The post-Diane era begins as Cheers reinvents itself, and the bar proves it's the real star of the show.
Sam adjusts to life without Diane, and the regulars do their best to keep his spirits up — mostly by insulting him.
The bar's dynamics shift as new energy fills the void, proving that Cheers can evolve without losing its soul.
Woody takes on more responsibility and handles it with the earnest determination that makes him impossible not to root for.
Carla's ferocity reaches legendary levels in an episode that lets Rhea Perlman dominate every scene.
Cliff and Norm's friendship gets a spotlight episode that celebrates the art of doing absolutely nothing together.
Sam's love life reactivates, and his return to the dating scene is as confident and clueless as ever.
A new face at the bar generates interest from the regulars, who are always eager for fresh gossip material.
The gang takes sides in a debate that divides the bar along hilarious and unexpected lines.
Woody gets his heart broken and the bar rallies around him with varying degrees of helpfulness.
Sam makes a business decision about Cheers that the regulars have very strong opinions about.
Carla faces a personal challenge that she handles with her usual combination of toughness and hidden tenderness.
Norm achieves a small victory that he celebrates as if he'd won the World Series, and the bar celebrates with him.
Cliff goes on a date, and the entire bar follows the progress with the intensity of a NASA mission control.
Sam's ego and charm collide in an episode that showcases Ted Danson's perfect balance of cocky and lovable.
The bar becomes the backdrop for a story about loyalty and friendship that resonates beyond the laughs.
Woody's Indiana roots shine through in an episode that contrasts his sincerity with the bar's cynicism.
A classic bottle episode set entirely in the bar proves that great writing and a perfect cast need nothing else.
Carla takes on another worthy adversary, and the verbal fireworks are spectacular.
Norm and Cliff embark on an adventure outside the bar that proves they're even funnier in the wild.
Sam contemplates his life choices while serving drinks, finding that the bar is both his comfort zone and his cage.
The season wraps with an episode that leaves viewers excited for what's next at everybody's favorite bar.
Woody's growth over the season becomes clear as he handles a situation with surprising maturity.
The fifth season finale delivers surprises that set up an exciting new direction for the show.
Cheers proves it can thrive in its new configuration, closing the season with confidence and plenty of laughs.
The season closes on a high note, confirming that Cheers' best years are far from over.