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The Best Episodes of Dynasty Season 5

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Dynasty Season 5 Episode 22 - Catch 22
    8.5/10(256 votes)

    S5:E22

    A new majordomo begins working at the Manor and piques the interest of the Carringtons. Blake and Alexis go on a search and rescue mission. Jeff is put in a precarious position. Fallon is challenged by the FSN board. Sam does not accept Culhane’s business choices and tries to sabotage Culhane’s plan. Amanda is presented an amazing opportunity which leaves Kirby questioning the future. Adam can’t seem to scheme his way out of his new mess.

    Director:Pascal Verschooris
    Writers:Josh Reims, Garrett Oakley

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  2. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 21 - More Power to Her
    7.9/10(150 votes)

    S5:E21

    Tension remains between Blake and Cristal as they disagree on business matters. Alexis prepares for Fallon and Liam’s baby shower and of course goes over the top! Dominique realizes something of great importance to Jeff is missing, which causes Jeff to question his recent decisions. Adam makes matters worse for his family situation. Kirby goes to extreme measures to hopefully appease Amanda, and may have found a new majordomo for the Manor in the process.

    Director:Michael A. Allowitz
    Writer:Libby Wells

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  3. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 2 - That Holiday Spirit
    7.8/10(307 votes)

    S5:E2

    Carrington Manor is decorated to the hilt as only the Carringtons can but all is not well at the Manor.

    Director:Kenny Leon
    Writer:Aubrey Villalobos Karr

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  4. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 12 - There's No Need to Panic
    7.8/10(170 votes)

    S5:E12

    Blake and Cristal find themselves in a new kind of awkward situation with Sonya. A distracted Fallon has an adventurous breakfast with Alexis. Meanwhile, as Liam’s movie wraps, he decides to have a heart-to-heart with Culhane. Lastly, Kirby returns from Milan and Amanda gets Kirby involved with her sibling rivalry with Adam.

    Director:Robin Givens
    Writer:David M. Israel

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  5. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 13 - Do You Always Talk to Turtles
    7.8/10(175 votes)

    S5:E13

    Blake and Cristal work on the opening of PPA but not all goes as planned. Fallon goes to extreme measures to further her company. Adam needs Liam's help in his next business venture and when Liam doesn't pull through, Sam reveals a damaging secret. Sam is worried about Culhane and comes up with a plan and needs Kirby's help to execute it. Dominique voices her concern about Jeff's new mission but he's not backing down.

    Director:Andi Behring
    Writers:Chava Friedberg, Malcolm Boomer

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  6. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 1 - Let's Start Over Again
    7.7/10(333 votes)

    S5:E1

    Fallout from Blake's gala finally begins to settle and Blake and Cristal work on the next phase of his campaign. In his hour of need, Liam turns to Sam and Kirby.

    Director:Michael A. Allowitz
    Writer:Christopher Fife

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  7. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 14 - Vicious Vendetta
    7.7/10(175 votes)

    S5:E14

    It's Alexis' wedding day and as she attempts to make sure everything runs smoothly, everyone else in the family seems to have their own agenda. Blake receives a package that raises some questions, so Cristal and Sam set out to do some detective work to get to the bottom of it. Fallon and Liam make a life-changing decision. Dominique resorts to drastic measures to further Dom-Mystique and then asks Culhane for a huge favor. Kirby becomes suspicious of Amanda, thanks to Adam.

    Director:Pascal Verschooris
    Writers:Josh Reims, Christopher Fife

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  8. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 17 - There's No One Around to Watch You Drown
    7.7/10(163 votes)

    S5:E17

    Blake and Ben face off in court. Cristal sees a different side of Blake and Alexis makes a choice. Fallon's former nanny, Heather, makes a surprise visit. Meanwhile, Dominique finds herself in a very exciting position and Liam does a favor for an old friend. Lastly, Kirby returns from her modeling job and found secrets aren't always kept safe.

    Director:Grant Show
    Writer:Liz Sczudlo

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  9. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 19 - But a Drug Scandal?
    7.6/10(162 votes)

    S5:E19

    As Liam struggles with his conscience, he receives a not so inspiring sentiment from his mother. Fallon organizes a fundraiser to help save her horse charity and Liam, Culhane and Sam are all corralled to help, but Jeff is not convinced to join. Adam goes to Blake for help. Dex decides to deal with something on his own, which does not go well with Alexis. Dominique is assigned a bodyguard by FSN and he takes his job very seriously, much to Dom's chagrin.

    Director:Elizabeth Gillies
    Writer:Aubrey Villalobos Karr

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  10. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 9 - A Friendly Kiss Between Friends
    7.5/10(235 votes)

    S5:E9

    As Blake and Cristal attend a Yale reunion, Blake runs into an old friend, Sonya, who has more than just the reunion on her mind. Alexis' launch of her "miracle cream" faces a set back and Sam offers his assistance and Adam scrambles to get what Alexis wants. Amanda grows more suspicious of Charlie and turns to Culhane for help, much to his chagrin. Meanwhile, Jeff wants to get to the truth of recent events and Fallon is dealt some disappointing news.

    Director:SJ Main Muñoz
    Writer:Garrett Oakley

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  11. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 11 - I'll Settle for a Prayer
    7.5/10(180 votes)

    S5:E11

    Blake grows closer to Amanda, much to the chagrin of Alexis. Jeff teams up with someone who leaves a lot to be desired and trusted. Sam tries to cope as Fallon seems oblivious to his pain and then sets out to make things right. Meanwhile, Culhane jumps to a conclusion that is hurtful to Dominique.

