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Season 1

Series #	Season #	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original air date	Production code
1	1	"Premiere"	Russell Mulcahy	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	December 3, 2000 (2000-12-03) (United States)1 January 22, 2001 (2001-01-22) (Canada)2	101
After a night out at the club Babylon with Michael, Emmett and Ted; Brian picks up a cute guy named Justin for a night of fun, but afterwards coldly rebuffs Justin's attempts to see him again. Michael also gets lucky taking home a hunk only to be happily interrupted for a trip to the hospital after Brian learns that Lindsay and Melanie have had a baby boy, Gus. In the meantime, Michael stays in the closet at work, which causes some problems with an interested co-worker while at the same time he struggles with feelings of jealousy over Brian's relationship with Justin.
2	2	"Queer, There and Everywhere"	Russell Mulcahy	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	December 3, 2000 (2000-12-03) (United States)1 January 22, 2001 (2001-01-22) (Canada)2	102
After a night out at the club Babylon with Michael, Emmett and Ted; Brian picks up a cute guy named Justin for a night of fun, but afterwards coldly rebuffs Justin's attempts to see him again. Michael also gets lucky taking home a hunk only to be happily interrupted for a trip to the hospital after Brian learns that Lindsay and Melanie have had a baby boy, Gus. In the meantime, Michael stays in the closet at work, which causes some problems with an interested co-worker while at the same time he struggles with feelings of jealousy over Brian's relationship with Justin.
3	3	"No Bris, No Shirt, No Service"	Russell Mulcahy	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	December 10, 2000 (2000-12-10) (United States) January 22, 2001 (2001-01-22) (Canada)2	103
Lindsay and Melanie have a bris for their new baby Gus, which Brian decides to miss until Michael convinces him otherwise. Brian decides to crash the party and put his parental foot down. Justin seeking to regain the attention of Brian decides to make himself noticed at Babylon. Meanwhile, Brian's involvement as the father of Gus causes some relationship strain between Lindsay and Melanie. Michael attempting to continue his straight act, runs into a co-worker in front of the gay bars. Also, Ted finally gets lucky with a guy who he's been denying the advances of all night, but ends up with devastating results.
4	4	"Ted's Not Dead"	Kevin Inch	Richard Kramer	December 17, 2000 (2000-12-17) (United States) January 29, 2001 (2001-01-29) (Canada)	104
While Ted lies in a drug-induced coma, Brian learns he's named the executor of his friend's living will. Also, Justin's mother suspects the truth about her son's sexuality and Michael and Emmett try to remove incriminating evidence from Ted's apartment but discover Ted's longtime crush on Michael.
5	5	"Now Approaching... The Line"	Kari Skogland	Jason Schafer	January 7, 2001 (2001-01-07) (United States) February 2, 2001 (2001-02-02) (Canada)	105
Michael fends off the romantic interest of a female coworker who doesn't know he's gay and instead dates a handsome chiropractor, while Brian is propositioned by a potentially lucrative client of his firm. Meanwhile, Justin struggles to repair his fractured relationship with his mother Jennifer.
6	6	"The Art of Desperation"	Kari Skogland	Jonathan Tolins	January 21, 2001 (2001-01-21) (United States) February 12, 2001 (2001-02-12) (Canada)	106
Michael's new chiropractor boyfriend gets into a tug of war with Brian over Michael, as Ted recovers from his O.D. by dating Roger, a stable but overweight chorus director. Also, Justin meets Lindsay, who is impressed with his artwork.
7	7	"Smells Like Codependence"	David Wellington	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	January 28, 2001 (2001-01-28) (United States) February 19, 2001 (2001-02-19) (Canada)	107
Debbie meets Dr. David; Michael and Dr. David spend a weekend in the country; Justin's father learns the truth and decides to send Justin away to school; Brian's emotional hold on Michael and dislike for Dr. David intensifies.
8	8	"Babylon Boomerang"	Steve DiMarco	Richard Kramer	February 4, 2001 (2001-02-04) (United States) February 26, 2001 (2001-02-26) (Canada)	108
Justin's father attacks Brian outside Babylon; Michael gets a promotion at work; Justin moves in with Brian.
9	9	"Daddy Dearest (Sonny Boy)"	John Greyson	Jason Schafer & Jonathan Tolins	February 11, 2001 (2001-02-11) (United States) March 5, 2001 (2001-03-05) (Canada)	109
Michael decides to break up with Dr. David, who surprises Michael by asking him to move in with him; Lindsay and Melanie ask Brian to relinquish his parental rights to Gus; Emmett becomes addicted to cyber-sex.
