As of July 2026, One Day at a Time Season 5 aired in 1979 with 26 episodes — streaming now on Crave. Full episode guide and where to watch below.

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One Day at a Time Season 5

1979 26 Episodes Comedy ⭐ 7/10

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, One Day at a Time Season 5 is available on right now. A compact run that never overstays its welcome. 64 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Bonnie Franklin is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Put it on tonight and see for yourself.

One Day at a Time Season 5 is not trying to be everything to everyone, and that focus is exactly what makes it work. One Day at a Time Season 5 gets the fundamentals right first, then finds room to get weird with it. Season 5 of One Day at a Time includes 26 episodes. It aired from September 1979 to April 1980. This season stars Bonnie Franklin, Valerie Bertinelli and Pat Harrington Jr.. Bonnie Franklin and Valerie Bertinelli lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 1979. One Day at a Time Season 5 earns its laughs from character rather than situation, which is why it does not wear thin the way pure farce tends to. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in One Day at a Time Season 5. If you have run out of similar titles to watch, this is a strong next pick. Short enough to finish in a weekend, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Bonnie Franklin anchors an ensemble with real chemistry. Genuinely funny, consistently, across the whole run.

📡 Where to Watch One Day at a Time Season 5

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🎬 One Day at a Time Season 5 — Episode Guide

Barbara has begun her college education and feels very independent, balancing school work with social activities. Meanwhile, Ann begins to feel undereducated as she hears Barbara's experiences and makes a decision to go to college. The big surprise comes when she is taking the same course as Barba...

Barbara's latest boyfriend, Brad is putting the pressure on her big time to have sex. Barbara honestly does not know what to do and isn't quite sure she wants to accommodate his sexual demands but at the same time doesn't want to lose him. So, she decides that perhaps she should and goes out and b...

Julie's Wedding (1)

Julie returns from a ski trip sporting a meek fiance, an impending wedding date and an unexcited best man.

Julie's Wedding (2)

Best man Max insists that his amorous intentions toward Julie are honorable, even as the wedding party assembles.

Home Again, Home Again

Newlyweds Julie and Max return from their honeymoon to an apartment they can't afford because Max has been laid off from his job.

Between Mother and Daughter

A psychiatrist recommends a heart-to-heart talk to take the heat out of Ann's relationship with her mother.

Barbara hires a genetics tutor, unaware of his obvious shortcomings.

Ann pressures her assistant into working on a Saturday night at her place.

A Little Larceny

Barbara tries to earn some extra money by selling football betting cards. However, Schneider gets arrested when Barbara involves him in her illegal football pool activities.

After Ann rushes out to yet another appointment, her family shouldn't be so surprised to learn she has suffered a heart attack.

A feud erupts between Schneider and Max for male dominance in the Romano household as well as the attention of Ann and the girls.

Happy New Year II

Ann and the family put on another show at the senior citizen hotel.

Schneider, the Model

After a man-on-the-street chat with a newscaster, Schneider is offered a job as a male model, but becomes depressed when he learns the role he is to portray.

A fast talking insurance man from Buffalo can't decide whether he would rather romance Barbara, Ann or Grandma Romano.

So Long, Mom (a.k.a.) Not Telling

Barbara's desire to live near campus and Max's new job in Houston have Ann pondering the thought of living alone for the first time in her life.

Grandma Romano moves to Indianapolis, takes an apartment in Ann's building and finds a job in her office.

Barbara is harassed by an overzealous suitor.

Retrospective (1)

The topsy-turvy years in Schneider's building are fondly remembered (in clips from past shows) when condominium conversion threatens to disperse the tenants.

Retrospective (2)

Schneider, Ann and the girls continue to reminisce about the past as the construction of condominiums seems to be a sure thing.

Girl with a Past

Barbara feels compelled to tell Bob about his new girlfriend's former exploits.

🎭 Cast of One Day at a Time Season 5

Bonnie Franklin

Bonnie Franklin

Valerie Bertinelli

Valerie Bertinelli

Pat Harrington Jr.

Pat Harrington Jr.

Dwayne Schneider

Mackenzie Phillips

Mackenzie Phillips

Michael Lembeck

Michael Lembeck

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