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Rivals•Season 2•Episode 5

Episode 5

7.9/10 · 292 votesMay 29, 202659 min

Ranked #5 of 6 in Season 2•−0.3 vs season avg

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In Ireland, Declan clashes with Cameron as his marriage unravels. Back home, Rupert turns disgrace into opportunity, securing a prime time slot for Venturer. While Monica withdraws, Tony doubles down on his desire for power and control while Declan and Cameron discover the true limits

Directed byJamie Jay Johnson

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Seasons2

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Season 2 Episodes6

Episode 1

Episode 2

Episode 3

Episode 4

Episode 5

Episode 6

Cast18

David Tennant

Tony Baddingham

Aidan Turner

Declan O'Hara

Danny Dyer

Freddie Jones

Alex Hassell

Rupert Campbell-Black

Nafessa Williams

Cameron Cook

Bella Maclean

Taggie O'Hara

Katherine Parkinson

Lizzie Vereker

Victoria Smurfit

Maud O'Hara

Claire Rushbrook

Lady Monica Baddingham

Oliver Chris

James Vereker

Lisa McGrillis

Valerie Jones

Emily Atack

Sarah Stratton

Crew1

Jamie Jay Johnson

Director

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Episode Summary

"Episode 5" is episode 5 of Rivals season 2. It scored 7.9/10 from 292 votes, ranking #5 of 6 episodes this season (season average 8.2). Directed by Jamie Jay Johnson, it aired on May 29, 2026.

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