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The Best Episodes of Game of Thrones Season 5

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

The Best Episodes of Game of Thrones Season 5

Seven noble families fight for control of the mythical land of Westeros. Friction between the houses leads to full-scale war. All while a very ancient...

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  1. Background image for The Wars to Come
    8.3/10(37.4k votes)

    #1 - The Wars to Come

    S5:E1

    Cersei and Jaime adjust to a world without Tywin. Varys reveals a conspiracy to Tyrion. Dany faces a new threat to her rule. Jon is caught between two kings.

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  2. Background image for The House of Black and White
    8.3/10(34.2k votes)

    #2 - The House of Black and White

    S5:E2

    Arya arrives in Braavos. Podrick and Brienne run into trouble on the road. Cersei fears for her daughter's safety in Dorne as Ellaria Sand seeks revenge for Oberyn's death. Stannis tempts Jon. An adviser tempts Daenerys.

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  3. Background image for High Sparrow
    8.3/10(33.2k votes)

    #3 - High Sparrow

    S5:E3

    In Braavos, Arya sees the Many-Faced God. In King's Landing, Queen Margaery enjoys her new husband. Tyrion and Varys walk the Long Bridge of Volantis.

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  4. Background image for Sons of the Harpy
    8.5/10(34.0k votes)

    #4 - Sons of the Harpy

    S5:E4

    The Faith Militant grow increasingly aggressive. Jaime and Bronn head south. Ellaria and the Sand Snakes vow vengeance.

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    Director:Mark Mylod
    Writer:Dave Hill
  5. Background image for Kill the Boy
    8.5/10(34.1k votes)

    #5 - Kill the Boy

    S5:E5

    Dany makes a difficult decision in Meereen. Jon recruits the help of an unexpected ally. Brienne searches for Sansa. Theon remains under Ramsay's control.

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  6. Background image for Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken
    7.9/10(38.2k votes)

    #6 - Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken

    S5:E6

    Arya trains. Jorah and Tyrion run into slavers. Trystane and Myrcella make plans. Jaime and Bronn reach their destination. The Sand Snakes attack.

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  8. Background image for The Gift
    8.8/10(36.5k votes)

    #7 - The Gift

    S5:E7

    Jon prepares for conflict. Sansa tries to talk to Theon. Brienne waits for a sign. Stannis remains stubborn. Jaime attempts to reconnect with family.

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  9. Background image for Hardhome
    9.8/10(116.1k votes)

    #8 - Hardhome

    S5:E8

    Arya makes progress in her training. Sansa confronts an old friend. Cersei struggles. Jon travels.

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  10. Background image for The Dance of Dragons
    9.4/10(52.9k votes)

    #9 - The Dance of Dragons

    S5:E9

    Stannis confronts a troubling decision. Jon returns to The Wall. Mace visits the Iron Bank. Arya encounters someone from her past. Dany reluctantly oversees a traditional celebration of athleticism.

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  11. Background image for Mother's Mercy
    9.1/10(51.7k votes)

    #10 - Mother's Mercy

    S5:E10

    Stannis marches. Dany is surrounded by strangers. Cersei seeks forgiveness. Jon is challenged.

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"The Wars to Come" is the best rated episode of "Game of Thrones" season 5. It scored 8.3/10 based on 37397 votes. Directed by Michael Slovis and written by David Benioff, D. B. Weiss, it aired on 4/12/2015. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "The House of Black and White".