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The Best Episodes of Mom Season 5

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

Aan irreverent and outrageous take on true family love‐and dysfunction. Newly sober single mom Christy struggles to raise two children in a world full of...
Genres:ComedyDrama
Network:CBS

Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Twinkle Lights and Grandma Shoes" is the best rated episode of "Mom" season 5. It scored 7.7/10 based on 421 votes. Directed by James Widdoes and written by N/A, it aired on 11/2/2017. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Fish Town and Too Many Thank You's".

  • Twinkle Lights and Grandma Shoes
    7.7/10421 votes

    #1 - Twinkle Lights and Grandma Shoes

    Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 11/2/2017

    Bonnie gets cold feet when considering her future with Adam; Christy risks failing a test to help a fellow alcoholic.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Fish Town and Too Many Thank You's
    7.7/10381 votes

    #2 - Fish Town and Too Many Thank You's

    Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 11/9/2017

    Bonnie is suspicious when her brother returns from rehab and befriends Adam; Christy and Bonnie have a brush with the law when they take Ray's fancy car for a joy ride.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • A Seafaring Ancestor and a Bloomin' Onion
    7.6/10390 votes

    #3 - A Seafaring Ancestor and a Bloomin' Onion

    Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 11/16/2017

    Christy discovers she and her younger classmate make a good team, both in and out of the classroom; Bonnie steps up when a newly sober Natasha fears she can't handle motherhood.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Fancy Crackers and Giant Women
    7.7/10374 votes

    #4 - Fancy Crackers and Giant Women

    Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 11/23/2017

    Bonnie suffers withdrawal after giving up cable TV to help Christy; the women rally around Jill after she has a breakdown in her favorite department store.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Poodle Fuzz and a Twinge of Jealousy
    8.1/10384 votes

    #5 - Poodle Fuzz and a Twinge of Jealousy

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 11/30/2017

    An injury temporarily puts Bonnie in a wheelchair; Christy takes over as building manager and makes a surprising discovery.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Smooth Jazz and a Weird Floaty Eye
    7.7/10372 votes

    #6 - Smooth Jazz and a Weird Floaty Eye

    Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 12/7/2017

    Bonnie insists on meeting Adam's estranged brother, Patrick; things get weird when Patrick takes a romantic interest in Christy.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Too Many Hippies and Huevos Rancheros
    7.6/10359 votes

    #7 - Too Many Hippies and Huevos Rancheros

    Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 12/14/2017

    Christy and Bonnie rally around Marjorie when her husband has a stroke

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • An Epi-pen and a Security Cat
    7.8/10360 votes

    #8 - An Epi-pen and a Security Cat

    Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 12/21/2017

    After their home is robbed at Christmastime, Christy and Bonnie’s hunt for the thief leads them to an unlikely door.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Teenage Vampires and a White Russian
    7.7/10367 votes

    #9 - Teenage Vampires and a White Russian

    Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 1/4/2018

    Bonnie is upset when her brother, Ray is arrested and calls Adam instead of her to bail him out. Also, Christy gets fired from her job at the restaurant.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • A Bear and a Bladder Infection
    7.7/10354 votes

    #10 - A Bear and a Bladder Infection

    Season 5 Episode 10 - Aired 1/11/2018

    When Christy's long-distance relationship begins to fizzle, she seeks the company of a former fling. Also, Bonnie tries to give up coffee.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Bert and Ernie and a Blessing of the People
    7.4/10345 votes

    #11 - Bert and Ernie and a Blessing of the People

    Season 5 Episode 11 - Aired 1/18/2018

    After Bonnie and Adam attend a traditional wedding, they discover they're not on the same page about their own wedding. Also, Christy and Patrick have trouble setting the mood for their "first time".

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Push-Down Coffee and a Working Turn Signal
    7.6/10343 votes

    #12 - Push-Down Coffee and a Working Turn Signal

    Season 5 Episode 12 - Aired 2/1/2018

    When Christy's car dies, Bonnie refuses to let Adam loan her money for a new one.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Pudding and a Screen Door
    7.9/10364 votes

    #13 - Pudding and a Screen Door

    Season 5 Episode 13 - Aired 3/1/2018

    Jill returns from her wellness retreat a changed woman, but Bonnie is offended when she refuses to pay for lunch. Also, Christy's plans for the future are thrown off track following disappointing news.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Charlotte Brontë and a Backhoe
    7.6/10370 votes

    #14 - Charlotte Brontë and a Backhoe

    Season 5 Episode 14 - Aired 3/8/2018

    Bonnie locks horns with Jill's "inner strength" coach, Miranda. Also, Christy struggles to bounce back after being rejected from law school.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Esta Loca and a Little Klingon
    7.6/10343 votes

    #15 - Esta Loca and a Little Klingon

    Season 5 Episode 15 - Aired 3/29/2018

    Christy and Bonnie help Jill get sober again, and Christy's boyfriend, Patrick, is less than understanding when it ruins his birthday weekend.

    Director: Lea Thompson

    Writer: N/A

  • Eight Cats and the Hat Show
    7.7/10342 votes

    #16 - Eight Cats and the Hat Show

    Season 5 Episode 16 - Aired 4/5/2018

    Christy is blindsided by a surprising offer from her boyfriend, Patrick. Also, Bonnie struggles to be the stable one in her relationship after Adam experiences a devastating loss.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Crazy Snakes and a Clog to the Head
    7.8/10360 votes

    #17 - Crazy Snakes and a Clog to the Head

    Season 5 Episode 17 - Aired 4/12/2018

    When the ladies bring a meeting to a women’s prison, Bonnie is attacked by an old acquaintance, Tammy, and Christy helps Bonnie make amends.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Spaghetti Sauce and a Dumpster Fire
    7.8/10344 votes

    #18 - Spaghetti Sauce and a Dumpster Fire

    Season 5 Episode 18 - Aired 4/19/2018

    Christy considers getting a new sponsor, Nora, after witnessing Marjorie have a major meltdown in a grocery store, and Bonnie tries her hand at being a supportive friend.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • A Taco Bowl and a Tubby Seamstress
    7.7/10344 votes

    #19 - A Taco Bowl and a Tubby Seamstress

    Season 5 Episode 19 - Aired 4/26/2018

    Christy is concerned that she and Bonnie might lose their apartment when Bonnie locks horns with the tough new building owner, Rita.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Ocular Fluid and Fighting Robots
    7.6/10324 votes

    #20 - Ocular Fluid and Fighting Robots

    Season 5 Episode 20 - Aired 5/3/2018

    Christy's sponsor challenges her to be nice to Bonnie at all costs, and Bonnie is convinced that Adam has stopped making an effort.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Phone Confetti and a Wee Dingle
    7.8/10338 votes

    #21 - Phone Confetti and a Wee Dingle

    Season 5 Episode 21 - Aired 5/10/2018

    Christy and Bonnie's relaxing trip to a spa takes a turn when Bonnie lands in jail.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A

  • Diamond Earrings and a Pumpkin Head
    7.9/10339 votes

    #22 - Diamond Earrings and a Pumpkin Head

    Season 5 Episode 22 - Aired 5/10/2018

    When Christy falls back into old habits, Bonnie worries about her well-being.

    Director: James Widdoes

    Writer: N/A