S05E01Grey's Anatomy season 5 episode 1: Dream a Little Dream of Me (1)
Aired 25 September 200843 minRated TV-14
Where to watch Grey's Anatomy Season 5 in Australia
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What happens in “Dream a Little Dream of Me (1)”
As Meredith and Derek begin to find that their "happily ever after" is anything but easy, Cristina develops a crush on a military doctor who brings in a trauma patient. Meanwhile, the Chief and his staff cope with the news that Seattle Grace is no longer considered a top-tier teaching hospital.
Episode summary: TMDB.
Before you watch
- It is the season premiere of season 5.
- It runs about 43 minutes.
- Directed by Rob Corn, written by Shonda Rhimes.
- TMDB users rate it 8.5 out of 10 (16 votes).
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Cast and crew of this episode
- Director
- Rob Corn
- Writer
- Shonda Rhimes
- Guest stars
- Brooke Smith as Erica HahnMark Saul as SteveCliff DeYoung as Phillip LoomisLauren Stamile as Nurse RoseMariette Hartley as Betty KennerJohn Getz as Michael BreyersBernadette Peters as Sarabeth BreyersKathy Baker as Anna Loomis
Credits: TMDB.
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