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TV series

The L Word

2004TV-MA6 seasons7.7 / 10

L hath no fury...

A group of lesbian friends struggle with romance and careers in Los Angeles.

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Synopsis

A group of lesbian friends struggle with romance and careers in Los Angeles.

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Episode 1

Labia Majora

50m7.0 / 10

Bette and Tina deal with parenting Angelica while attempting to rekindle their relationship and handle an obnoxious social worker. Alice has a traffic accident, Helena gets into the movie business, Carmen and Shane's relationship gets more serious as Carmen takes her to meet the parents, and Jenny, recovering at her parents', has had enough with the Midwest and ponders moving back to L.A. with her new girlfriend Moira.

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Directed by Rose TrocheWritten by Ilene ChaikenGuest stars Margot Kidder, Christine Chatelain, Cynthia Stevenson, Lauren Lee Smith, Irene Olga López, John Reardon

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Episode 2

Lost Weekend

50m6.5 / 10

Kit hires a party promoter to get the business up at The Planet. Jenny and Moira run into hateful rednecks on their way back to California. Carmen's mother tries to make Shane more feminine, Bette and Tina try to find a male role model for Angelica, Helena helps Alice get over her obsession with Dana, while Dana herself deals with health problems.

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Directed by Bille EltringhamGuest stars Laura Mennell, Ellie Harvie, Ann-Marie MacDonald, Cynthia Stevenson, Lauren Lee Smith, Irene Olga López, Alan Cumming, Quinn Lord

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Episode 3

Lobsters

50m6.0 / 10

Shane opens her own styling business, and Bette loses her position as the sole provider for the family, forcing Tina to take up a job under Helena. Now back in L.A., Jenny introduces Moira to her surprised friends. Dana and Lara make plans to visit France while Alice still obsesses over Dana. Meanwhile, Kit is surprised by The Planet's new manager who wants to make some drastic changes to the place.

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Directed by Bronwen HughesWritten by Ilene ChaikenGuest stars Laura Mennell, Keram Malicki-Sánchez, Lauren Lee Smith, Alan Cumming, Judith Maxie

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Episode 4

Light My Fire

50m3.5 / 10

While Tina and Helena attend a documentary screening, Bette leaves for Washington D.C. to speak at a Senate hearing and meets with Senator Barbara Grisham. Attempting to provide for both herself and Moira, Jenny puts her dreams of becoming a writer on hold and starts waitressing at The Planet. Jenny and Moira are also invited to a party hosted by Billie Blaikie where Moira meets like-minded people. Meanwhile, Carmen has to decide whether to give up Shane's opening party in exchange for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to DJ at an exclusive VIP party, and Dana plays at a tennis tournament and declares her love for Lara in front of TV cameras.

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Directed by Lynne StopkewichWritten by Cherien DabisGuest stars Keram Malicki-Sánchez, Billie Jean King, Bif Naked, Russell Simmons, Paul Anthony, Lauren Lee Smith, Dana Delany, Alexandra Hedison

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Episode 5

Lifeline

50m6.5 / 10

As Tina finds herself attracted to men, Bette explores Buddhism and also hears good news on the work front. Both Alice and Kit try out speed-dating; Kit with Angelica's male nanny Angus and Alice with a lesbian vampire. Meanwhile, Dana receives devastating news about her illness, Helena pursues documentarist Dylan Moreland, Moira goes out as Max, and Shane's ex drops by to see her.

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Directed by Kimberly PeirceWritten by Ilene ChaikenGuest stars Keram Malicki-Sánchez, Ann-Marie MacDonald, Rosanna Arquette, Lauren Lee Smith, Alexandra Hedison, Alan Cumming

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Episode 6

Lifesize

50m6.0 / 10

Bette gives Tina her consent -- and a possible ultimatum -- to explore her feelings for men. Jenny meets with a publisher about her manuscript for a book, Billie makes Moira a tempting, but shady offer, Kit gives in to Angus' advances, and Carmen lays down the law to Shane regarding their relationship. Alice offers her support to Lara and celebrations are cut short when the girls finally find out the truth about Dana's condition.

