Tia Mowry
Melanie Barnett
Series SeasonSeason 5 episodes2012
The Game
Season 5
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Episode 130 min2012-01-10
Skeletons
Season 5 opens with Melanie grappling with Derwin's accusation that she had an abortion. Meanwhile, Malik and Tasha deal with a drunken Jenna. Later, Tasha corners Malik about his relationship with Jenna; and a wild night comes back to haunt Jason.
Episode 230 min2012-01-10
The Truth Pact
When Derwin rehires Irv it sets off Melanie searching for her role in life while Tasha sues Derwin and Irv for money she believes she is owed. Meanwhile, Malik is forced to evaluate his extravagant lifestyle.
Episode 330 min2012-01-17
No Money, Mo Problems
Hostility between Melanie and Tasha goes public at a fashion show. Elsewhere, Chardonnay's friends open Jason's eyes to racism; and Derwin takes Kwan under his wings. Note: Featuring Elimu Nelson and Kel Mitchell
Episode 430 min2012-01-24
The Black People Episode
Jason meets Chardonnay’s friends who open his eyes to the racism in the world that fame has blinded him to. Derwin tries to get Kwan to follow his lead socially in hopes that it will translate to the field. Melanie and Tasha’s feud finds a public forum while preparing for the annual Sunbeams fashion show.
Episode 530 min2012-01-31
Grand Opening, Grand Closing
Chardonnay rejects Jason's proposal; Derwin is stunned when Melanie gets the diva treatment at church.
Episode 630 min2012-02-07
Drink, Pray, Love
Malik has a hard time letting go of his dream home when he's forced to short sell his mansion. Melanie has a showdown with Tasha at Drop Bar.
Episode 730 min2012-02-14
The Tricks Episode
When a YouTube video of Malik and Derwin doing football tricks goes viral, the guys ride the wave hoping it takes Malik off the bench and back onto the field.
Episode 830 min2012-02-28
Matchmaker, Matchmaker... Mind Your Business!
Tasha develops romantic feelings for a new man—but he turns out to be a male escort. Elsewhere, Melanie plays matchmaker at her dinner party, only to stir up tension with Derwin.
Episode 930 min2012-03-06
Keep Your Friends Close and Your Prostitute Closer
Melanie tries to connect with Janay by pushing Derwin closer to her fiancé. Elsewhere, Tasha forges ahead in her newfound relationship with a male escort.
Episode 1030 min2012-03-13
Catfight on the Catwalk
Melanie hosts the Sunbeam's fashion show, but ends up being locked in the bathroom with Tasha. While having sex with three supermodels, Malik has trouble getting aroused, and goes to rehab to visit Jenna.
Episode 1130 min2012-03-20
A Punch in the Gut... Full of Human
Jason's relationship with Chardonnay is tested by a third party; Melanie and Derwin receive troubling fertility news; Chardonnay reaches out to Tasha for relationship help.
Episode 1230 min2012-03-27
Higher ground
Tasha agrees to be the surrogate for Melanie and Derwin; Derwin's poker night turns into a raging bash.
Episode 1330 min2012-04-03
There's No Place Like Home
An unexpected arrival tests Melanie and Derwin ; Malik mulls over an endorsement offer.
Episode 1430 min2012-04-10
Derwin's About to go H.A.M
Derwin suffers consequences; Melanie's surrogate; Derwin's drama as a professional athlete.
Episode 1530 min2012-04-17
Party in a Box
Chardonnay grumbles that her relationship with Jason is purely physical, so Jason tries to make amends by introducing her to his friends. Meanwhile, Derwin faces the reality of Kwan's season-ending injury.
Episode 1630 min2012-04-24
Fits and Starts
Tasha and Pookie explore their friendship; Janay goes out of town; Melanie and Derwin stay busy.
Episode 1730 min2012-05-01
A Woman's Right to Choose Herself
Tasha's struggle with being a surrogate; Jason helps Chardonnay with her finances; Melanie's discontent with Derwin.
Episode 1830 min2012-05-08
Breakthrough, Breakdown? Break- Through
Melanie does some soul searching; Malik's relapse.
Episode 1930 min2012-05-15
Let Them Eat (Cup) cake!
Tasha joins the cupcake club to renew her celibacy. Derwin struggles with Melanie away.
Episode 2030 min2012-05-22
Cold Swine Sucks...And So Does Falling in Love
Tasha's discovers a text message; Derwin pushes Irv.
Episode 2130 min2012-05-29
Move Trick, Get out of the Way
Derwin and Melanie's long distance relationship; Malik's success; Tasha becomes a surrogate; Jason and Chardonnay's conflict
Episode 2230 min2012-06-05
The Championship Game Episode
It's down to the wire Game fans! Can the Sabers pull off a championship win? Will Derwin and Melanie settle on a resolution to their potential long distance relationship? Will Malik cut ties with Jenna in order to maintain his professional success? Jason sends Chardonnay on a rollercoaster ride.