30 Rock Season 5, Ep. 1 "The Fabian Strategy"

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Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin) meddles in Liz Lemon's (Tina Fey) burgeoning relationship with Carol (Guest Star Matt Damon).
  • Directed by: Beth McCarthy Miller
  • Runtime: 22 minutes
  • Original air date: September 23, 2010
  • Network: NBC
 
 
 
 

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0. 30 Rock Recap Special
  August 27, 2010
Love, fate, and transvestite celebrity stalkers! Check out this special bonus video, and get prepped for Season 5 of 30 Rock.
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1. The Fabian Strategy
  September 23, 2010
Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin) meddles in Liz Lemon's (Tina Fey) burgeoning relationship with Carol (Guest Star Matt Damon).
 
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2. When It Rains, It Pours
  September 30, 2010
Liz Lemon (Tina Fey) uses her new found confidence to win over an editor (guest star Paul Giamatti). Elizabeth Banks also guest stars.
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3. Let's Stay Together
  October 7, 2010
Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin) attempts to charm Congress during the Kabletown hearings. Rob Reiner and Queen Latifah Guest Star.
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4. Live Show - East Coast Version
  October 14, 2010
On show night, Liz grows increasingly infuriated when no one seems to remember that it's her 40th birthday. Just before the taping, Tracy becomes convinced that nothing is funnier than a performer laughing and breaking character, which he elects to do all night, much to Jenna's chagrin. Meanwhile, Jack struggles with the consequences of his promise to give up drinking while Avery is pregnant.
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5. Live Show - West Coast Version
  October 14, 2010
On show night, Liz grows increasingly infuriated when no one seems to remember that it's her 40th birthday. Just before the taping, Tracy becomes convinced that nothing is funnier than a performer laughing and breaking character, which he elects to do all night, much to Jenna's chagrin. Meanwhile, Jack struggles with the consequences of his promise to give up drinking while Avery is pregnant.
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6. Reaganing
  October 21, 2010
Jack (Alec Baldwin) tries to use his perfect day to save Liz's (Tina Fey) relationship. Kelsey Grammer guest stars.
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7. Gentleman's Intermission
  November 4, 2010
Avery (Guest Star Elizabeth Banks) pushes Jack to set boundaries in his relationship with Liz (Tina Fey).
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8. Brooklyn Without Limits
  November 11, 2010
Jack (Alec Baldwin) tries to sway a congressional election for the benefit of the network. John Slattery guest stars.
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9. College
  November 18, 2010
Jack (Alec Baldwin) tries to find a glitch in GE's new microwave design.
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10. Chain Reaction of Mental Anguish
  December 2, 2010
Jack (Alec Baldin) advises Liz (Tina Fey) to find a therapist.
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11. Christmas Attack Zone
  December 9, 2010
Liz (Tina Fey) and Avery (Guest Star Elizabeth Banks) convince Jack (Alec Baldwin) to tell his mother (Guest Star Elaine Stritch) two big secrets. Alan Alda and Will Forte also Guest Star.
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12. Mrs. Donaghy
  January 20, 2011
Liz Lemon's New Year's resolution complicates Jack's wedding plans.
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13. Operation Righteous Cowboy Lightning
  January 27, 2011
Tracy brings his wife's reality TV crew with him to the TGS show.
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14. ¡Qué Sorpresa!
  February 3, 2011
Jack tries to impress the owner of Kabletown, while Liz pretends to be pregnant to help Avery (Guest Star Elizabeth Banks) with her co-worker Carmen Chao (Guest Star Vanessa Minnillo).
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15. Double-Edged Sword
  February 10, 2011
Both Jack's and Liz's romantic getaway plans are foiled. Elizabeth Banks, John Cho and Matt Damon guest star.
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16. It's Never Too Late For Now
  February 17, 2011
Jack loses his negotiating edge while Jenna tries to distract Liz with a rebound.
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17. TGS Hates Women
  February 24, 2011
Liz Lemon hires a new guest writer in order to prove a blog wrong. Chloe Grace Moretz guest stars.
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18. Queen of Jordan
  March 17, 2011
On a "TGS"-centered episode of Angie's reality show, Liz (Tina fey) struggles to convince Angie (guest star Sherri Shepherd) to lure Tracy back from Africa.
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19. Plan B
  March 24, 2011
With "TGS" on hiatus, Liz (Tina Fey) and the rest of the "TGS" crew try to find other jobs. Aaron Sorkin and Will Arnett guest star.
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20. I Heart Connecticut
  April 14, 2011
Liz (Tina Fey) must find out where Tracy (Tracy Morgan) is hiding. Phil Rosenthal guest stars.
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21. 100 - Part 1
  April 21, 2011
With "TGS" on the brink of cancellation, Liz (Tina Fey) and her staff have one last chance to prove themselves with their 100th Episode.
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22. 100 - Part 2
  April 21, 2011
With "TGS" on the brink of cancellation, Liz (Tina Fey) and her staff have one last chance to prove themselves with their 100th Episode.
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23. Everything Sunny All the Time Always
  April 28, 2011
Liz Lemon (Tina Fey) is determined to fix the problems in her personal life.
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24. Respawn
  May 5, 2011
Liz Lemon's (Tina Fey) summer vacation is interrupted when Tracy (Tracy Morgan) shows up.
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Episode 1, "The Fabian Strategy"
Synopsis: Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin) meddles in Liz Lemon's (Tina Fey) burgeoning relationship with Carol (Guest Star Matt Damon).
Original air date: September 23, 2010
Runtime: 22 minutes
ASIN: B0044BY6YM
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #113,149 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
30 Rock Season 5
Synopsis: From the creator and stars of SNL comes this workplace comedy. A brash network executive bullies head writer Liz Lemon into hiring an unstable movie star. A self-obsessed celeb, an arrogant boss, and a sensitive writing staff challenge Lemon to run a successful program - without losing her mind.
Starring: Tina Fey, Tracy Morgan
Supporting actors: Jane Krakowski, Jack McBrayer, Scott Adsit, Judah Friedlander, Alec Baldwin, John Lutz, Maulik Pancholy, Keith Powell, Chris Parnell, Sherri Shepherd, Cheyenne Jackson, Todd Buonopane, Meng Ai, Jean Brassard, Tituss Burgess, Paula Leggett Chase, Angela Grovey, Adam Shapiro
Season year: 2011
Genre: Comedy
Executive producer: Alec Baldwin
Network: NBC
ASIN: B00412DZ1O
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16 of 20 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A definite improvement over season 4... July 26, 2011
Format:DVD
I've followed 30 Rock for its five years, and I've pretty much loved every show they've ever done, because it's always been ridiculous and funny, and enjoyable. Season 4 lacked a certain something, maybe it wasn't as funny as it usually is, maybe it wasn't as over the top as usual, both of these things were true.