    Director:Brandi Bradburn
    Writer:India Sage Wilson

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  12. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 16 - My Family, My Blood
    7.5/10(154 votes)

    S5:E16

    Fallon and Blake come up with a plan to beat Ben and Cristal strongly advises against it. Dominique works hard to keep herself out of the family drama, no matter how much Ben tries to drag her in. Meanwhile, Adam continues to push Alexis to let him on her FSN show to promote his newest medical find. Sam tries to set up Culhane, and he wants no part of it. Alexis seems to have a major change of heart.

    Director:Robbie Countryman
    Writer:Elaine Loh

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  13. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 3 - How Did The Board Meeting Go?
    7.4/10(271 votes)

    S5:E3

    Fallon is ready to jump head-first into her former life, much to Liam's worry. Amanda discovers something that could help Alexis' case and recruits Kirby for assistance. Meanwhile, Culhane creates a plan for his future as Kirby and Sam decide to help, much to his chagrin. As Jeff figures out his next steps, Fallon turns to Dominique to help with a work situation. Blake throws the Carrington Gala and not all goes as expected.

    Director:Pascal Verschooris
    Writer:David Israel

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  14. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 5 - A Little Fun Wouldn't Hurt
    7.4/10(258 votes)

    S5:E5

    Fallon and Liam go to work on their new plan. As Sam works on his own work/life balance, a guest at La Mirage gives him something to think about. Culhane works diligently on a new idea for the Sahara Club. Dominique and Jeff don't see eye-to-eye on a business venture and struggle to make things work. Blake wants to do whatever is necessary to make sure his wife is happy.

    Director:Andi Behring
    Writer:Elaine Loh

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  15. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 4 - Go Catch Your Horse
    7.3/10(256 votes)

    S5:E4

    Amanda and Alexis don't see eye-to-eye on Adam and Amanda has reservations about Alexis' latest adventure. Liam finds himself in sticky situation with Culhane. Dominique presents Kirby with an opportunity, but Kirby is fearful. Meanwhile, Fallon jumps head-first into a new project and needs Sam's help. Rita needs to change course as her plan becomes thwarted by an unknowing Blake.

    Director:Star Barry
    Writer:Libby Wells

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  16. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 6 - Devoting All of Her Energy to Hate
    7.3/10(253 votes)

    S5:E6

    Fallon recruits Jeff to help with her next steps. Kirby is ready to rejoin the modeling world but finds it not as easy as she anticipated, so Sam offers to help. Liam and Culhane run into a stumbling block and go to extreme measures to fix the situation. Meanwhile, Blake takes matters into his own hands.

    Director:Brandi Bradburn
    Writer:Liz Sczudlo

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  17. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 8 - The Only Thing That Counts Is Winning
    7.3/10(238 votes)

    S5:E8

    As Fallon gears up for the Peachtree Stakes horse race, she comes up with a plan that she thinks will help her win. Dominique wants Jeff to help promote her new accessory line at the Peachtree Stakes. Blake offers Amanda help and she turns to Cristal for advice. Adam causes problems in Alexis' relationship. Meanwhile, Culhane pursues a new love interest, much to Kirby's dismay. Sam learns of some heartbreaking news.

    Director:Heather Thom
    Writer:Chris Erric Maddox

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  18. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 10 - Mind Your Own Business
    7.3/10(195 votes)

    S5:E10

    As Liam’s movie begins filming, things don’t go exactly as planned and Culhane makes some surprising choices. Sam wants to celebrate some good news and Blake offers to help. Meanwhile, Fallon turns to Alexis and Dominique for business help and of course it doesn’t go smoothly. Jeff seeks out help from a most unexpected source.

    Director:Heather Tom
    Writer:Chris Erric Maddox

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  19. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 7 - A Real Actress Could Do It
    7.2/10(249 votes)

    S5:E7

    Blake calls a family meeting, leaving the family a little confused. As Fallon is feeling positive about her new ventures, Jeff delivers some less than stellar news. Blake is suspicious of Daniel and Sam starts to see things differently. Cristal and Alexis find themselves in a compromising situation.

    Director:Ayoka Chenzira
    Writer:Bryce Schramm

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  20. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 20 - First Kidnapping and Now Theft
    7.2/10(154 votes)

    S5:E20

    As Blake institutes damage control to help Adam, Cristal offers advice which falls flat. Sam finds out about an unexpected presence at La Mirage and he and Culhane enlist Liam to help with the situation. Alexis goes to extreme measures to win over Fallon and Amanda. Kirby implements a new life policy and Jeff is not pleased with the results.

    Director:Pat Santana
    Writer:Chris Erric Maddox

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  21. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 15 - Ben
    7.1/10(169 votes)

    S5:E15

    Chaos erupts for the Carringtons when Blake's brother comes back into the picture. Sam decides to throw an event and enlists the help of Culhane and Kirby.

    Director:Brandon Lott
    Writer:Bryce Schramm

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  22. Dynasty Season 5 Episode 18 - A Writer of Dubious Talent
    6.8/10(166 votes)

    S5:E18

    With Liam's deadline quickly approaching, he turns to his mentor for advice, but Liam's writer's block finally seems to get the better of him. Culhane works side-by-side with Nina to promote Liam's movie, a situation fraught with challenges. Cristal believes she can be of help in a very precarious situation and takes matters into her own hands, without discussing with Blake. Amanda finds herself stuck between a rock and a hard place. Adam asks Fallon for help, which culminates in surprising results.

    Director:Heather Tom
    Writer:Katrina Cabrera Ortega

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Catch 22" is the best rated episode of Dynasty season 5. It scored 8.5/10 from 256 votes. Directed by Pascal Verschooris and written by Josh Reims, Garrett Oakley, it aired on September 16, 2022. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "More Power to Her".