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The Best Episodes of The Conners Season 5

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

This iconic family—Dan, Jackie, Darlene, Becky and D.J.—grapples with parenthood, dating, an unexpected pregnancy, financial pressures, aging and in-laws in working-class America.

Genre:Comedy
Network:ABC

Season 5 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "The Conners" season 5 is "Double Honeymoon and Seeing Double", rated 6.9/10 from 196 user votes. It was directed by N/A and written by N/A. "Double Honeymoon and Seeing Double" aired on 9/21/2022 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Scenes From Two Marriages: The Parrot Doth Protest Too Much".

  • Double Honeymoon and Seeing Double
    6.9/10 196 votes

    #1 - Double Honeymoon and Seeing Double

    Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 9/21/2022

    In an effort to save money, Darlene and Ben join Jackie and Neville on a joint honeymoon, where the newlyweds’ cost-saving measures contribute to a tension-filled getaway. Dan, Becky, Harris, Mark and Beverly Rose go to a water park.

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  • Scenes From Two Marriages: The Parrot Doth Protest Too Much
    6.7/10 177 votes

    #2 - Scenes From Two Marriages: The Parrot Doth Protest Too Much

    Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 9/28/2022

    Jackie moves in with Neville and discovers that being newlyweds produces new problems when Neville shows up to their home with an excess of animals from his vet office. Meanwhile, Darlene and Ben have an argument as Ben points out Darlene is turning into her father.

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  • Driving, Dating and Deceit
    7.2/10 174 votes

    #3 - Driving, Dating and Deceit

    Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 10/5/2022

    Mark is anxious to get his driver’s license when a job opportunity presents itself across town. Darlene attempts to teach him to drive, but her frantic energy sends him running to Ben for help. Meanwhile, Harris meets a new guy online, whom Becky recognizes from her past.

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  • Parent Traps and Heart Attacks
    7.2/10 176 votes

    #4 - Parent Traps and Heart Attacks

    Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 10/12/2022

    When a relative passes away unexpectedly, the family must debate about who should gain custody of a jaded nephew, who is just shy of his 18th birthday.

    Director: N/A

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  • A Little Weed and a Bad Seed
    7.3/10 171 votes

    #5 - A Little Weed and a Bad Seed

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 10/19/2022

    Problems arise on Beverly Rose’s first day of kindergarten, and Becky and Darlene have a disagreement that leads to further turmoil. Elsewhere, Harris advises an unusual solution for Dan’s back pain.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Book Bans and Guillotine Hands
    7.1/10 175 votes

    #6 - Book Bans and Guillotine Hands

    Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 10/26/2022

    It’s Halloween at the Conners, and Dan encourages the family to decorate the house. When everyone is feeling too busy and overwhelmed to help, Becky tries to take matters into her own hands. Meanwhile, Harris takes a stand on an issue that ruffles a few feathers in Darlene’s new neighborhood.

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  • Take This Job and Shove It Twice
    7.2/10 158 votes

    #7 - Take This Job and Shove It Twice

    Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 11/2/2022

    Darlene receives a promotion at her company, but she quickly learns the fancy title is not all it’s cracked up to be. Meanwhile, when Louise loses her job at Casita Bonita, an opportunity arises to work with Jackie at the Lunch Box.

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  • Of Missing Minds and Missing Fries
    7.6/10 171 votes

    #8 - Of Missing Minds and Missing Fries

    Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 11/16/2022

    It’s Thanksgiving at the Conners and Jackie must come to terms with her mother, Beverly, becoming ill. Meanwhile, Darlene is on the job hunt which proves to be more difficult than anticipate

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  • Crumbs and Couch Surfers
    7.2/10 150 votes

    #9 - Crumbs and Couch Surfers

    Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 11/30/2022

    Darlene, Ben, Becky and Beverly Rose move into the new house, where Darlene implements a new set of rules. Meanwhile, Harris welcomes a guest at Dan and Louise’s.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Dog Days of Christmas
    7.2/10 179 votes

    #10 - The Dog Days of Christmas

    Season 5 Episode 10 - Aired 12/7/2022

    Dan meets his in-laws for the first time when Louise's family comes to visit; Darlene helps Becky with a parenting problem.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Two More Years and a Stolen Rose
    7.2/10 157 votes

    #11 - Two More Years and a Stolen Rose

    Season 5 Episode 11 - Aired 1/11/2023

    The death of a beloved teacher from Dan and Jackie’s high school brings old classmates together. Elsewhere, Becky asks Darlene and Ben for a big favor.

