Is The Neighborhood returning for another season? Continue reading to find out more about The Neighborhood Season 5.
The Neighborhood is an American sitcom television series, created by Jim Reynolds. The show follows a white family from the Midwest as they settle into a Pasadena, California, area with a large black population. The show has gained a devoted following over the course of the last four seasons. The series has been well received by viewers around the world, who tune in to watch new episodes every time. As the series’ scores and reviews from the audience do not lie, it has become a feel-good and comfortable show for the viewers.
Hence, it was an easy decision for the network to continue the show for another season after this fairly good reception from the TRPs. To help you prepare before streaming the new season, we’ve put up a quick summary of everything you need to know about the season’s release date, plot, and cast. Continue reading to learn more about The Neighborhood Season 5.
Will there be a Season 5 of The Neighborhood?
Yes, The Neighborhood will be returning to your television screen for another season. The network has aired all the episodes of the fourth season, which ended on May 23, 2022. The series was officially renewed for a fifth season by the CBS network in January 2022 months before season 4 concluded.
The official Twitter handle of The Neighborhood also shared the news among their followers, quoting, “There are *way* more than five reasons to love #TheNeighborhood, but we’re especially excited for one— #TheNeighborhood has officially been renewed for Season 5! Take a look at the official post below:
There are *way* more than five reasons to love #TheNeighborhood, but we're especially excited for one— #TheNeighborhood has officially been renewed for Season 5! pic.twitter.com/Td1ON8GVej
— The Neighborhood (@TheNeighborhood) January 24, 2022
Why did CBS pick up The Neighborhood for Season 5?
According to Deadline, “CBS has secured its top four comedy series — which also are the four most-watched comedy series on broadcast TV — for next season: #1 Young Sheldon, #2 Ghosts, #3 The Neighborhood, and #4 Bob ♥ Abishola.” After such a great response it is not a surprise that the series has been renewed for a fifth season. The Neighborhood fans have enjoyed the way show creators have dealt with the character and the storyline of the series.
Kelly Kahl, President of CBS Entertainment stated, “We’re thrilled to bring back television’s four most-watched comedies for next season, and I’m proud of the incredible team that maintains CBS’ position as the clear leader in comedy.”
Further adding, “Joe Port and Joe Wiseman, together with a breakout cast and exceptional writers, have done a superb job of adapting Ghosts for the U.S. and absolutely making it their own. This smart and charming show is delivering new creative highs, not to mention scaring up new audience highs, every week.”
“And on Mondays, the perfect pairing of The Neighborhood and Bob ♥ Abishola continues to deftly blend belly laughs with relatable and culturally relevant storylines, thanks to these exceptionally talented actors and outstanding creative teams,” Kahl added. The Neighborhood, currently in its fourth season, averages 6.64 million viewers along with Bob ♥ Abishola which is averaging 6.6 million in its third season. The programs anchor CBS’ return to No. 1 on Mondays and are the network’s top two comedies among Black viewers.
The Neighborhood Season 5 Release Date
After months of anticipation, the network has officially announced that The Neighborhood Season 5 is scheduled to air on CBS and Paramount+ on September 19, 2022, Mondays at 8/7c this fall.
The official Twitter handle of the series also confirmed the news by sharing the official release on a post quoting, “Need a reason to dance? #TheNeighborhood is back for season five on September 19 on @CBS and @paramountplus!” Take a look at the official post below:
Need a reason to dance? #TheNeighborhood is back for season five on September 19 on @CBS and @paramountplus! pic.twitter.com/s60WmhvSfu
— The Neighborhood (@TheNeighborhood) June 23, 2022
The Neighborhood Season 5 Expected Plot
The upcoming season is expected to pick up from the finale episode of the fourth season which is the 22nd episode, Welcome to the Ring, released on May 23, 2022. The episode was directed by Victor Gonzalez and written by Dan Cross & David Hoge. The episode is estimated to be viewed by 5.91 million US viewers. The official synopsis of the episode states, “As Marty prepares to propose to his girlfriend, Calvin and Tina work with party planner Chika to throw a celebration that properly honors their future daughter-in-law’s Nigerian heritage.”
In the episode, the viewers got to see that, Because Necie comes from a Nigerian family, the Butlers engage Chika (Gina Yashere) to make sure Marty’s surprise marriage proposal to Necie is in keeping with Nigerian custom. A goat is one of the many dowry goods Chicka insists the Butlers buy for Necie’s family, and before Necie arrives, the goat decimates most of the other items.
