The Best Episodes of Better Call Saul Season 5
Every episode of Better Call Saul Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Better Call Saul Season 5!
Six years before Saul Goodman meets Walter White. We meet him when the man who will become Saul Goodman is known as Jimmy McGill, a small-time lawyer searching for his destiny, and, more immediately, hustling to make ends meet. Working alongside, and, often, against Jimmy, is “fixer” Mike Ehrmantraut. The series tracks Jimmy’s transformation into Saul Goodman, the man who puts “criminal” in “criminal lawyer".
Season 5 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "Better Call Saul" season 5 is "Magic Man", rated 8.7/10 from 14962 user votes. It was directed by Bronwen Hughes and written by Peter Gould. "Magic Man" aired on 2/23/2020 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "50% Off".
8.7/10 14,962 votes#1 - Magic Man
Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 2/23/2020
Now doing business as Saul Goodman, Jimmy unveils an unorthodox strategy for client development that tests Kim's tolerance of his new legal persona. Lalo searches for the mysterious Michael, only to discover a problem within his own operation.
Director: Bronwen Hughes
Writer: Peter Gould
8.7/10 14,247 votes#2 - 50% Off
Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 2/24/2020
Jimmy's promotional stunt has unintended consequences. Nacho takes extreme measures to earn Lalo's trust. Saul is a success at the courthouse but still has yet to win Kim over. Simmering with rage and self-loathing, Mike loses his temper.
Director: Norberto Barba
Writer: Alison Tatlock
9.0/10 15,062 votes#3 - The Guy for This
Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 3/2/2020
Jimmy's business enters uncharted territory. Kim's confidence is tested when she's faced with a legal problem only she can solve. Nacho navigates increased pressure from Gus. Mike continues to spiral.
Director: Michael Morris
Writer: Ann Cherkis
8.5/10 13,479 votes#4 - Namaste
Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 3/9/2020
As Jimmy doubles down on Saul Goodman, a deeply conflicted Kim brings him an interesting proposition, Gus makes a sacrifice in order to play the long game, and Mike attempts to smooth things over with his family.
Director: Gordon Smith
Writer: Gordon Smith
8.5/10 13,672 votes#5 - Dedicado a Max
Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 3/16/2020
Mike takes an impromptu trip out of town. As she and Jimmy grow closer over their campaign to help a client, Kim makes a surprising call.
Director: Jim McKay
Writer: Marion Dayre
9.3/10 17,140 votes#6 - Wexler v. Goodman
Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 3/23/2020
Kim tries to pump the brakes on Jimmy's latest scheme, but it may be too late to stop Saul. Mike turns the heat up on Lalo. Nacho attempts to enlist support from above.
Director: Michael Morris
Writer: Thomas Schnauz
9.0/10 15,754 votes#7 - JMM
Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 3/30/2020
Jimmy and Kim build a legal firewall with help from Huell. Kim sets things straight with her clients as Jimmy is compromised by his. Gus, at war on all fronts, calms troubled waters in service of his plot to build an empire. Mike does damage control.
Director: Melissa Bernstein
Writer: Alison Tatlock
9.7/10 28,395 votes#8 - Bagman
Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 4/6/2020
When a simple errand for a client goes sideways, Jimmy is pushed to the limit. Mike takes measures to contain the wrath of the cartel. Lalo gets an unexpected visitor.
Director: Vince Gilligan
Writer: Gordon Smith
9.7/10 27,767 votes#9 - Bad Choice Road
Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 4/13/2020
In the wake of Jimmy's traumatic misadventure, Kim takes stock of what is important. Jimmy attempts to return to business as usual, but it's more difficult than anticipated. Gus and Mike set a plan in motion.
Director: Thomas Schnauz
Writer: Thomas Schnauz
9.4/10 20,405 votes#10 - Something Unforgivable
Season 5 Episode 10 - Aired 4/20/2020
Jimmy and Kim make a sideways move that takes a serious turn. Nacho gets closer to the cartel than he'd like. Season Finale.
Director: Peter Gould
Writer: Ariel Levine, Peter Gould