Being Alive

S06E02·7.9·October 4, 2009·1h·ABC

The Bolens face suspicion on Wisteria Lane. Meanwhile, Lynette keeps a secret from Susan; Gaby gives her niece Ana tips on how to get a guy to notice her; Bree's concerned about the effect of her affair with Karl on Susan; and Angie is determined to protect her son Danny and the family's dark past.

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#12In Season 6of 23 rated episodes

#135All-timeof 180 rated episodes

−0.1vs season avgSeason 6 averages 8.0

2009First airedOctober 4, 2009

Guest stars

Charlie Carveras Porter Scavo

Joshua Logan Mooreas Parker Scavo

Andrea Bowenas Julie Mayer

Kathryn Joostenas Karen McCluskey

Kendall Applegateas Penny Scavo

Madison De La Garzaas Juanita Solis II

Richard Burgias Karl Mayer

Mason Vale Cottonas M.J. Delfino

Kevin Rahmas Lee McDermott

Tuc Watkinsas Bob Hunter

Orson Beanas Roy Bender

Jeffrey Nordlingas Nick Bolen

Beau Mirchoffas Danny Bolen

Karl Makinenas Detective Furst

Crew

David GrossmanDirector

Matt BerryWriter

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