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The Best Episodes of Orange Is the New Black Season 5

Every episode of Orange Is the New Black Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Orange Is the New Black Season 5!

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A crime she committed in her youthful past sends Piper Chapman to a women's prison, where she trades her comfortable New York life for one of unexpected camaraderie and conflict in an eccentric group of

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Orange Is the New Black Season 5 Episode 1 - Riot FOMO
    8.1/10(2014 votes)

    #1 - Riot FOMO

    S5:E1

    As the standoff at the prison spirals into a full-blown riot, enterprising inmates take advantage of the confusion. Taystee confronts Caputo.

    Director:Andrew McCarthy
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Orange Is the New Black Season 5 Episode 2 - F*ck, Marry, Frieda
    7.9/10(1798 votes)

    #2 - F*ck, Marry, Frieda

    S5:E2

    Maria convenes a special assembly in the chapel as the inmates plot their next move. Frieda makes use of the survival skills she learned as a kid.

    Director:Constantine Makris
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Orange Is the New Black Season 5 Episode 3 - Pissters!
    7.6/10(1724 votes)

    #3 - Pissters!

    S5:E3

    Linda begins to see the prison in a new light, while Judy grows desperate to escape. With darkness falling, the inmates compile a list of demands.

    Director:Phil Abraham
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Orange Is the New Black Season 5 Episode 4 - Litchfield's Got Talent
    7.6/10(1834 votes)

    #4 - Litchfield's Got Talent

    S5:E4

    Red and Blanca dig for dirt on Piscatella. Suzanne conducts a séance. The guards show off their talents for "Litchfield Idol" judges Leanne and Angie.

    Director:Nick Sandow
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Orange Is the New Black Season 5 Episode 5 - Sing It, White Effie
    8.0/10(1751 votes)

    #5 - Sing It, White Effie

    S5:E5

    When the inmates' antics make the morning news, Flaca and Maritza soak up the spotlight. Brandy and her crew auction off Judy to the highest bidder.

    Director:Phil Abraham
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Orange Is the New Black Season 5 Episode 6 - Flaming Hot Cheetos, Literally
    7.7/10(1642 votes)

    #6 - Flaming Hot Cheetos, Literally

    S5:E6

    Boo defends Doggett, Janae consoles Soso, and Lorna comes on to Nicky. While Alex lays low in the yard, Piper decides to take a stand.

    Director:Andrew McCarthy
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Orange Is the New Black Season 5 Episode 7 - Full Bush, Half Snickers
    7.6/10(1655 votes)

    #7 - Full Bush, Half Snickers

    S5:E7

    Black Cindy concocts a scheme to distract Suzanne when she spirals out of control. Taystee and Piper search for ways to honor Poussey's memory.

    Director:Uta Briesewitz
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Orange Is the New Black Season 5 Episode 8 - Tied to the Tracks
    7.9/10(1622 votes)

    #8 - Tied to the Tracks

    S5:E8

    While Taystee sits down with a negotiator, Red and Blanca put their own plan into action. Gloria counsels Daya and asks Caputo for a favor.

    Director:Michael Trim
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Orange Is the New Black Season 5 Episode 9 - The Tightening
    8.1/10(1686 votes)

    #9 - The Tightening

    S5:E9

    Red senses trouble, but the others are convinced she's just paranoid. Taystee and Black Cindy enlist an unlikely ally, and two old friends clash.

    Director:Erin Feeley
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Orange Is the New Black Season 5 Episode 10 - The Reverse Midas Touch
    8.4/10(1773 votes)

    #10 - The Reverse Midas Touch

    S5:E10

    Taystee tries to keep the negotiations on track. Angie comes up with an idea for fixing Leanne's finger. Piscatella's past is revealed.

    Director:Laura Prepon
    Writers:Lauren Schuker Blum, Rebecca Angelo

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  11. Orange Is the New Black Season 5 Episode 11 - Breaking the Fiberboard Ceiling
    7.7/10(1600 votes)

    #11 - Breaking the Fiberboard Ceiling

    S5:E11

    Red and the others weigh their options. Gloria wrestles with her conscience as she moves forward with a plan. Lorna takes over the pharmacy.

    Director:Wendey Stanzler
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Orange Is the New Black Season 5 Episode 12 - Tattoo You
    8.0/10(1680 votes)

    #12 - Tattoo You

    S5:E12

    Boo dabbles in blackmail, Nicky promises to help Lorna, Doggett makes a discovery, and Piper comes to a realization about Alex.

    Director:Mark A. Burley
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Orange Is the New Black Season 5 Episode 13 - Storm-y Weather
    8.9/10(2444 votes)

    #13 - Storm-y Weather

    S5:E13

    As chaos descends on Litchfield three days into the riot, the inmates wonder what the future holds and seek solace in loved ones.

    Director:Jesse Peretz
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Riot FOMO" is the best rated episode of "Orange Is the New Black" season 5. It scored 8.1/10 based on 2014 votes. Directed by Andrew McCarthy and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/9/2017. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "F*ck, Marry, Frieda".