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The Best Episodes of Peaky Blinders Season 5

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

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A gangster family epic set in 1919 Birmingham, England and centered on a gang who sew razor blades in the peaks of their caps, and their fierce boss Tommy Shelby, who means to move up

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 1 - Black Tuesday
    7.7/10(71 votes)

    #1 - Black Tuesday

    S5:E1

    1929 – While his family deals with the repercussions of the Wall Street Crash, Tommy Shelby MP faces new dangers from unexpected quarters.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  2. Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 2 - Black Cats
    8.3/10(61 votes)

    #2 - Black Cats

    S5:E2

    The Peaky Blinders come under fire when Tommy finds danger on his doorstep and a friend is brutally attacked. Could there be a traitor in the Shelby family’s midst?

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  3. Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 3 - Strategy
    7.9/10(59 votes)

    #3 - Strategy

    S5:E3

    As the charismatic Mosley shows his hand, Tommy prepares to make a treacherous new alliance.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  4. Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 4 - The Loop
    8.2/10(54 votes)

    #4 - The Loop

    S5:E4

    Tommy agrees to dangerous new partnerships when a golden opportunity presents itself, and a Shelby party promises fireworks.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  5. Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 5 - The Shock
    7.9/10(50 votes)

    #5 - The Shock

    S5:E5

    As Tommy reveals his intentions for Mosley, someone close to the Shelbys is targeted.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  6. Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 6 - Mr. Jones
    8.1/10(52 votes)

    #6 - Mr. Jones

    S5:E6

    News of Tommy's activities have reached Winston Churchill. At a family meeting, Tommy lays out his plans for Mosley, which will take place at a rally Sir Oswald is leading. Tommy is surprised by another strategy, coming from an unexpected corner. Meanwhile, Tommy has his own secrets to reveal.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Steven Knight

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Black Tuesday" is the best rated episode of "Peaky Blinders" season 5. It scored 7.7/10 based on 71 votes. Directed by Anthony Byrne and written by Steven Knight, it aired on 8/25/2019. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "Black Cats".