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The Best Episodes of Below Deck Season 5

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

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The upstairs and downstairs worlds collide when this young and single crew of "yachties" live, love and work together onboard a luxurious mega yacht while tending to the ever-changing needs of their wealthy, demanding charter

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Below Deck Season 5 Episode 1 - The 1 Percenters
    6.9/10(59 votes)

    #1 - The 1 Percenters

    S5:E1

    Captain Lee and his returning crew, Kate and Nico are joined by six new crew members as they embark on a new charter season in St. Martin aboard the luxury yacht Valor. Kate and Nico have their hands full as they are charged with training a few new and inexperienced crew members before the first charter of the season. Meanwhile, Nico is dealing with a personal tragedy which is affecting him more than he's let on.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 2 - It Ain't Easy Being Green
    7.1/10(47 votes)

    #2 - It Ain't Easy Being Green

    S5:E2

    Tension is high as Kate and Nico continue to struggle operating with a crew of newbies; the crew welcomes their first charter guests; Captain Lee finds himself having to get more involved in troubleshooting the problems the crew faces.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 3 - Jesus Saves
    7.0/10(46 votes)

    #3 - Jesus Saves

    S5:E3

    Chris Brown's decision to take a nap lands him in hot water; the new guests prove to be a handful; Kate meets a cute sailor and visits him on his boat; Matt faces his first challenge of the season with sushi dinner and a tequila pairing.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 4 - Kate Goes to Church
    7.2/10(45 votes)

    #4 - Kate Goes to Church

    S5:E4

    During their night off, Jesus and Kate get to know each other; Chris Brown makes a pass at Brianna; Nico marks the 3-month anniversary of the passing of his brother; a group of fun charter guests arrive ready to party.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 5 - Cool Beans
    6.9/10(45 votes)

    #5 - Cool Beans

    S5:E5

    Capt. Lee makes a decision regarding the crew's re-configuration; Matt and Brianna mistakenly go to a nude beach; Jen grows weary with unfair treatment; Kate plans an anniversary surprise that fizzles; criticism sends Matt spiraling into shame.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 6 - 100 Feet From Catastrophe
    7.1/10(46 votes)

    #6 - 100 Feet From Catastrophe

    S5:E6

    Nico is pushed to his breaking point under the leadership of boson EJ; Matt continues to unravel after his date with Brianna, which causes problems for Kate; Capt. Lee makes a staffing decision.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 7 - Blindsided
    7.1/10(45 votes)

    #7 - Blindsided

    S5:E7

    Leigh Anne Tuohy, the inspiration for Sandra Bullock's character in "The Blind Side," and her friends prove to be a challenge for Matt's culinary skills; Jen fails to adhere to the yacht dress code; Matt reconnects with someone from his past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 8 - Under Cover Boss
    7.1/10(43 votes)

    #8 - Under Cover Boss

    S5:E8

    Nico and Brianna grow closer in spite of Nico's girlfriend back in Chicago; unexpected news sends Matt into an alcohol fueled day off; Kate challenges Jen and Brianna to a stewardess speed test with unexpected consequences.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 9 - Hot Mess Express
    7.4/10(42 votes)

    #9 - Hot Mess Express

    S5:E9

    Capt Lee and the crew have their hands full when eight big personalities from Texas come on board. Matt tries to step up his cooking game, Nico tries to show that he is better bosun material than EJ, and Kate tries to protect Jen from lusting guests.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 10 - King Come-On-I-Wanna-Lay-Ya
    7.5/10(46 votes)

    #10 - King Come-On-I-Wanna-Lay-Ya

    S5:E10

    An accident puts Nico in jeopardy; Kate tries to entertain land-locked guests; Brianna grows weary of Jen; Matt is back in hot water with another restaurant owner; Bruno tries to show Kate up with his knowledge of guest relations.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 11 - Only Doing It for the Money
    7.0/10(40 votes)

    #11 - Only Doing It for the Money

    S5:E11

    Capt. Lee invites a special guest to come aboard; the crew is surprised by a familiar face; an all-female charter proves to be a handful for Kate and Capt. Lee; as Matt continues to struggle, Capt. Lee takes action to prevent further embarrassment.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 12 - 55 and Lovin' It
    7.6/10(40 votes)

    #12 - 55 and Lovin' It

    S5:E12

    Capt. Lee tests Matt as he removes Bruno from the galley and joins the women for dinner; Jen and Kate's working relationship deteriorates; Kyle and Jen grow closer, but Kyle has ulterior motives; Jen reaches her breaking point.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 13 - The One Where Jen Loses Her Mind
    7.1/10(40 votes)

    #13 - The One Where Jen Loses Her Mind

    S5:E13

    Timothy Sykes comes back and cannot function without his Wi-Fi, which causes pressure for Kate and Captain Lee. Jen is closely followed after upsetting the entire crew. Nico must make a tough choice about his relationship.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 14 - The Champagne Campaign
    7.2/10(44 votes)

    #14 - The Champagne Campaign

    S5:E14

    Tensions within the crew run high on the final night of the charter season; Timothy Sykes micromanages the crew; Jen tries to be on her best behavior; Nico summons the courage to end things with Brianna; Jen attempts to mend things with Kate.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Below Deck Season 5 Episode 15 - Reunion
    6.3/10(31 votes)

    #15 - Reunion

    S5:E15

    Andy Cohen interviews the Valor crew members about the most outrageous and controversial moments of the season, answering viewers' most burning questions.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"The 1 Percenters" is the best rated episode of "Below Deck" season 5. It scored 6.9/10 based on 59 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/5/2017. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "It Ain't Easy Being Green".