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The Best Episodes of Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5

Every episode of Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5!

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Follow crew members living and working aboard a 150’ mega-yacht as it undertakes a charter season in the Mediterranean. Providing unparalleled service to wealthy and uncompromising guests is made even more difficult as the team

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 1 - I Like Big Boats and I Cannot Lie
    6.7/10(64 votes)

    #1 - I Like Big Boats and I Cannot Lie

    S5:E1

    Malia returns as Capt. Sandy's first female bosun, a role she hopes to grow into while commanding respect from her all-male deck team. Brazilian chef Kiko tries to make a good first impression. Hannah is challenged by an experienced Second Stew.

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  2. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 2 - Can't Touch This
    7.1/10(57 votes)

    #2 - Can't Touch This

    S5:E2

    Hannah struggles to get her Second Stew in line, and tensions reach a boiling point when Lara refuses to take direction from Hannah. In the galley, Kiko finds himself up against guests that are less than satisfied. Malia deals with a green deck crew and is forced to draw the line with Pete.

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  3. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 3 - The Italian's Job
    6.9/10(53 votes)

    #3 - The Italian's Job

    S5:E3

    Romance is in bloom on the crew’s first night out of the season, as Pete makes his move while Rob and Jess find themselves connecting on a deeper level. The second charter kicks off when guests with ties to the music industry arrive, but unforeseen circumstances immediately put the Wellington crew behind the eight ball. Meanwhile, Pete’s attitude forces Malia into a difficult confrontation, and tensions between Hannah and Lara take a surprising new turn.

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  4. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 4 - Ace of Stew Face
    6.6/10(51 votes)

    #4 - Ace of Stew Face

    S5:E4

    With bad weather rolling in and down her Second Stew, Hannah scrambles to manage the interior with only Jess to rely on. Captain Sandy and Malia draw a hard line with the deck team when they call the guys out for their questionable behavior. Kiko struggles to prepare a picnic lunch for the first off-boat excursion of the season. After surviving the charter, Hannah is rewarded with a Second Stew, but she quickly realizes the newest addition to her team may be more than she bargained for.

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  5. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 5 - Bringing the Thunder
    7.0/10(52 votes)

    #5 - Bringing the Thunder

    S5:E5

    A blast from the past returns amidst a massive thunderstorm that threatens to keep The Wellington docked for their next charter. Rob and Jessica deepen their connection, while Pete’s attitude continues to frustrate Malia. Meanwhile, Kiko is pushed to the limit by a group of new guests whose requests are incredibly demanding.

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  6. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 6 - Oh Snap!
    6.8/10(52 votes)

    #6 - Oh Snap!

    S5:E6

    Kiko faces his biggest challenge yet when demanding charter guests invite friends to join a 6-course dinner. Hannah confronts Bugsy about their past, while Rob and Jess find their budding relationship threatened by a new revelation. Meanwhile, an unexpected injury threatens to upend the rest of the charter season.

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  7. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 7 - No Mushroom for Error
    6.5/10(50 votes)

    #7 - No Mushroom for Error

    S5:E7

    An injured Jess fights to maintain her spot on the boat, while another crew member’s inappropriate behavior finally catches up to him. Meanwhile, high-maintenance charter guests challenge the interior and expose cracks in Hannah and Bugsy’s relationship. And after surviving a 72-plate dinner last charter, Kiko is faced with something equally challenging and he’s once again put to the test.

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  8. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 8 - Rise and Don't Shine
    6.6/10(50 votes)

    #8 - Rise and Don't Shine

    S5:E8

    After struggling through the first day of charter, Kiko fights to regain his footing with a demanding set of charter guests. While Hannah leans on an overworked Bugsy to carry an injured Jess, Captain Sandy becomes concerned about the interior’s performance. Meanwhile, Malia looks to Rob and Alex to step up after she’s forced to make a tough call that changes the exterior’s dynamic. And a surprise complaint forces Captain Sandy to issue an ultimatum.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 9 - Viva, Loss Vegas
    6.7/10(52 votes)

    #9 - Viva, Loss Vegas

    S5:E9

    On a crew night out, Alex reveals his feelings to Bugsy while Hannah struggles to connect with the group. Meanwhile, Captain Sandy comes down on Jess for her performance in the laundry room, and an incident with the water toys forces Malia into an emergency rescue. With his job on the line, Kiko rallies himself for a successful charter, but a Vegas-themed dinner threatens to unravel everything.

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  10. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 10 - Closing Time
    7.0/10(52 votes)

    #10 - Closing Time

    S5:E10

    Captain Sandy and Kiko find themselves at a crossroad after a critical dinner, while Hannah fights to maintain control under the weight of a stressful season. On a guest excursion into Valldemossa, Rob and Jess up the ante in their relationship.

