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The Best Episodes of Portlandia Season 5

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

The Best Episodes of Portlandia Season 5

Satirical sketch comedy set and filmed in Portland, Oregon that explores the eccentric misfits who embody the foibles of modern culture.

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  1. Background image for The Story of Toni and Candace
    7.9/10(228 votes)

    #1 - The Story of Toni and Candace

    S5:E1

    In 1991, a merger between two corporate book retailers pits young, sexy, shoulder-pad wearing Toni and Candace against one another in fierce competition to oversee the Chick Lit Department.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for The Fiancée
    7.3/10(173 votes)

    #2 - The Fiancée

    S5:E2

    A visit from Lance’s Mom and her new boyfriend puts pressure on Lance and Nina’s relationship.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  3. Background image for Healthcare
    7.6/10(159 votes)

    #3 - Healthcare

    S5:E3

    A series of health ailments create a desperate search for medical solutions.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for SeaWorld
    7.9/10(182 votes)

    #4 - SeaWorld

    S5:E4

    The Ecoterroists travel to San Diego to take down their next target: Seaworld.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  5. Background image for 4th of July
    7.8/10(157 votes)

    #5 - 4th of July

    S5:E5

    Kath and Dave attempt the ultimate Independence Day BBQ. The Mayor and Sam search the deep web for truly spectacular fireworks.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  6. Background image for Fashion
    7.7/10(166 votes)

    #6 - Fashion

    S5:E6

    Portland’s Dollar Store recruits Quinn as the face for their rebranding campaign. Spyke faces trial for making unlicensed Bart Simpson merchandise.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  8. Background image for Doug Becomes a Feminist
    8.0/10(156 votes)

    #7 - Doug Becomes a Feminist

    S5:E7

    Doug discovers that he is a male feminist. Sandra takes a rideshare for the first time.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  9. Background image for House for Sale
    7.9/10(137 votes)

    #8 - House for Sale

    S5:E8

    Fred and Carrie's landlord moves into their house; Kath and Dave decide to buy a new home for their next renovation project.

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    Director:Steve Buscemi
    Writer:Unknown
  10. Background image for You Can Call Me Al
    7.6/10(124 votes)

    #9 - You Can Call Me Al

    S5:E9

    Kath and Dave get a little frantic when they need to rehearse for a karaoke party.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  11. Background image for Dead Pets
    7.8/10(135 votes)

    #10 - Dead Pets

    S5:E10

    Police begin profiling weirdos after arsonists burn down a taxidermy shop.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Season 5 Ratings Summary

"The Story of Toni and Candace" is the best rated episode of "Portlandia" season 5. It scored 7.9/10 based on 228 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/8/2015. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "The Fiancée".