In a World Where the Kings Are Employers

S05E15·8.2·February 15, 2009·1h·ABC

Susan starts a job to provide for MJ---and becomes both angry and jealous when Mike lets Katherine babysit him; Lynette wants Tom to sell the recession-wracked pizzeria; Carlos gets a big bonus after Gaby discovers his boss's dirty little secret; Bree gives Andrew a raise, raising Orson's hackles; and Dave grows tired of the neighbors' suspicions of him.

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#15In Season 5of 24 rated episodes

#107All-timeof 180 rated episodes

−0.4vs season avgSeason 5 averages 8.6

2009First airedFebruary 15, 2009

Guest stars

Charlie Carveras Porter Scavo

Joshua Logan Mooreas Parker Scavo

Max Carveras Preston Scavo

Kendall Applegateas Penny Scavo

Todd Grinnellas Dr. Alex Cominis

David Starzykas Bradley Scott

Ion Overmanas Maria Scott

Megan Hiltyas Shayla Grove

Davis Gainesas Accountant

Mason Vale Cottonas M.J. Delfino

Maria Cominisas Mona Clark

Leslie Karpmanas Debbie

Perry Laylon Ojedaas Waiter

Michael Mertonas Jewelry Clerk

Crew

David GrossmanDirector

Lori Kirkland BakerWriter

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