10	10	"Queens of the Road"	John L'Ecuyer	Doug Guinan	February 18, 2001 (2001-02-18) (United States) March 12, 2001 (2001-03-12) (Canada)	110
Dr. David pressures Michael to move in with him; Brian's loft is burglarized; Justin runs away to New York City; Lindsay and Melanie begin to drift apart.
11	11	"Surprise!"	Michael DeCarlo	Jason Schafer & Jonathan Tolins	February 25, 2001 (2001-02-25) (United States) March 19, 2001 (2001-03-19) (Canada)	111
Michael ends the relationship with Dr. David; Ted and Emmett get tested for AIDS; Brian throws Michael a surprise 30th birthday party and outs Michael to his co-worker; Emmett makes a pact with God.
12	12	"Move It or Lose It"	John Greyson	Richard Kramer, Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	March 4, 2001 (2001-03-04) (United States) March 26, 2001 (2001-03-26) (Canada)	112
Michael and Dr. David enjoy their new-found domestic bliss; Emmett joins a "conversion therapy" group; Lindsay and Melanie continue to fight about Brian, finances and their future; Ted becomes very sexually active.
13	13	"Very Stupid People"	Ron Oliver	Drew Z. Greenberg	March 11, 2001 (2001-03-11) (United States) April 2, 2001 (2001-04-02) (Canada)	113
Brian sleeps with a co-worker who then files a complaint against him; Emmett continues to try to go straight; Melanie finds solace from Lindsay in the arms of another woman.
14	14	"A Change of Heart"	Michael DeCarlo	Doug Guinan	March 18, 2001 (2001-03-18) (United States) April 9, 2001 (2001-04-09) (Canada)	114
Brian is named in the sexual harassment suit and turns to Melanie for legal advice; Emmett starts dating a woman in his continuing attempt to go straight; Michael lies to David about seeing Brian.
15	15	"The Ties That Bind"	Alex Chapple	Garth Wingfield	April 1, 2001 (2001-04-01) (United States) April 16, 2001 (2001-04-16) (Canada)	115
Lindsay leaves Gus in Brian's care on the weekend of the Leather Ball. Michael is nervous about meeting David's son. Ted takes a walk on the wild side. Brian comes out to his father after he learns that Jack has cancer.
16	16	"French Fried"	Jeremy Podeswa	Jason Schafer	April 8, 2001 (2001-04-08) (United States) April 23, 2001 (2001-04-23) (Canada)	116
Michael and Dr. David disagree about finances; a strange Frenchman moves in with Lindsay and Gus causing a stir; Justin is suspended from school.
17	17	"Solution (How TLFKAM Got Her Name Back)"	Michael DeCarlo	Jonathan Tolins	April 15, 2001 (2001-04-15) (United States) April 30, 2001 (2001-04-30) (Canada)	117
Dr. David and Michael host a high-society fundraiser-Michael excludes the gang; Lindsay and Guillaume prepare for the big day; Justin continues to be harassed at school.
18	18	"Surprise Kill"	Russell Mulcahy	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Jason Schafer & Jonathan Tolins	April 22, 2001 (2001-04-22) (United States) May 7, 2001 (2001-05-07) (Canada)	118
Brian discovers David at the baths; Justin finds out his parents are getting a divorce; Ted reconnects with Blake; a hunk from Babylon hits on Michael.
19	19	"Good Grief!"	David Wellington	Garth Wingfield	April 29, 2001 (2001-04-29) (United States) May 14, 2001 (2001-05-14) (Canada)	119
In the throes of a hot session Brian gets upsetting news; Daphne asks Justin to be her first time; Ted wants Blake, despite his crystal meth addiction.
20	20	"The King of Babylon"	Russell Mulcahy	Jason Schafer & Jonathan Tolins	June 10, 2001 (2001-06-10) (United States) May 21, 2001 (2001-05-21) (Canada)	120
Who will be crowned King of Babylon? An innocent trip to the mall lands Vic in jail; Brian is beaten at his own game.
21	21	"Running to Stand Still"	Michael DeCarlo	Garth Wingfield	June 17, 2001 (2001-06-17) (United States) May 28, 2001 (2001-05-28) (Canada)	121
Brian is chosen 'Ad person of the Year' and encouraged to take his talent to the Big Apple; Vic appears in court to plead his case; Blake gets a job; David's ex-wife's divorce takes him to Portland.
