Ep 1. Large Birds, Spiders and Mom

In the season 5 premiere of Two and a Half Men, titled "Large Birds, Spiders and Mom," Charlie Harper (Charlie Sheen) is back to his bachelor lifestyle after ending things with Mia at the end of season 4. He is enjoying his freedom and spending his time with random women, until his mother Evelyn (Holland Taylor) shows up unexpectedly.

Evelyn informs Charlie that she is getting a divorce from her latest husband and needs a place to stay for a while. Charlie reluctantly agrees to let her stay with him and Alan (Jon Cryer), but he soon regrets his decision when he realizes that his mother is as controlling and manipulative as ever.

Meanwhile, Alan is struggling with his own issues as his son Jake (Angus T. Jones) is growing up and becoming more independent. Alan is worried that he is losing his connection with his son and tries to find ways to bond with him, but Jake just wants to hang out with his friends and play video games.

As if Charlie and Alan's problems weren't enough, they also have to deal with an infestation of spiders and large birds in their home. Alan hires an exterminator to take care of the problem, but things don't go as planned and the situation becomes even worse.

Throughout the episode, Charlie and Alan try to navigate their complicated relationships with their mother and son, while also dealing with the chaos in their home. They are forced to confront their own issues and learn to communicate with each other in order to resolve their problems.

Overall, "Large Birds, Spiders and Mom" is a hilarious and relatable episode that highlights the challenges of family dynamics and the importance of communication. With its witty writing and talented cast, it sets the tone for what promises to be a great season of Two and a Half Men.