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  11. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 11 - Cabin Fever
    6.1/10(58 votes)

    #11 - Cabin Fever

    S5:E11

    The crew enjoys a day off at an exclusive beach club in Mallorca, but concerns arise when Hannah stays behind to nurse an illness. Romance is in the air when Malia’s boyfriend Tom arrives for a visit, while Alex takes stock of his relationship with Bugsy, and Jess offers Rob a bold invitation. With Kiko off the boat, Captain Sandy struggles to find a suitable replacement.

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  12. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 12 - There's No Place Like Home
    4.6/10(88 votes)

    #12 - There's No Place Like Home

    S5:E12

    With Hannah’s back against the wall, Captain Sandy faces a difficult decision that could change the trajectory of The Wellington. Bugsy grapples with a new challenge, while Malia worries about Tom’s ability to navigate a chaotic first charter.

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  13. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 13 - Welcome Back
    5.6/10(54 votes)

    #13 - Welcome Back

    S5:E13

    Down a stew in the wake of Hannah’s departure, Bugsy fights to keep the interior afloat with a skeptical Jess by her side. Malia struggles to manage a frustrated deck team, while helping Tom navigate his first charter. Finally, the interior team is relieved when a new Second Stew arrives onboard.

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  14. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 14 - Whole New Ballgame
    6.0/10(57 votes)

    #14 - Whole New Ballgame

    S5:E14

    Baseball legend Johnny Damon returns to charter in Ibiza, putting pressure on Tom to rectify the Damons’ poor experience with the food they were served last season. With Aesha onboard, Bugsy ups her expectations for the interior team. Meanwhile, Rob’s personal life begins to interfere with his work, and Jess notices some red flags with his behavior.

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  15. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 15 - Shot Through the Heart, and Ibiza's to Blame
    6.0/10(54 votes)

    #15 - Shot Through the Heart, and Ibiza's to Blame

    S5:E15

    Jess deals with a scary medical condition; Rob draws Malia's ire by continuing to underperform on deck.

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  16. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 16 - Cool as a Cucumber
    6.2/10(52 votes)

    #16 - Cool as a Cucumber

    S5:E16

    After a tumultuous night in Ibiza, Rob and Jess struggle to reconcile; Capt. Sandy scrambles to avoid a catastrophic disaster; the new charter guests arrange a bet with Bugsy; a guest request sends a sleep-deprived Tom over the edge.

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  17. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 17 - Something's Fishy
    6.1/10(53 votes)

    #17 - Something's Fishy

    S5:E17

    A speedo-clad Bugsy prepares a naughty-themed evening for the guests, while managing the fallout of cucumber-gate. Tensions run high between Captain Sandy and Chef Tom, while Jess becomes wary of Aesha. On a crew night out, Alex questions Bugsy about the direction of their relationship, while Rob and Jess spend a romantic night in the guest cabins. And on the morning of the final charter, a big mistake leaves a crew member ready to walk off the boat.

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  18. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 18 - A Real Handful
    6.3/10(55 votes)

    #18 - A Real Handful

    S5:E18

    Tom becomes incensed over a provisioning mishap, while Malia and Bugsy struggle to manage the fallout; Rob and Alex find themselves ogled by the final charter guests of the season; a group photo with Rob and Aesha sends Jess over the edge.

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  19. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 19 - The Bali is in Your Court
    6.0/10(55 votes)

    #19 - The Bali is in Your Court

    S5:E19

    Jess confronts Aesha over the guests’ group photo, while the rest of the boat races to mitigate the impending damage. Tom works to keep a lid on his frustrations, as Malia waits for the other shoe to drop. Meanwhile, Aesha makes a decision about her future and Rob is presented with an alternative to traveling with Jess to Bali.

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  20. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 20 - A Mighty Wind
    6.2/10(51 votes)

    #20 - A Mighty Wind

    S5:E20

    As the last charter comes to an end, Captain Sandy reckons with a chaotic season while the few remaining chips continue to fall. Rob and Jess struggle to reconcile after a disastrous fight, while Aesha comes to grips with the end of her yachting career. Tom looks to clear his final hurdle, as Alex hopes to leave things with Bugsy on a positive note. On their final night out before parting ways, the crew gets an enormous surprise.

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  21. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 21 - Reunion (1)
    5.5/10(34 votes)

    #21 - Reunion (1)

    S5:E21

    The cast gather online for the reunion; Hannah confronts Captain Sandy Yawn about why she doesn't trust her.

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  22. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 22 - Reunion (2)
    5.1/10(36 votes)

    #22 - Reunion (2)

    S5:E22

    Andy rejoins the Valor crew to go deep discussing Ashton and Kate's terrifying fight, the dysfunctional crew dynamic, and Rhylee's frustrations with the deckhands.

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"I Like Big Boats and I Cannot Lie" is the best rated episode of "Below Deck Mediterranean" season 5. It scored 6.7/10 based on 64 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/1/2020. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Can't Touch This".