a guy.
6214"Uh-Oh It's Magic"Gail MancusoVanessa McCarthyJanuary 17, 2011 (2011-01-17)5149.89[14]
Russell makes Timmy babysit his new girlfriend's son, while he and the woman go to the Criss Angel show. Jeff and Audrey double-date Brenda and her partner, Becky. Audrey lets out the surrogate news, and Becky is very upset because Brenda hasn't told her yet. Adam tries to prove to Jennifer that he can fix things around the house. Guest stars: Sara Rue, Criss Angel.
6315"Singing and Dancing"Gail MancusoTim DoyleFebruary 7, 2011 (2011-02-07)5159.41[15]
Russell expresses his wish to join Timmy's singing group, but later backs off. Audrey and Jeff try their best to avoid their annoying neighbor, Liz. Guest stars: SoCal VoCals, Wendi McLendon-Covey.
6416"Jeff Day"Gail MancusoBarry WernickFebruary 24, 2011 (2011-02-24)5179.45[16]
Jeff's day off is interrupted by the presence of his maid. Meanwhile, Adam tries to find out what's causing his eye twitch. Timmy tries to mess with Russell's date by calling her and speaking in Russell's voice. Audrey starts her new job.
6517"Zygote"Gail MancusoMichael A. RossMarch 3, 2011 (2011-03-03)5188.24[17]
Jeff and Audrey find a zygote when visiting the fertility specialist with their surrogate. Adam impersonates Jeff to receive an order of Omaha Steaks. Meanwhile, Russell and Timmy double date WNBA basketball players. Guest stars: Sara Rue, Kalena Ranoa, Noelle Bellinghausen.
6618"Anniversary Chicken"Gail MancusoMike HaukomMarch 10, 2011 (2011-03-10)5169.40[18]
After Jeff stuns Audrey by remembering their wedding date, the surprise is on Jeff. Meanwhile, Timmy helps Russell on a date with a sexy Italian woman. Guest star: Moran Atias.
6719"The Set Up"Leonard R. Garner Jr.Gloria Calderon KellettMarch 31, 2011 (2011-03-31)5198.25[19]
In an attempt to ditch Liz, their annoying neighbor, Jeff and Audrey set her up with a guy from Jeff's office. Adam begins working out at a new kind of gym. Meanwhile, Timmy forbids Russell from having any form of contact with his sister. Guest stars: Larry Joe Campbell, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Melanie Kannokada.
6820"Beating the System"Victor GonzalezBecky Mann & Audra SielaffApril 7, 2011 (2011-04-07)5208.69[20]
Jeff gets a rude awakening when he assumes that the surrogate pregnancy will give him the best of both worlds. Timmy takes over as planner for Adam and Jennifer's wedding. Guest star: Sara Rue.
6921"The Jeff Photo"Tom HertzTom HertzApril 28, 2011 (2011-04-28)5217.86[21]
Jeff tries to regain his youthful appearance after discovering an old photograph of himself, which encourages Adam to take a current photo of himself. Russell and Liz both feel embarrassment the day after sleeping together. Guest star: Wendi McLendon-Covey.
7022"Double Down"Ted WassMike SikowitzMay 5, 2011 (2011-05-05)5237.72[22]
Jeff and Audrey fear the possibility of having twins. Russell throws a "citizenship party" for Timmy to impress a girl. Guest star: Sara Rue.
7123"The Power Couple"Gail MancusoVanessa McCarthyMay 12, 2011 (2011-05-12)5228.16[23]
Jeff has a hard time accepting Audrey's raise. While feigning disinterest, Russell is curious about Liz's "other man". Guest stars: Wendi McLendon-Covey, Larry Joe Campbell.
7224"The Last of the Red Hat Lovers"Tom HertzStory by : Andy Roth
Teleplay by : Michael A. Ross
May 19, 2011 (2011-05-19)5268.80[24]
Russell goes on a cruise to meet what he thinks are potential "hot young" lovers. As the ship sets sail, he discovers the cruise has been booked by members of the Red Hat Society. Audrey and Jeff have to stay elsewhere while their apartment is being painted. Adam and Jennifer ruin the paint job as well as Jeff and Audrey's couch.

Ratings

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Episode # Title Air Date Rating Share 18-49 Viewers
1 Surro-gate September 20, 2010 5.2 8 3.1/8 8.35 million
2 The Bank September 27, 2010 5.0 7 3.2/8 8.15 million
3 Rug-of-War October 4, 2010 5.1 8 3.0/8 8.43 million
4 Handy Man October 11, 2010 4.9 7 3.0/8 7.99 million
5 Play Ball October 18, 2010 4.8 7 2.9/8 7.86 million
6 Baked October 25, 2010 4.9 7 3.0/8 8.17 million
7 Mannequin Head Ball November 1, 2010 5.2 8 3.4/9 8.69 million
8 Les-bro November 8, 2010 5.0 7 3.0/8 8.19 million
9 The Big Picture November 15, 2010 4.9 7 2.9/7 7.92 million
10 Fun Run November 22, 2010 4.7 7 2.9/8 7.96 million
11 Refusing to Budget December 6, 2010 5.4 8 3.1/8 8.78 million
12 Little Bummer Boy December 13, 2010 5.7 9 3.2/8 9.59 million
13 The Home Stretch January 3, 2011 5.9 9 3.4/9 9.76 million
14 Uh-Oh It's Magic January 17, 2011 6.0 9 3.3/8 9.89 million
15 Singing and Dancing February 7, 2011 5.7 9 3.2/8 9.41 million
16 Jeff Day February 24, 2011 5.7 9 2.8/8 9.45 million
17 Zygote March 3, 2011 5.0 8 2.4/7 8.24 million
18 Anniversary Chicken March 10, 2011 5.7 9 2.8/8 9.40 million
19 The Set Up March 31, 2011 5.1 8 2.4/7 8.25 million
20 Beating The System April 7, 2011 5.3 9 2.6/8 8.69 million
21 The Jeff Photo April 28, 2011 4.8 7 2.3/7 7.86 million
22 Double Down May 5, 2011 4.8 7 2.2/7 7.72 million
23 The Power Couple May 12, 2011 6.1 TBA 2.5/7 8.16 million
24 The Last of the Red Hat Lovers May 19, 2011 5.9 TBA 2.5/7 8.80 million

References

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