Ep 5. Van Nuys

In Weeds season 5 episode 5, titled "Van Nuys," Nancy Botwin (played by Mary-Louise Parker) and her team of drug dealers face a new challenge as they try to smuggle their product across the Mexican border. Nancy has come up with a plan to use a tunnel built by Guillermo (played by Guillermo Diaz) to transport their merchandise, but things quickly go wrong when they get stopped at a border checkpoint.

Meanwhile, Shane (played by Alexander Gould) deals with the aftermath of his brutal attack on a classmate, which has left him traumatized and unable to sleep. He turns to Silas (played by Hunter Parrish) for help, but Silas has problems of his own as he tries to make a deal with a new client who comes with some unexpected baggage.

At the same time, Doug (played by Kevin Nealon) struggles to keep his run for city council on track amidst various scandals, including a leaked sex tape and accusations of drug use. He turns to Andy (played by Justin Kirk) for advice, but Andy has his own problems to deal with as he tries to start a new life in the suburbs with his family.

"Van Nuys" is a tense, action-packed episode that sees Nancy and her associates tested in new and unexpected ways. The show continues to explore themes of family, loyalty, and survival as the characters navigate the dangerous and unpredictable world of drug dealing. With its complex characters, sharp writing, and dark humor, Weeds remains a compelling and addictive series that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.