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The Best Episodes of Chuck Season 5

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

When Buy More computer geek Chuck Bartowski unwittingly downloads a database of government information and deadly fighting skills into his head, he becomes the CIA's most vital secret. This sets Chuck on a path to become a full-fledged spy.

Genres:Action & AdventureComedyDrama
Network:NBC

Season 5 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Chuck" season 5 is "Chuck Versus the Zoom", rated 7.8/10 from 1342 user votes. It was directed by Robert Duncan McNeill and written by Nicholas Wootton, Chris Fedak. "Chuck Versus the Zoom" aired on 10/28/2011 and is rated 0.4 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Chuck Versus the Bearded Bandit".

  • Chuck Versus the Zoom
    7.8/10 1,342 votes

    #1 - Chuck Versus the Zoom

    Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 10/28/2011

    Without the Intersect in his head or the support of the CIA, the world of espionage is a much more dangerous place for Chuck Bartowski and his team of freelance spies. To start, Carmichael Industries takes on a slick, rich thief named Jean Claude, and a conniving investor, Roger Bale, who has stolen money from some of the world's most dangerous people. Meanwhile, Morgan helps Chuck with a special surprise for Sarah. Back in the Buy More, Jeff and Lester have taken things to another level with their latest scheme.

    Director: Robert Duncan McNeill

    Writer: Nicholas Wootton, Chris Fedak

  • Chuck Versus the Bearded Bandit
    7.4/10 1,085 votes

    #2 - Chuck Versus the Bearded Bandit

    Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 11/4/2011

    As the team takes on a missing persons case, Chuck and company struggle to establish themselves as Carmichael Industries in the face of a rival security firm led by the tough and efficient Gertrude Verbanski. Meanwhile, Morgan continues to adjust to the Intersect while Chuck adjusts to being his handler. Also, the Buy More finds an unlikely spokesperson to help drum up business.

    Director: Patrick R. Norris

    Writer: Lauren LeFranc, Rafe Judkins

  • Chuck Versus the Frosted Tips
    7.7/10 1,002 votes

    #3 - Chuck Versus the Frosted Tips

    Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 11/11/2011

    As the team is tasked with finding one of the CIAs most wanted, Chuck fears that the Intersect may be going to Morgan's head. Meanwhile Sarah helps Casey navigate his relationship with Gertrude. Elsewhere, Captain Awesome makes a startling revelation about Jeff and Lester.

    Director: Paul Marks

    Writer: Phil Klemmer

  • Chuck Versus the Business Trip
    8.1/10 1,030 votes

    #4 - Chuck Versus the Business Trip

    Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 11/18/2011

    Chuck and Sarah track an assassin who is trying to eliminate the new intersect. Morgan tries to adjust to having the intersect. Jeff exposes a new side of himself.

    Director: Allan Kroeker

    Writer: Kristin Newman

  • Chuck Versus the Hack Off
    8.3/10 1,139 votes

    #5 - Chuck Versus the Hack Off

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 12/9/2011

    Chuck turns to Verbanski for help tracking a computer virus. Lester and Jeff's relationship is complicated by a new Buy More employee.

    Director: Zachary Levi

    Writer: Craig DiGregorio

  • Chuck Versus the Curse
    7.9/10 974 votes

    #6 - Chuck Versus the Curse

    Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 12/16/2011

    Chuck and Sarah must race against time and a ruthless spy Robyn Cunnings, to destroy a dangerous computer virus. Meanwhile, Ellie and Awesome are spending their date night which takes on a dangerous turn and Morgan is sent on a special mission to recover Chuck's P.A.N.T.S.

    Director: Michael Schultz

    Writer: Alex Katsnelson

  • Chuck Versus the Santa Suit
    8.3/10 1,045 votes

    #7 - Chuck Versus the Santa Suit

    Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 12/23/2011

    Chuck and Sarah learn who is trying to destroy Carmichael Industries. Ellie's Christmas plans come undone. A computer virus threatens to ruin Christmas at Buy More.

    Director: Peter Lauer

    Writer: Amanda Kate Shuman

  • Chuck Versus the Baby
    8.2/10 1,131 votes

    #8 - Chuck Versus the Baby

    Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 12/30/2011

    Sarah is forced to confront a secret from her past and feels she must do so alone, while Chuck urges her to let him help. When Sarah encounters her original handler, Kieran Ryker, she fears that he will harm those closest to her, including her mom.

    Director: Matt Barber

    Writer: Lauren LeFranc, Rafe Judkins

  • Chuck Versus the Kept Man
    7.9/10 972 votes

    #9 - Chuck Versus the Kept Man

    Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 1/6/2012

    While Chuck and Sarah contemplate the next step for Carmichael Industries, Casey’s forbidden love, Gertrude Verbanski, walks back into his life with a questionable mission in South Beach. Meanwhile, Jeff’s enhanced intelligence leads he and Lester to suspect that something unusual may be happening at the Buy More.

    Director: Fred Toye

    Writer: Craig DiGregorio, Phil Klemmer

  • Chuck Versus Bo
    8.3/10 1,031 votes

    #10 - Chuck Versus Bo

    Season 5 Episode 10 - Aired 1/13/2012

    As Chuck and Sarah try to realize a new, safer future, Morgan’s past as the Intersect sends them to Vail on one last mission, where they enlist the help of an unlikely source — the legendary Bo Derek. Elsewhere, Jeff and Lester continue their own spy mission.

    Director: Jeremiah S. Chechik

    Writer: Kristin Newman

  • Chuck Versus the Bullet Train
    8.2/10 1,131 votes

    #11 - Chuck Versus the Bullet Train

    Season 5 Episode 11 - Aired 1/20/2012

    When a mission in Japan becomes a hostage situation, Sarah and Chuck must face the merciless Nicholas Quinn aboard a speeding Japanese bullet train. Meanwhile, the mission leaves Casey with an impossible decision.

    Director: Buzz Feitshans IV

    Writer: Nicholas Wootton

  • Chuck Versus Sarah
    8.8/10 1,485 votes

    #12 - Chuck Versus Sarah

    Season 5 Episode 12 - Aired 1/27/2012

    After a harrowing mission, Sarah returns to Chuck with a huge secret. Meanwhile, Ellie and Awesome are presented with a new opportunity that could change their lives.

    Director: Jay Chandrasekhar

    Writer: Lauren LeFranc

  • Chuck Versus the Goodbye
    9.1/10 2,481 votes

    #13 - Chuck Versus the Goodbye

    Season 5 Episode 13 - Aired 1/27/2012

    Chuck enlists his family, friend and some unexpected allies as he races to stop Nicholas Quinn from destroying everything Chuck has built over the past five years.

    Director: Robert Duncan McNeill

    Writer: Chris Fedak