Ep 5. Whose God Is It Anyway?

Whose God Is It Anyway? is the fifth episode of season three of the legal dramedy series Boston Legal. The episode opens with senior partner Denny Crane, played by William Shatner, being cured of his impotence through hypnosis performed by his therapist, Dr. Sydney Fields, played by Joanna Cassidy. However, Denny soon discovers that Dr. Fields is a religious zealot who believes that she has been chosen by God to perform divine interventions, and that Denny is her latest project.

Meanwhile, Alan Shore, played by James Spader, and Carl Sack, played by John Larroquette, are defending a man named Curtis, played by Anthony Anderson, who has been charged with assaulting a police officer. Curtis claims that the officer, who shot him in self-defense, was acting out of racial prejudice, but the officer's version of events paints a different picture.

As the trial unfolds, Alan struggles with his own doubts about the existence of God, while Carl faces criticism from his fellow lawyers for defending a man they see as guilty. The two men also clash over their differing views on religion, with Carl being a devout Catholic and Alan being an atheist.

Meanwhile, associate lawyer Katie Lloyd, played by Tara Summers, has a crisis of faith when her fiancé tells her that he wants to convert to Judaism. Katie, who was raised Catholic, is unsure of how to reconcile the differences between the two religions, and seeks advice from Shirley Schmidt, played by Candice Bergen, who is also a practicing Jew.

As the various storylines converge, the characters are forced to confront their own beliefs about God and religion, and to question the role that faith plays in their personal and professional lives. The episode culminates in a dramatic confrontation between Denny and Dr. Fields, which has far-reaching consequences for both of them.

Whose God Is It Anyway? is a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant episode that explores some of the most fundamental questions of human existence. It is a testament to the show's ability to tackle complex issues with intelligence, humor, and heart, and to the talents of its exceptional cast.