22	22	"Full Circle"	Alex Chapple	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	June 24, 2001 (2001-06-24) (United States) June 25, 2001 (2001-06-25) (Canada)	122
Brian turns 30; Michael and David prepare for their move to Portland; Ted faces the truth about Blake; Justin and Daphne attend their prom where a big surprise awaits; On his way to the airport, Michael receives a call from Brian.

Season 2

Series #	Season #	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original air date	Production code
23	1	"Home is Where the Ass Is"	Alex Chapple	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	January 6, 2002 (2002-01-06) (United States) January 21, 2002 (2002-01-21) (Canada)	201
Suffering post-trauma after the bashing, Justin can't remember the fateful night and Brian can't forget it. Lindsay pops a question to Melanie at her sister's wedding. Michael returns to Pittsburgh just as Chris Hobbs is sentenced.
24	2	"All Better Now"	John Greyson	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	January 13, 2002 (2002-01-13) (United States) January 28, 2002 (2002-01-28) (Canada)	202
Justin is unable to process Chris Hobbs' attack, or to accept physical contact, despite Brian's best efforts. Ted is fired for surfing porn at work. Michael and Emmett take jobs as naked waiters. This time, it's Melanie who proposes to Lindsay.
25	3	"Hypocrisy: Don't Do It"	Michael DeCarlo	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Karen Walton	January 20, 2002 (2002-01-20) (United States) February 4, 2002 (2002-02-04) (Canada)	203
Will Brian accept a Hero Award for saving Justin? Ted's favorite author, Howard Bellweather, is in town to protest Brian's award while collecting his own. Emmett's working for fabulous men who seem like the politically correct characters of the new gay TV drama, "Gay as Blazes"! Michael wants to reconnect with Brian at the comic convention.
26	4	"Pride"	Kevin Inch	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Michael MacLennan	January 27, 2002 (2002-01-27) (United States) February 11, 2002 (2002-02-11) (Canada)	204
Brian, Michael, Justin, Emmett, Ted, Lindsay, Melanie and Debbie all overcome various obstacles to show their PRIDE in Pittsburgh's annual parade.
27	5	"...Wherever That Dream May Lead You"	David Wellington	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Efrem Seeger	February 3, 2002 (2002-02-03) (United States) February 18, 2002 (2002-02-18) (Canada)	205
Having lost hand control from his bashing, Justin quits art school (he's lost the fine motor skills needed to hold a brush.) Michael decides to quit the Big Q and risks all to buy a comic book store. Ted ditches his new accounting job to start his own porno website.
28	6	"Mixed Blessings"	Bruce McDonald	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Matt Pyken & Michael Berns	February 10, 2002 (2002-02-10) (United States) February 25, 2002 (2002-02-25) (Canada)	206
Justin and Brian negotiate their relationship - it's not like your parents! Ted's new business flourishes thanks to Emmett. Could one of Michael's first customers turn out to be the love of his life? Lindsay can't stand Ted's dirty little business. Melanie shares a dirty little secret of her own!
29	7	"The Leper (Hath the Babe Not Eyes?)"	Michael DeCarlo	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Blair Fell	February 17, 2002 (2002-02-17) (United States) March 4, 2002 (2002-03-04) (Canada)	207
Michael decides to continue dating HIV positive Ben, despite the objections of Brian, Ted, Emmett, and his mother, Debbie. Lindsay and Melanie struggle to get money for their wedding from Lindsay's parents. Success on Ted's porno website is swelling Emmett's… ego.
30	8	"Love for Sale"	Alex Chapple	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Michael MacLennan	March 3, 2002 (2002-03-03) (United States) March 11, 2002 (2002-03-11) (Canada)	208
Michael tries to forget Ben by re-entering the dating scene. Justin has an encounter with a boy closer to his age than Brian. Emmett is surprised when he meets his secret admirer - very surprised.
31	9	"Accentuate the Positive"	Bruce McDonald	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Efrem Seeger	March 10, 2002 (2002-03-10) (United States) March 18, 2002 (2002-03-18) (Canada)	209
Michael fights to get Ben back in his life - he has to prove he can handle the HIV positive situation. Brian is introduced to his mother's minister - but they've already met (not in church). Ted has a really hard time dealing with some performance enhancing drugs.