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Directed by Tricia BrockGuest stars Callum Keith Rennie, Lauren Lee Smith, Alexandra Hedison, Alan Cumming

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Episode 7

Lone Star

50m5.8 / 10

Tina takes a business trip to Canada and has a chance to explore her feelings for the opposite sex. Dana's treatment puts a strain on her and Lara's relationship. Meanwhile, Jenny helps Moira in her transformation to Max, Carmen and Shane dedicate parts of their bodies to each other, Alice reverts back in her obsession over Dana, and Kit takes control. In a special appearance the B-52's perform at The Planet.

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Directed by Frank PiersonGuest stars V, Lauren Lee Smith, Alexandra Hedison, Alan Cumming, Erica Cerra

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Episode 8

Latecomer

50m5.5 / 10

Jenny plans a charity event to support Max when they find out he can't pay for the top surgery. Helena takes the girls to a surprise trip to honor Dana in her recovery, and Carmen is still dealing with the aftermath of Shane's ex. Meanwhile, Bette kicks Tina out of the bedroom and tries to find peace in Buddhism. In a recording studio, Kit gets help from unexpected sources -- but is it too much to handle?

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Directed by Angela RobinsonWritten by Ilene ChaikenGuest stars Nona Hendryx, Cynthia Stevenson, Alexandra Hedison

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Episode 9

Lead, Follow, Or Get Out of the Way

50m6.5 / 10

As Bette has hard time adjusting to the ascetic lifestyle at the Buddhist retreat, Tina goes on a date with a divorced man. Dana, friends again with Alice, is looking forward to a new career. Jenny throws a benefit party for Max but is appalled by his increasingly aggressive behavior. Meanwhile, Carmen tells the truth to her family, and Helena is served with a lawsuit.

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Directed by Moisés KaufmanWritten by Ilene ChaikenGuest stars Callum Keith Rennie, Steven Eckholdt, Lauren Lee Smith, Irene Olga López, Alexandra Hedison, John Reardon

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Episode 10

Losing the Light

50m5.3 / 10

While Lara is vacationing in Paris, oblivious, Dana's condition takes a turn for the worse. Alice runs into Dana's ex, Jenny introduces Max to a man from her past, Carmen evens the score with Shane, and Peggy Peabody flies to town to help her daughter. Frustrated, Bette leaves the Buddhist retreat but receives a dose of life wisdom from an unexpected source.

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Directed by Rose TrocheGuest stars Eric Mabius, Callum Keith Rennie, David Lovgren, Steven Eckholdt, Agam Darshi, Evan Adams, Lauren Lee Smith, Holland Taylor

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Episode 11

Last Dance

50m7.2 / 10

After Dana's family treats the girls coldly, Alice is determined to arrange a special event to commemorate their friend. While Helena's lawsuit is resolved with a surprising outcome, Bette is willing to fight for Angelica's custody. Max lands a job, giving Jenny something to write about. Dealing with her grief, Shane is willing to make the ultimate commitment to Carmen. Finally, Lara arrives from Paris and is comforted by Alice.

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Directed by Allison AndersWritten by Ilene ChaikenGuest stars Steven Eckholdt, Jane Lynch, Lauren Lee Smith, Alexandra Hedison

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Episode 12

Left Hand of the Goddess

50m7.5 / 10finale

Wedding plans occupy the girls, and Shane is reunited with her family. Helena pitches in to have Carmen's family flown to Canada, Jenny and Max drift apart, and Kit has stunning news. Peggy Peabody reconnects with her daughter -- but does it last? Finally, Tina has second thoughts about Angelica's custody arrangements, leading Bette to take desperate measures to be with her daughter.

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Directed by Ilene ChaikenWritten by Ilene ChaikenGuest stars Élodie Bouchez, Isabella Hofmann, Steven Eckholdt, Jane Lynch, Lauren Lee Smith, Irene Olga López, Holland Taylor, Eric Roberts

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Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026

More about The L Word

Cast

Jennifer BealsBette Porter
Kate MoennigShane McCutcheon
Mia KirshnerJenny Schecter
Erin DanielsDana Fairbanks
Leisha HaileyAlice Pieszecki
Laurel HollomanTina Kennard
Daniel SeaMoira/Max Sweeney
Eric MabiusTim Haspel

Credits

Created by
Ilene Chaiken
Written by
Ilene Chaiken, Angela Robinson, Guinevere Turner, Cherien Dabis, Elizabeth Ziff, Alexandra Kondracke

Production details

Status
Canceled
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
71
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • ShowtimeUnited States
  • Coast Mountain Films Studios

Themes

female friendshiplesbianlesbian relationshiplgbtlos angeles, california