While this is going on, Dave is reminded as he watches Marty select a wedding band for Necie that Gemma is still donning the little ring he bought her when they were strapped for cash. He surprises Gemma with a much bigger ring, only to be shocked when she longs for the previous one, surprising him as well.
The fifth season is expected to reveal where the overall plot of the series is going in terms of characters and storylines from this precise moment of the finale episode. Moreover, all of the previous episodes have set the tone for the recent season, which will see the story develop and expand in ways that will entice viewers to watch the show.
The Neighborhood Season 5 Cast and Crew
According to Deadline, Meg DeLoatch has left CBS’ The Neighborhood after serving as executive producer and showrunner on the current fourth season. Changes in the show’s writing staff are likely once a new showrunner is named; DeLoatch released all but one of The Neighborhood‘s Season 3 writers when she came aboard.
The original cast from season four is anticipated to return and carry the storyline into the next season. In addition, the network had not released any new casting announcements as of June 24, 2022. Therefore, the list of the series’ prominent characters is as follows:
Cedric the Entertainer as Calvin Butler: Tina’s husband and Malcolm and Marty’s father. He owns an auto repair shop called Calvin’s Pit Stop.
Max Greenfield as Dave Johnson: Gemma’s husband and Grover’s father. He is a professional conflict mediator, a military veteran, and a graduate of Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Tichina Arnold as Tina Butler: Calvin’s wife and Malcolm and Marty’s mother. She was once an aspiring singer, then worked the front desk at Calvin’s auto shop, and now runs her own cupcake business.
Beth Behrs as Gemma Johnson: Dave’s wife and Grover’s mother. Her new job as principal at a private school in Los Angeles is the impetus for the Johnson family to move to California.
Sheaun McKinney as Malcolm Butler: Calvin and Tina’s older son. He was once a professional baseball player working his way through the minor leagues until an injury ended his career. He had trouble finding steady employment until Marty got him a job as a security guard at JPL in season 2. In season 4, he is hired as the hitting coach for the USC baseball team.
Marcel Spears as Marty Butler: Calvin and Tina’s younger son. He is a successful engineer at JPL with several nerdy hobbies and interests.
Hank Greenspan as Grover Johnson: Dave and Gemma’s son who is an elementary school student.
Moreover, we urge viewers to have some patience as the network will let fans know in advance if there are any new characters being introduced in the upcoming season. Fans should therefore attentively follow any such developments on social media in the coming months.
The Neighborhood Season 5 Episodes
The Neighborhood Season 5 is anticipated to include 18 to 22 episodes, with an average runtime of roughly 22 minutes. The number of episodes differs in each season so it is difficult to speculate the exact episode count for the fifth season. Moreover, the precise episode titles and synopsis for the future season cannot be confirmed as of July 2, 2022.
So, fans are advised to wait patiently and binge-watch prior seasons in the interim to refresh their recollection of important storylines. The number of episodes is ultimately determined by the plot that the show seeks to convey to the viewers, making it a slightly bigger or smaller season than its predecessor. Therefore, viewers should keep an eye out for information regarding the episode dates that will be released in the upcoming months.
Where to stream The Neighborhood Season 5?
When released The Neighborhood Season 5 along with all the previous seasons is most likely to be available on all prior platforms that have the rights to stream the series, as well as on-air on the CBS channel on Mondays (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT). Moreover, all the previous seasons are currently available to stream on Paramount+ and fuboTV.
The series is also available to rent or buy on iTunes, Amazon Instant Video, Google Play, and Vudu, based on the viewers’ location with preferred membership plans that the users can choose from. On the other hand, it is also available to watch for free on the CBS platform or Pluto.
Is there any trailer for The Neighborhood Season 5?
No, the network has not released any trailer or promo for The Neighborhood Season 5, as it is way too early for the network to release such promotional material. Meanwhile, check out this official teaser for The Neighborhood Season 4 below:
In the teaser, we get glimpses of the show as per the official synopsis which states, “The Neighborhood stars Cedric the Entertainer in a comedy about what happens when the friendliest guy in the Midwest moves his family to a neighborhood in Los Angeles where not everyone looks like him or appreciates his extreme neighborliness.”
Catch up on the previous seasons while you wait for The Neighborhood Season 5 to premiere on CBS.