32	10	"Priorities, Please! (Beat the Time)"	Michael DeCarlo	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Matt Pyken & Michael Berns	March 17, 2002 (2002-03-17) (United States) March 25, 2002 (2002-03-25) (Canada)	210
Michael mourns the death of his comic book hero, Captain Astro, while Debbie finds a real life murder victim behind the diner. Emmett helps George to enjoy himself. Melanie & Lindsay are inspired by the contents of Lindsay's Granny Faye's secret letters.
33	11	"The Wedding"	Kevin Inch	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Karen Walton	March 31, 2002 (2002-03-31) (United States) April 1, 2002 (2002-04-01) (Canada)	211
It's time for Lindsay and Melanie's wedding! It promises to be a day of beauty and love, provided they can overcome the many obstacles fate throws in their path. Brian, Emmett, Ted, George, Vic, Debbie, Michael, and Justin all pitch in to make sure they succeed.
34	12	"One Degree of Brian Kinney"	Thom Best	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Michael MacLennan	April 7, 2002 (2002-04-07) (United States) April 8, 2002 (2002-04-08) (Canada)	212
Michael has trouble dealing with the news that his new boyfriend Ben once slept with his best friend Brian. Debbie needs to do something about the dead boy found behind her diner. She impresses Detective Horvath with her sleuthing. Ted gets a shot at being accepted by the elite A-Gays of Pittsburgh.
35	13	"It's Because I'm Gay, Right?"	John Greyson	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Efrem Seeger	April 14, 2002 (2002-04-14) (United States) April 15, 2002 (2002-04-15) (Canada)	213
Divina Devore, Pittsburgh's very own drag queen is back in town! She dated Debbie 30 years ago, and (s)he looks a lot like Michael. Justin becomes a go-go dancer at Babylon to earn money for school. Melanie and Lindsay struggle to get Gus accepted for preschool.
36	14	"The Dangers of Sex and Drugs"	John Fawcett	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Matt Pyken & Michael Berns	April 28, 2002 (2002-04-28) (United States) April 29, 2002 (2002-04-29) (Canada)	214
Justin's making too much money as a go-go dancer to care about his suffering schoolwork. George offers to take Emmett on a world tour! Detective Carl Horvath returns to the diner, to ask Debbie out on a date.
37	15	"Rage Against This Machine"	Jeremy Podeswa	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Karen Walton	May 5, 2002 (2002-05-05) (United States) May 6, 2002 (2002-05-06) (Canada)	215
Michael and Justin join forces to create their own comic book. Emmett is barred from speaking at George's funeral. Melanie and Lindsay enlist Leda to help renovate their attic.
38	16	"You Say it's Your Birthday! I Couldn't Care Less!"	Bruce McDonald	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Michael MacLennan	May 12, 2002 (2002-05-12) (United States) May 13, 2002 (2002-05-13) (Canada)	216
Brian ignores Justin's birthday, so Melanie and Lindsay take him to a violin concert - where he meets the gorgeous and talented Ethan. Michael's surprise party for Ben is a disaster. Ted falls for Luke - he seems perfect, but can he accept Ted's career in porn?
39	17	"You Can Leda Girl to Pussy"	David Wellington	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Efrem Seeger	May 26, 2002 (2002-05-26) (United States) May 27, 2002 (2002-05-27) (Canada)	217
Brian has to cancel plans with Justin to impress his new boss at work. Emmett receives a VERY generous gift from the late George. Melanie and Lindsay fight off the dreaded Lesbian Bed Death.
40	18	"Sick, Sick, Sick"	Alex Chapple	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Matt Pyken & Michael Berns	June 2, 2002 (2002-06-02) (United States) June 3, 2002 (2002-06-03) (Canada)	218
Michael's worst fears come true when Ben is hospitalized. Justin wishes Brian was more romantic - like Ethan. Emmett considers a million-dollar offer to keep his relationship with George a secret.
41	19	"Bowling for Equality"	Michael DeCarlo	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Efrem Seeger, Michael MacLennan, Matt Pyken & Michael Berns	June 9, 2002 (2002-06-09) (United States) June 10, 2002 (2002-06-10) (Canada)	219
Michael is tempted to expose Justin's affair with Ethan to Brian. Ted's become immune to porn. Melanie and Lindsay ask Leda to leave. Bowling Showdown: Cops vs. Queers!
42	20	"Out With a Whimper"	David Wellington	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	June 16, 2002 (2002-06-16) (United States) June 17, 2002 (2002-06-17) (Canada)	220
Justin is forced to choose between Brian and Ethan. Ben's going away for six months, but only with Michael's blessing. Ted's in love - with Emmett!

