Ep 6. Jane's Addiction
- TVPG
- November 4, 1996
- 43 min
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7.6 (67)
In Melrose Place (1992) season 5 episode 6 titled "Jane's Addiction," things are heating up for Jane and her husband Michael who are planning their upcoming 2nd wedding anniversary. Michael, however, is distracted with his work and having an affair with his co-worker Kimberley, which causes tension between him and Jane. Meanwhile, Amanda is determined to win control of D&D Advertising and sabotage Alison's chances of becoming a junior partner. She sets her sights on Alison's boyfriend, Billy, in an attempt to manipulate him into spying on Alison for her.
In the midst of all this, the building's resident bad boy, Jake, is falling for Jo, but she's hesitant to commit to anything serious after her past failed relationships. Adding to the drama, Allison's mother surprises her with a visit, but it isn't long before the two are at odds once again.
As the episode progresses, tensions continue to rise, and secrets are revealed. Jake discovers that his father is in town, and the two have a tense confrontation. Meanwhile, Billy takes a stand against Amanda and refuses to help her sabotage Alison.
While the episode centers around Jane and Michael's relationship troubles, it touches on the various other relationships between the show's characters. It's a quintessential episode of Melrose Place that shows the characters grappling with love and ambition and the complicated relationships that ensue.
Overall, "Jane's Addiction" is a thrilling episode that showcases the characters' complex relationships and the twists and turns that come with them. The writing is sharp and the acting is top-notch, making it a standout episode of the show's fifth season. Fans of the show will not be disappointed with this installment.