Grey’s Anatomy, Season Five

Review of Grey’s Anatomy, Season Five

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Since I don’t have cable anymore, refuse to upgrade a perfectly good television set to meet new broadcasting standards, and don’t find it necessary to purchase a converter just to watch basic television, I often miss out on shows like Grey’s Anatomy. Luckily, many more networks are turning to Internet broadcasts and offering last season’s episodes on DVD—as was the case with Grey’s Anatomy, season five.

When the series first arrived on my doorstep, my husband was reluctant to watch it with me. He remembered the last season I reviewed and thought it was more of a “chick flick” than a medical drama series. And for the most part, I concur.

However, not having regular television or cable has its advantages—for me anyway—as my husband opted to watch the series just to have something “new” to watch.

And guess what ladies…he got caught up in the drama! In fact, he got so caught up in the show that when he went to bed, he asked that I turn off the series and wait for him to get home from work the next day to continue watching it.

I think what caught his attention was the war story with medical doctor, Owen Hunt. Owen first came to the hospital when he stuck a pen in the neck of a stranger, in order to save his life. Then, during the same stay, he saves Christina’s life when a gigantic icicle lands in her abdomen. At first it looks like he just may stay around awhile, but then he announces a return to active duty because soldiers need good doctors, too. Unfortunately, the military discharges him when an ambush annihilates his entire crew so he takes up residency at Seattle Grace Hospital.

Honesty, it was nice to have a strong, leading male role that dealt with real “man” issues and less about sexual hang ups. Owen Hunt was a great addition to the cast and one that we both look forward to seeing more of.



Then there’s Izzy’s battle with cancer. We both agreed that it seemed to take “forever” for her to admit seeing dead people wasn’t normal and then again to both discover the cancer and tell her friends about the discovery. However, the writers did a great job of keeping us on the seat of our pants, wanting to know more, waiting for the next scene with Izzy.

And of course, there is the controversial lesbian romance. I know our world is trying desperately to embrace the gay rights thing but I, personally, am not too keen on watching two people of the same sex share romantic scenes on screen—nor do I want to deal with any of the baggage that goes along with that whole storyline. But then again, as my daughter pointed out, I don't much care to see any of that from the male/female relationships either. I'd much prefer it all stay behind closed doors.

As for Meredith and her beloved Derek, well…that story has sort of played itself out and seems to be taking a back seat to more lively storylines.

Oh the cliffhanger! That’s what got me all teary-eyed and freaked out! I cannot believe that they are killing George off. I had hoped that he would’ve been written back into the show as I really enjoyed his character—flaws and all.



If you’re a die-hard Grey’s Anatomy fan, you are going to love the bonus features on this disc set. There’s a behind-the-scenes look at the 100th episode taping, season five outtakes, unaired scenes, and even an extended episode for your viewing pleasure.

Disclosure: I was given a sample to review. This is "my opinion" of the product. I was not paid to give a positive review.