Season 3

Series #	Season #	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original air date	Production code
43	1	"Mad Dog Kinney"	Jeremy Podeswa	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	March 2, 2003 (2003-03-02) (United States) April 7, 2003 (2003-04-07) (Canada)	301
At the RAGE comic book release party, Justin chose Ethan over Brian but Brian didn't seem to care. A week later, Michael bears the brunt of just how much he does care. Ted and Emmett explore the possibilities of a relationship, and the fate of Michael and Justin's comic book is up in the air.
44	2	"House Full of Children"	Bruce McDonald	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Michael MacLennan	March 9, 2003 (2003-03-09) (United States) April 14, 2003 (2003-04-14) (Canada)	302
Having left Brian, Justin must find a way to pay for school; much to Lindsay's surprise, Melanie expresses her desire to have another baby; Emmett discovers a loophole in his relationship with Ted in order to honor a previously arranged liaison.
45	3	"Doctors of Dickology"	Laurie Lynd	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Efrem Seeger	March 16, 2003 (2003-03-16) (United States) April 21, 2003 (2003-04-21) (Canada)	303
Brian lends his personal expertise to the Center fundraiser and organizes 'Carnivale'. Lindsay and Melanie ask him to lend his sperm for their second child. Deb's nervous about being intimate with Carl, so Ted and Emmett divulge priceless gay-man secrets. Ben deals with the death of his former partner.
46	4	"Brat-Sitting"	Kari Skogland	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Del Shores	March 30, 2003 (2003-03-30) (United States) April 28, 2003 (2003-04-28) (Canada)	304
Lindsay and Melanie ask Michael to father their second child. Brian's accused of molesting his nephew. Ted loves having Emmett in his heart - his condo's another story.
47	5	"There's Nothing Noble about Being Poor"	Kelly Makin	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Shawn Postoff	April 6, 2003 (2003-04-06) (United States) May 5, 2003 (2003-05-05) (Canada)	305
Brian wins Police Chief Stockwell's mayoral race account much to his friends' dismay. Ethan is offered representation after the Heifetz competition. Melanie and Lindsay try for a second child thanks to Michael's donation.
48	6	"One Ring to Rule Them All"	Bruce McDonald	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, & Brad Fraser	April 13, 2003 (2003-04-13) (United States) May 12, 2003 (2003-05-12) (Canada)	306
With Brian's help Stockwell takes the lead in the polls. Ted readies Jerk-at-work.net for any surprise police raids. Michael confronts Ben about his steroid use. Ethan gives Justin a surprise performance.
49	7	"Stop Hurting Us"	Kevin Inch	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Michael MacLennan	April 20, 2003 (2003-04-20) (United States) May 19, 2003 (2003-05-19) (Canada)	307
Ted is out on bail and begs Brian to talk to Stockwell on his behalf. Justin confronts Ethan. Melanie is pregnant, much to everyone's delight. Ben promises to stop using steroids.
50	8	"Hunt(er) For Love"	Bruce McDonald	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Efrem Seeger	April 27, 2003 (2003-04-27) (United States) May 26, 2003 (2003-05-26) (Canada)	308
Michael and Ben help out a young hustler. Justin begins an internship at Vanguard and a quest to win Brian back. Lindsay is blossoming in her new job at the gallery. Ted reacts to a sudden role-reversal with Emmett.
51	9	"Big Fucking Mouth"	Kelly Makin	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Del Shores	May 11, 2003 (2003-05-11) (United States) June 2, 2003 (2003-06-02) (Canada)	309
Woody's is closed down after an Amateur Strip Contest. Stockwell discovers Brian's gay. Ted's humiliated when he tends bar at one of Emmett's soirées. Melanie promises Lindsay she'll work less during her pregnancy, just before landing the case of a lifetime.
52	10	"Uncle Ben"	Kevin Inch	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Shawn Postoff	May 18, 2003 (2003-05-18) (United States) June 9, 2003 (2003-06-09) (Canada)	310
Brian and Justin clash over Stockwell: he's good for Brian's business, but bad for the community. Ted takes a dangerous detour on his way to a weekend getaway. Melanie finds Michael's "doting dad" routine annoying. Hunter, the street hustler, calls in a favor from Ben.
