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The Best Episodes of Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5

Every episode of Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5!

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Set in South Jamaica, Queens, in 1991, this prequel to "Power" revolves around the coming of age of Kanan Stark.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Episode 1 - BY BLOOD
    8.2/10(171 votes)

    #1 - BY BLOOD

    S5:E1

    Kanan makes a move that changes the Thomas family forever; Unique tries to regain a foothold in Queens as Breeze's new drug enterprise takes shape.

    Director:Dylan C. Brown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Episode 2 - MANY MEN
    8.1/10(137 votes)

    #2 - MANY MEN

    S5:E2

    Stefano goes into business with Snaps, Pop, Breeze, and Kanan, while Raq forms her own alliances; Marvin hunts for Unique, who's quickly losing his grasp on South Jamaica.

    Director:Joy T. Lane
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Episode 3 - TRICKS
    8.1/10(118 votes)

    #3 - TRICKS

    S5:E3

    Raq and Marvin launch their new operation as Kanan and Breeze's business grows stronger; Jukebox takes a big risk to protect the family.

    Director:Joseph Sikora
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Episode 4 - PAWNS & ROOKS
    8.7/10(129 votes)

    #4 - PAWNS & ROOKS

    S5:E4

    Raq's war with Kanan, Breeze and Stefano grows increasingly violent; Kanan's deception of Tiana escalates; Jukebox's misstep leaves her under threat.

    Director:Pete Chatmon
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Episode 5 - SCHOOL OF WAR
    9.0/10(159 votes)

    #5 - SCHOOL OF WAR

    S5:E5

    Raq and Marvin navigate a precarious situation; Kanan and Breeze deepen their partnership; Jukebox hatches a plan.

    Director:Mario Van Peebles
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Episode 6 - DARK MATTER
    8.4/10(108 votes)

    #6 - DARK MATTER

    S5:E6

    Kanan and Tiana's relationship takes a turn; Garcia makes a bold move to get Juke her answers.

    Director:Eif Rivera
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Episode 7 - PENULTIMATE MEANS SECOND TO LAST
    9.1/10(138 votes)

    #7 - PENULTIMATE MEANS SECOND TO LAST

    S5:E7

    Facing pressure from all sides, Raq struggles to maintain control as alliances crumble, and Kanan's growing ruthlessness threatens his relationships.

    Director:Lionel Coleman
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Episode 8 - UNCONDITIONAL LOVE
    8.8/10(155 votes)

    #8 - UNCONDITIONAL LOVE

    S5:E8

    Everything has led up to this.

    Director:Rob Hardy
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"BY BLOOD" is the best rated episode of "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" season 5. It scored 8.2/10 based on 171 votes. Directed by Dylan C. Brown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/12/2026. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "MANY MEN".