    Director: N/A

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  • Stuck in the Middle and Stuck in the Past
    7.3/10 149 votes

    #12 - Stuck in the Middle and Stuck in the Past

    Season 5 Episode 12 - Aired 1/18/2023

    Darlene and Ben get into a fight and ignore Becky’s boundaries in the house. Elsewhere, Dan accuses Jackie of losing all of their home videos.

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  • New Pipes and Old Secrets
    7.5/10 163 votes

    #13 - New Pipes and Old Secrets

    Season 5 Episode 13 - Aired 2/8/2023

    Darlene has issues with Dan’s plumbing work in her new house. Elsewhere, Jackie tries to find a caregiver for Bev.

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  • Adding Insult to Injury
    7.1/10 155 votes

    #14 - Adding Insult to Injury

    Season 5 Episode 14 - Aired 2/15/2023

    Darlene continues her search for a new job. Elsewhere, Becky is desperate to spend more time with Beverly Rose.

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    Writer: N/A

  • Possums, Pregnancy and Patriarchy
    7.1/10 166 votes

    #15 - Possums, Pregnancy and Patriarchy

    Season 5 Episode 15 - Aired 2/22/2023

    Harris makes a big announcement. Meanwhile, Ben is overwhelmed with family responsibilities.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Hiding In and Moving Out
    7.2/10 147 votes

    #16 - Hiding In and Moving Out

    Season 5 Episode 16 - Aired 3/1/2023

    Harris takes her anger out on Darlene. Elsewhere, Dan and Louise spend an entire day in bed together.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Contra Hearings and the Midnight Gambler
    6.7/10 157 votes

    #17 - The Contra Hearings and the Midnight Gambler

    Season 5 Episode 17 - Aired 3/8/2023

    Mark fights for a spot in the Lanford High chamber orchestra. Elsewhere, Jackie puts a lottery machine in the Lunch Box.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Road Trip and Guilt Trip
    6.8/10 143 votes

    #18 - Road Trip and Guilt Trip

    Season 5 Episode 18 - Aired 3/15/2023

    Dan and Jackie take a road trip to a hardware wholesaler in Oklahoma. Meanwhile, Darlene heads out of town and leaves behind a plethora of to-do notes for Becky and Ben.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Text Thread and the Marital Bed
    7.0/10 138 votes

    #19 - Text Thread and the Marital Bed

    Season 5 Episode 19 - Aired 4/5/2023

    Louise gets into a feud with Becky after accidentally sending a rude message in the family text thread. Meanwhile, Darlene tries to spice up her sex life with Ben.

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  • What's So Funny About Peas, Love and Understanding?
    7.3/10 152 votes

    #20 - What's So Funny About Peas, Love and Understanding?

    Season 5 Episode 20 - Aired 4/19/2023

    Darlene figures out a new plan to afford Mark's college tuition. Meanwhile, Jackie and Louise try to help Becky meet a new guy. 

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  • Dating, Drinking and Grifter Logic
    7.3/10 140 votes

    #21 - Dating, Drinking and Grifter Logic

    Season 5 Episode 21 - Aired 4/26/2023

    Neville confronts Jackie about loaning Dan money. Darlene attempts to play matchmaker for Mark.

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    Writer: N/A

  • The Grad Finale
    7.9/10 168 votes

    #22 - The Grad Finale

    Season 5 Episode 22 - Aired 5/3/2023

    As Mark’s graduation approaches, he considers his relationship with his father. Meanwhile, Louise plans a big graduation ceremony at the Lunch Box.

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