53	11	"Poster May Lead to the Truth"	Chris Grismer	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Brad Fraser	May 25, 2003 (2003-05-25) (United States) June 16, 2003 (2003-06-16) (Canada)	311
Brian is fired when he's caught undermining Stockwell's campaign. Ben and Michael tell Hunter he's positive. Ted's tempted to go to his first White Party with his new "friends".
54	12	"Drugs, Sex and Lies"	David Wellington	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Michael MacLennan	June 8, 2003 (2003-06-08) (United States) June 23, 2003 (2003-06-23) (Canada)	312
Hunter reveals he was with Dumpster Boy before he was killed. Brian investigates based on Hunter's tip. Emmett is furious when Melanie and Lindsay insist Ted's an addict. Ted asks Emmett to share his experience.
55	13	"Tweaked-Out, Fucked-Out Crystal Queen"	Alex Chapple	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Efrem Seeger	June 15, 2003 (2003-06-15) (United States) June 30, 2003 (2003-06-30) (Canada)	313
Hunter collects evidence tying Dumpster Boy's murderer to Stockwell. Justin risks expulsion when he refuses to apologize for his anti-Stockwell posters. Emmett confronts Ted about his drug use.
56	14	"The Election"	Kelly Makin	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	June 22, 2003 (2003-06-22) (United States) July 7, 2003 (2003-07-07) (Canada)	314
Brian risks everything to bring down Stockwell on the eve of the election. Ted finally has hit rock bottom. Hunter's mother arrives to take him away from Ben and Michael. Lindsay learns of Melanie's superstitions about getting through her first trimester.

Season 4

Series #	Season #	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original air date	Production code
57	1	"Just a Little Help"	Kelly Makin	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	April 18, 2004 (2004-04-18) (United States) April 19, 2004 (2004-04-19) (Canada)	401
Brian is deep in debt and faces giving up the lifestyle to which he's grown accustomed. Michael and Hunter return to Pittsburgh to face the custody hearing. Emmett visits Ted in rehab.
58	2	"Stand Up for Ourselves"	Jeremy Podeswa	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Michael MacLennan	April 25, 2004 (2004-04-25) (United States) April 26, 2004 (2004-04-26) (Canada)	402
Brian decides to start his own ad agency. Ted struggles to re-enter life after rehab. Emmett and Michael discover their inner Faerie. Justin encourages a friend to fight back against his bashers.
59	3	"Starting a Whole New Life"	Chris Grismer	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Brad Fraser	May 2, 2004 (2004-05-02) (United States) May 3, 2004 (2004-05-03) (Canada)	403
Brian warns Justin about his involvement with Cody and the Pink Posse. Ted continues to push his friends away as he begins a new job. Vic and Rodney decide to move in together.
60	4	"Escalating Violence"	Kevin Inch	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Del Shores	May 9, 2004 (2004-05-09) (United States) May 10, 2004 (2004-05-10) (Canada)	404
Brian turns to Ted for help with his new agency. Justin and Cody take the Pink Posse to a violent level. Melanie struggles to separate personal feelings from her professional responsibility as a lawyer when a case is taken away from her. The social worker's visit to Michael and Ben's doesn't quite go as planned.
61	5	"How Far You Can Go"	Kelly Makin	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Shawn Postoff	May 16, 2004 (2004-05-16) (United States) May 17, 2004 (2004-05-17) (Canada)	405
Ted accepts Brian's offer of a job at Kinnetik. Cody takes Justin to the firing range. Melanie lends her support to the custody case after Ted helps her see what's important. Each now living alone, Emmett and Debbie find comfort in each other's company.
62	6	"Death in the Family"	Bruce McDonald	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Michael MacLennan	May 23, 2004 (2004-05-23) (United States) May 24, 2004 (2004-05-24) (Canada)	406
Michael and Justin receive an offer to turn 'Rage' into a live-action feature film. Ted delivers his letter of amends to Emmett. Debbie and Vic get into a heated argument that will change their lives. Brian receives shocking news.
63	7	"Preponderance of Death"	Alex Chapple	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Brad Fraser	May 30, 2004 (2004-05-30) (United States) May 31, 2004 (2004-05-31) (Canada)	407
Brian is diagnosed with testicular cancer. Ted falls back into old habits. Debbie tries to make up for the awful things she said to Vic before his death.
64	8	"Two Kinds of Lies"	Bruce McDonald	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Del Shores	June 6, 2004 (2004-06-06) (United States) June 7, 2004 (2004-06-07) (Canada)	408
Justin discovers Brian didn't go to Ibiza. Michael and Justin meet with a Hollywood producer about 'Rage.' Debbie has a heart-to-heart with Horvath.
