Personal reactions to the season often centered on the controversial relationship choices and the "Real Jane" plotline.

Watch these recaps and cast interviews to see how Season 5 pushed the boundaries of the series:

: Luke is replaced by Paul, played by Justin Deeley. Paul brings a more "vapid and superficial" energy reminiscent of Deb’s former self, providing a comedic counterpoint to Jane's professional growth.

: The season opens with a massive twist: the original Jane's soul returns to Earth in the body of a model named Brittney. This creates a unique "role reversal" dynamic that forces Deb (in Jane's body) to confront the life she essentially took over.