Season 5

01 Guys or Dolls Episode 124th September 1997 While on a double date with Spence, Paige and a dumb lesbian, Ellen runs into former boyfriend Dan. He is taken aback by her personal revelation but accepts it, leaving Ellen confused about her attraction to him. 02 Social Climber Episode 21st October 1997 Ellen fakes athletic prowess to impress Lisa, her very attractive ""spinning"" instructor, but on a mountain-climbing trip--with Spence in tow--she learns that honesty may have been more effective, and less life threatening. 03 Roommates Episode 38th October 1997 Ellen's new neighbors offer to introduce her to a friend who is looking for a ""roommate,"" which, according to Audrey and Barrett, is code for ""girlfriend."" Meanwhile, Paige struggles with her mixed emotions about Ellen's lesbianism. 04 Gay Yellow Pages Episode 415th October 1997 Ellen feels pressured to support gay businesses, but a gay plumber nearly sends her housewarming party down the drain. 05 Just Coffee Episode 529th October 1997 Ellen goes on a date with her mortgage broker, but starts to think she's the only one looking for romance. 06 G.I. Ellen Episode 65th November 1997 Ellen accompanies her father to his annual Civil War re-enactment. 07 Public Display of Affection Episode 712th November 1997 Ellen faces her toughest challenge yet in a relationship: winning the approval of her new girlfriend's 12-year-old daughter. 08 Emma Episode 819th November 1997 Thanks to Paige, Ellen lands a job as personal assistant to Emma Thompson and discovers that, not only is Thompson gay, but her past contains a truly sordid secret. 09 Like a Virgin Episode 926th November 1997 Laurie has prepared for a big romantic evening with flowers, fine wine and a homemade dinner, but she still needs Ellen to stick around for it. 10 All Ellen, All the Time Episode 103rd December 1997 Ellen gets a job at a small, all-talk radio station, but when the Sports Chat host leaves in a huff, she's left to fill the void armed with only her personal charm and irrevocable wit. 11 Break Up Episode 1117th December 1997 Ellen and Laurie hit a crossroads on their one-month anniversary after Laurie misinterprets Ellen's offer to move in. 12 Womyn Fest Episode 127th January 1998 Ellen takes Paige and Audrey to a female only concert in Berkeley to have a good time after her break up with Laurie. Meanwhile, Paige ponders commitment with Spence. 13 The Funeral Episode 1314th January 1998 When Laurie's father dies suddenly, Ellen must help her make peace with the family that shut her out when she revealed her lesbianism. 14 Escape from L.A. Episode 1428th January 1998 Ellen and Laurie take their first trip together, to San Diego. However, a problem arises when Ellen wants to party and Laurie wants to stick to her plan. 15 Ellen in Focus Episode 1511th February 1998 Ellen and Joe join Paige's focus group, so that her new cop show will receive high marks and need minimal changes before air time. 16 Neighbors Episode 1618th February 1998 Ellen tries to make friends with her neighbors, but they keep catching her in strange coincidences. After all, why would Ellen and Paige be playing Twister on the roof? 17 It's a Gay, Gay, Gay, Gay World! Episode 1725th February 1998 After Spence sniffs a heavy dose of insecticide, he awakens in a world where being gay is normal, Joe is in love with him, and Paige has a buzz cut and tattoos. 18 Hospital Episode 184th March 1998 Ellen rushes to the hospital after discovering that Laurie was in a car accident. While waiting for news on her condition, Ellen meets a woman in the waiting room, whom she discovers is Laurie's ex-girlfriend and Holly's ""father."" 19 Ellen: A Hollywood Tribute (1) Episode 1913th May 1998 A parody of the career of Ellen DeGeneres, celebrating her 75 years in show business. 20 Ellen: A Hollywood Tribute (2) Episode 2013th May 1998 A parody of the career of Ellen DeGeneres, celebrating her 75 years in show business. 21 When Ellen Talks, People Listen Episode 2115th July 1998 Ellen tries to encourage her radio audience to be nicer, but instead they become more hostile. 22 Vows Episode 2222nd July 1998 When Ellen's parents renew their vows, it prompts Ellen to think about taking her relationship with Laurie to the next level: marriage.