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The Best Episodes of Eureka Season 5

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

The sleepy Pacific Northwest town of Eureka is hiding a mysterious secret. The government has been relocating the world's geniuses and their families to this rustic town for years where innovation and chaos have lived hand in hand. U.S. Marshal Jack Carter stumbles upon this odd town after wrecking his car and becoming stranded there. When the denizens of the town unleash an unknown scientific creation, Carter jumps in to try to restore order and consequently learns of one of the country's best kept secrets.

Genres:Sci-Fi & FantasyComedyDrama
Network:Syfy

Season 5 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Eureka" season 5 is "Lost", rated 8.4/10 from 586 user votes. It was directed by Matthew Hastings and written by Jaime Paglia. "Lost" aired on 4/16/2012 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "The Real Thing".

  • Lost
    8.4/10 586 votes

    #1 - Lost

    Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 4/16/2012

    The Astraeus crew returns to Eureka four years later and must adapt to a myriad of changes, including a more oppressive version of Deputy Andy.

    Director: Matthew Hastings

    Writer: Jaime Paglia

  • The Real Thing
    8.2/10 459 votes

    #2 - The Real Thing

    Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 4/23/2012

    The town huddles in a last attempt to locate the vanished Astraeus before it's too late!

    Director: Michael Robison

    Writer: Bruce Miller

  • Force Quit
    8.4/10 437 votes

    #3 - Force Quit

    Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 4/30/2012

    Beverly Barlowe resurfaces in Eureka seeking Carter's help to free the Astraeus crew, and the rescue plan lands Carter in the crew's virtual world.

    Director: Mike Rohl

    Writer: Ron Milbauer, Terri Hughes

  • Friendly Fire
    7.5/10 416 votes

    #4 - Friendly Fire

    Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 5/7/2012

    When a smart fire experiment gets out of control, Carter and team discover that the Astraeus victims may be the cause.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Jack of All Trades
    8.5/10 495 votes

    #5 - Jack of All Trades

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 5/14/2012

    The crew moves forward after an ordeal and Warren's visit adds to the pressure.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Worst Case Scenario
    7.7/10 394 votes

    #6 - Worst Case Scenario

    Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 5/21/2012

    Henry conducts a preparedness drill that winds up a disaster and Fargo faces a hard reality.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Jill E. Blotevogel

  • Ex Machina
    7.8/10 397 votes

    #7 - Ex Machina

    Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 6/4/2012

    Fargo is convinced that Holly is still inside of the Matrix computer, but the DOD is determined to wipe its hard drive clean -- losing Dr. Marten forever.

    Director: Michael Robison

    Writer: N/A

  • In Too Deep
    7.8/10 399 votes

    #8 - In Too Deep

    Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 6/11/2012

    Carter's romantic surprise for Allison turns deadly when they're trapped in a sinking marine lab with time and oxygen quickly running out.

    Director: Colin Ferguson

    Writer: N/A

  • Smarter Carter
    7.8/10 413 votes

    #9 - Smarter Carter

    Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 6/18/2012

    When Allison's genius older brother comes to meet her new husband, Carter feels the pressure of not being smart enough to measure up.

    Director: Alexandra La Roche

    Writer: Paula Yoo

  • The Honeymooners
    7.5/10 375 votes

    #10 - The Honeymooners

    Season 5 Episode 10 - Aired 6/25/2012

    Jack and Allison's perfect honeymoon is interrupted when sabotage is discovered in Eureka. Elsewhere, Holly faces another hurdle to remain intact.

    Director: Joe Morton

    Writer: Eric Tuchman, John Herrera

  • Mirror, Mirror
    7.9/10 387 votes

    #11 - Mirror, Mirror

    Season 5 Episode 11 - Aired 7/2/2012

    Eureka is cut off from the world by a malfunctioning experiment that threatens to eradicate the town's populace.

    Director: Mike Rohl

    Writer: Bruce Miller

  • Double Take
    8.1/10 395 votes

    #12 - Double Take

    Season 5 Episode 12 - Aired 7/9/2012

    The people of Eureka are being kidnapped and replaced by body-doubles one by one unless Allison, Fargo and Zane can figure out how to avoid capture and save their town.

    Director: Matthew Hastings

    Writer: John Herrera, Margaret Dunlap

  • Just Another Day...
    8.8/10 627 votes

    #13 - Just Another Day...

    Season 5 Episode 13 - Aired 7/16/2012

    Wormholes randomly materialize around Eureka as the Department of Defense is set to shut the town.

    Director: Matthew Hastings

    Writer: Bruce Miller, Jaime Paglia