Rescue Me

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Season 5
  • Network: FX
  • Series Premiere Date: Jul 21, 2004
Season #: 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Metascore
84

Universal acclaim - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
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Critic Reviews

  1. New York Daily News
    Reviewed by: David Hinckley
    60
    A few things in the first episodes of season five, which kicks off Tuesday night, feel a little disjointed. Denis Leary remains a magnetic lead as New York firefighter Tommy Gavin, and the show still has inspired moments.

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#8 Best TV Season of 2009
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#89 Most Discussed TV Season of 2009
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#73 Most Shared TV Season of 2009

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User Score
8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 29
  3. Negative: 2 out of 29
  1. JoeinMD
    Sep 4, 2011
    10
    Not every show is a winner, but the acting, humor, pathos, and action (like watching Backdraft often) draw me to every show. The ensemble isNot every show is a winner, but the acting, humor, pathos, and action (like watching Backdraft often) draw me to every show. The ensemble is just incredible with various (current and past) stars appearing in many shows.… Full Review »
  2. [Anonymous]
    May 9, 2009
    9
    Love it:) Never fails to engage and entertain with sharp, witty dialogue and complex characters.
  3. KennyH
    Apr 24, 2009
    10
    This season is absolutely amazing so far. I agree with whoever compared it to the Sopranos, it's just great to watch. The only show that This season is absolutely amazing so far. I agree with whoever compared it to the Sopranos, it's just great to watch. The only show that can have me laughing hysterically one moment and on the verge of tears the next. Michael J. Fox's character is awesome so far too.… Full Review »
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