'Big Love' ends

HBO has announced a fifth and final season of 'Big Love.' Final season starts Jan. 16.

Here's the release: Michael Lombardo, president, HBO Programming:  “It has been an honor and pleasure to work with series creators Mark V. Olsen and Will Scheffer on this unique and provocative series, and I’m happy that they will be able to bring the story to its close the way they always envisioned,” noted Lombardo.  “We look forward with great anticipation to collaborating with Mark and Will on their next venture.” Series Will Be Broadcast Live on Wednesdays Starting Jan. 12