65	9	"Have Some Balls"	Kevin Inch	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Shawn Postoff	June 13, 2004 (2004-06-13) (United States) June 14, 2004 (2004-06-14) (Canada)	409
Justin discovers why Brian has thrown him out. Can Michael and Ben's relationship survive Michael's Hollywood windfall and Ben's manuscript rejection? A pro football player makes a play for Emmett.
66	10	"The Snake in Paradise"	John Fawcett	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Michael MacLennan	June 20, 2004 (2004-06-20) (United States) June 21, 2004 (2004-06-21) (Canada)	410
Brian deals with the effects of his surgery. A former student of Ben's causes a rift between Ben and Michael until Ben discovers why he was being showered with attention. Emmett secretly helps Ted find an athlete to model Brown Athletics' new underwear line. Lindsay struggles with her attraction to Sam.
67	11	"Gay or Straight? That's the Question"	Thom Best	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Del Shores	June 27, 2004 (2004-06-27) (United States) June 28, 2004 (2004-06-28) (Canada)	411
Brian goes head-to-head with the fund-raiser hired by the Center. Hunter leads Ben and Michael to believe he might be hustling again. Debbie tries to woo Carl back. Sam isn't ready to give up on Lindsay. Emmett and Drew continue their affair.
68	12	"Irritation and Separation"	Kelly Makin	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Brad Fraser	July 4, 2004 (2004-07-04) (United States) July 5, 2004 (2004-07-05) (Canada)	412
Brian decides to participate in the Liberty Ride. Drew asks Emmett back. Hunter reveals to Callie that he's HIV positive. Melanie and Lindsay discuss the future.
69	13	"Proposal of Two Kinds"	Michael DeCarlo	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Shawn Postoff	July 11, 2004 (2004-07-11) (United States) July 12, 2004 (2004-07-12) (Canada)	413
When Emmett discovers Ted has decided not to participate in the Liberty Ride because he has no support system, Emmett signs up. Justin is invited to Hollywood to help pitch Rage to the studios. Lindsay goes to Brian for advice about Mel. The Liberty Ride leaves for Toronto.
70	14	"Liberty Ride"	Kelly Makin	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	July 18, 2004 (2004-07-18) (United States) July 19, 2004 (2004-07-19) (Canada)	414
Michael and Ben have trouble crossing into the United States as a married couple. Ted and Emmett get lost in the woods on the way to a 12-step meeting, while Brian takes a nasty fall and breaks his collarbone. Melanie goes into labor. 'Rage' is given the green light.

Season 5

Series #	Season #	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original air date	Production code
71	1	"Move and Leave"	Kelly Makin	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	May 22, 2005 (2005-05-22) (United States)1 May 23, 2005 (2005-05-23) (Canada)	501
Michael throws a surprise 10th anniversary party for Melanie and Lindsay but the evening doesn't quite turn out as planned. Justin's stay in Hollywood is extended, in turn affecting his relationship with Brian. At Ted's suggestion, Brian invests his Kinnetik profits in a new venture.
72	2	"Back in Business"	Michael DeCarlo	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Del Shores	May 22, 2005 (2005-05-22) (United States)1 May 30, 2005 (2005-05-30) (Canada)	502
Brian re-opens Babylon but the party boys have disappeared. Justin returns to Pittsburgh after the studio pulls the plug on "Rage." Michael decides to pursue custody of his daughter, Jenny Rebecca. Behind closed doors, Ted pursues a new look after a recent fling turns out to be a chubby chaser. Emmett lands a role in front of the camera as Pittsburgh's resident "Queer Guy" on the local news.
73	3	"Fags are No Different than People"	Michael DeCarlo	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Brad Fraser	May 29, 2005 (2005-05-29) (United States) June 6, 2005 (2005-06-06) (Canada)	503
Brian and Michael grow further apart as Brian struggles to save Liberty Avenue from gentrification and Michael embraces domestic life. The street may never be the same when Debbie decides to retire from the diner and newcomer Loretta Pye takes over.
74	4	"Hard Decisions"	Kelly Makin	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Michael MacLennan	June 5, 2005 (2005-06-05) (United States) June 13, 2005 (2005-06-13) (Canada)	504
Brian remains steadfast in his belief that marriage is the death of a relationship. Debbie has a difficult time accepting her role as a lady of leisure-especially when she discovers that Loretta has stolen her act including the button-clad vest right down to the wisecracks. Ted decides to undergo an extreme makeover.
