Six Feet Under, All Alone

In the Season Five premiere, Ruth dreads George's return from the hospital in light of his recent diagnosis.

Nate hangs with high-school friends, but finds that, as adults, they share little more than old memories.

Claire is seduced by Billy's newfound lust for life, but hits a roadblock along the way.

Brenda is disturbed by Nate's reaction to her latest news. Ruth shares her feelings about George with friends.

Ruth finds a new way to unwind from George, who longs to close the distance between them.

Ruth happily helps 'circle the wagons' when Sarah calls. David and Keith discover it's hard work playing house with Anthony and Durrell.

David and Keith struggle to create parent-child boundaries. Brenda and Nate get some ambiguous news.

A young Latina's funeral raises questions about the culture -- and future -- of Fisher and Diaz.

David and Keith get comfortable with their new family life. Claire discovers she and Ted share a common interest.

While David attends to family business, Keith makes an embarrassing self-discovery on the job.

As David's fears take over, Keith tries to protect him -- and the boys. Billy attends to his sister.

In the series finale, the Fishers begin the healing process while embracing the future.