On what date did House M.D. broadcast its series finale?

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House M.D. broadcast its series finale on May 21, 2012.

The finale, titled “Everybody Dies,” concluded the show’s eight-season run on Fox. It follows Gregory House as he confronts the consequences of a major personal crisis and considers what he wants from his life and relationships.

The episode is notable for its unusual structure and for bringing together memories and appearances connected with House’s past. Its title echoes the show’s recurring focus on mortality while also functioning as a thematic statement about the limits shared by patients, doctors, and everyone around them.

The finale date is sometimes confused with the date of the preceding episode or with the date of the show’s announcement that it would end. May 21, 2012 refers to the original U.S. broadcast of the concluding episode. The series ended after 177 episodes and did not receive a ninth season.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Oct. 2026

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