75	5	"Excluding and Abstemiousness"	Chris Grismer	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Shawn Postoff	June 12, 2005 (2005-06-12) (United States) June 20, 2005 (2005-06-20) (Canada)	505
Debbie tries to let Loretta down easy. Brian must refrain from sex after he contracts syphilis. Hunter has to deal with the aftermath of his classmates and their parents discovering how he got HIV. Ted regrets having plastic surgery. Justin and Daphne discuss the possibility (or impossibility) of Brian embracing domestic life. Michael, Melanie, and Lindsey are forced to reevaluate their parenting arrangement when the fight over JR reaches its climax.
76	6	"Bored Out of Ya Fucking Mind"	Alex Chapple	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Del Shores	June 19, 2005 (2005-06-19) (United States) June 27, 2005 (2005-06-27) (Canada)	506
Brian's reign as hottest man at Babylon is challenged by the new stud, Brandon. Although a huge success as the "Queer Guy," Emmett faces a challenge of his own when he realizes he's been hired as a clown for the network's ratings. Ted, a new man after his cosmetic surgery, has an opportunity for revenge on an old flame. Ben and Michael attempt to help Hunter lift his spirits and get back to school. Bored as a lady of leisure, Debbie finds herself back at the diner.
77	7	"Hope Against Hope"	Thom Best	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Shawn Postoff	June 26, 2005 (2005-06-26) (United States) July 4, 2005 (2005-07-04) (Canada)	507
Proposition 14 threatens same sex couple's rights while Brian deals with the threat of Brandon's presence in his world. Justin's decision to move out of Brian's loft creates a rift between Brian and Michael. Ted struggles to remember he's with Troy only in order to exact revenge. Lindsay decides to give her parents a chance and moves back home with her son, Gus.
78	8	"Honest to Yourself"	Kevin Inch	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Shawn Postoff	July 3, 2005 (2005-07-03) (United States) July 11, 2005 (2005-07-11) (Canada)	508
Justin lands himself in jail for standing up against Proposition 14 and his own father. Brian and Brandon work their way down the list of the ten hottest guys in their competition to determine the real stud of Babylon. Ben grieves Hunter's departure. Melanie and Lindsay attempt an in-house separation while Emmett's stalker reveals himself.
79	9	"Anything in Common"	David Wellington	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Brad Fraser	July 10, 2005 (2005-07-10) (United States) July 18, 2005 (2005-07-18) (Canada)	509
The gang fights against Proposition 14. Michael and Brian still aren't speaking to each other while Lindsay and Melanie's in-house separation heats up. Drew finally comes out. Ted begins his quest for his Mr. Right.
80	10	"I Love You"	Kelly Makin	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Del Shores	July 17, 2005 (2005-07-17) (United States) July 25, 2005 (2005-07-25) (Canada)	510
Cyndi Lauper makes a guest appearance as Babylon plays host to the Stop Prop14 Benefit - an event that changes everyone's lives.
81	11	"Fuckin' Revenge"	David Wellington	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Brad Fraser	July 24, 2005 (2005-07-24) (United States) August 1, 2005 (2005-08-01) (Canada)	511
Brian reevaluates his priorities after the bombing of Babylon. Michael continues to recover in the hospital, and a Liberty Avenue vigil for the victims ends in chaos.
82	12	"Mr. Right (Never Broke a Promise)"	John Fawcett	Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman & Michael MacLennan	July 31, 2005 (2005-07-31) (United States) August 8, 2005 (2005-08-08) (Canada)	512
Brian and Justin are getting married! Melanie and Lindsay plan on moving the family to Canada-to raise Gus and Jenny Rebecca in a country where they won't be humiliated because of their parents' sexual orientation. Ted may have finally found his Mr. Right. Emmett catches Drew with another man.
83	13	"We Will Survive!"	Kelly Makin	Ron Cowen & Daniel Lipman	August 7, 2005 (2005-08-07) (United States) August 15, 2005 (2005-08-15) (Canada)	513
Brian and Justin prepare to marry, but realize they are both denying themselves who they are and call the wedding off. Lindsay and Melanie move to Canada with Michael's blessing. Michael's asked to represent the Committee for Human Rights. Ted sees his relationship with Tad for what it really is. The beat of Babylon continues...