However, season five brings in enough standalone episodes to make the season memorable. Season five included the live show, which went extremely well, and I hope they decide to do another live show next season. It felt like you were watching a sketch on Saturday Night Live, which Tina Fey worked on for nine years. It was a huge success, in my opinion.

Also, the 100th episode, "Double-Edged Sword", "Queen of Jordan", "TGS Hates Women", and "Regeaning" were the best shows of the season. They each incorporated new and bold ideas, such as "Queen of Jordan" acting as a pilot of a reality show given to Tracy's character's wife. This episode is simply making fun of the ridiculousness attached to reality programming, but it also serves as one of 30 Rock's best shows.

I can't wait to buy this season. It was definitely a five-star year.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars 30 Rock Season 5 - Full List of Extras October 29, 2011
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Since there isn't any info on the Season 5 DVD Special Features out anywhere I thought It would be useful for buyers to list them here.

And yes, both version of the Live Show will be on the DVD, with the East Live Show being the official version and the West Live Show a DVD Extra!

Disc 1:
Audio Commentary: Brooklyn Without Limits with Tracy Morgan & 30 Rock Producer Jerry Kupfer

Disc 2:
Audio Commentary: Chain Reaction of Mental Anguish with Jack McBrayer and His Parents
Audio Commentary: Christmas Attack Zone with Will Forte & Val Kilmer
Audio Commentary: Operation Righteous Cowboy Lightning with John Lutz & Sue Galloway
Audio Commentary: It's Never Too Late for Now with Judah Friedlander

Disc 3:
Audio Commentary: Queen of Jordan with Tracey Wigfield and Tom Ceraulo
Audio Commentary: Plan B with Tina Fey and Jeff Richmond
Audio Commentary: 100 with Don Scardino and Aaron Sorkin
Audio Commentary: Respawn with Jack McBrayer and Jon Hamm
Audio Commentary: Live Show (West Coast Version) with Tina Fey and Beth McCarthy-Miller
Deleted Scenes
Behind-the-Scenes of the 'Live Show"
West Coast Version of the "Live Show"
Jack Donaghy, Executive Superhero
Jenna's Obituary Song

The fifth season of 30 Rock was a very good one. I think that they perfectly managed to keep the storyline interesting and not to crowded with guest stars. There is some real character development for Liz this season who for the first time starts out a season in a relationship. But of course it will not last. Having Matt Damon play her boyfriend was very good, but also led to him not being available for a lot of episodes. There was not really enough time for us to bond with him. He was in three episodes this season: the premiere, the live show, and the valentine's day episode. I wished they could have prolonged his stay. Jenna and Tracy remain career focused, and still get the best comedic material in the show. Jack and Avery welcome their daughter Liddy. And there is a very nice twist to their relationship by the end of the season. All in all this season left me wanting more, and you will not be disappointed by the quality and humor.
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Once again 30 Rock is under appreciated. September 25, 2011
By S.W.
Format:DVD
30 Rock has been the most well written, well executed and smartest show on television. Season 5 is just more proof of the amazing talent that exudes from Tina Fey and her team. The only thing that I can say is bad about this season is that it isn't being released until late November.

I highly suggest that everyone pick this up so you can enjoy one of 30 Rock's greatest seasons and televisions greatest shows (even if it is missing a foreign girl with two daddies).
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