It's always tough for the episode that comes after the big, exciting episode. Sure, two weeks ago we had fights, arson, and general mayhem on Desperate Housewives, but tonight's installment was tasked with cleaning up the aftermath, which isn't quite as sexy. That said, it wasn't half bad - it's a rare episode when none of the B-plots annoy me, so huzzah for that.

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Finally, the big November sweeps event we've been waiting for on Desperate Housewives!  Arson, murder, and one rockin' verse of "Mustang Sally" made tonight's episode one to remember. And you know what? I'm still very interested in this season's mystery, which is definitely saying something compared to the last few years.

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Many thanks to Tamara for covering last week's eventful installment of Desperate Housewives. Tonight's episode kept the action moving right along, with several more jaw-dropping reveals. Plus, you know, Lily Tomlin! With Katherine Joosten! My life is finally complete.

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I can't help but think that Liz will be a little bit miffed she couldn't cover this week's Desperate Housewives. While we didn't get a whole lot more info on Dave, the big reveal this week was huge. HUGE. Continue reading »

Tonight's very strong episode of Desperate Housewives played out as if Marc Cherry decided to smash all the show's relationships apart with a hammer, then spend the rest of the hour putting them back together. With only moderate success.

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Another week, another above average episode of Desperate Housewives. Careful, Marc Cherry, or you'll spoil me! And as we delve further into this season, I get the sense that the set-up is fading, and we'll get to the real action soon.

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  After a weak showing last week, Desperate Housewives was back on track tonight with an episode that did a great job mixing humor and mystery. Plus, we got a healthy dose of Bree's kids. And that's never a bad thing.

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Tonight's episode of Desperate Housewives was relatively uneventful. And to be honest, the eventful parts were a little annoying. Must we plunge so quickly into past bad habits? Lynette gets into an embarrassing predicament while trying to be a good mom, Gabby pushes the boundaries of acceptable social behavior, Susan is Susan...very predictable stuff.

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Welcome back to Wisteria Lane! Though it's been five years since we last saw our favorite housewives, little has changed. They're just as catty, secretive, and drama-riffic as ever. Phew! Desperate Housewives took a huge risk in jumping forward five years, but I think it just might breathe new life into a show facing increasing competition from ABC's newer over-the-top soapy dramas.

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Tonight's two-hour finale of Desperate Housewives was jam-packed with conflicts, resolutions, and the welcome return of our favorite gay neighbors. Oh, and a big fat flash-forward to the future. Continue reading »