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The Best Episodes of The Fosters Season 5

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

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Stef Foster, a dedicated police officer, and her partner Lena Adams, a school vice principal, have built a close-knit, loving family with Stef's biological son from a previous marriage, Brandon, and their adopted twins, Mariana

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Fosters Season 5 Episode 1 - Resist
    8.0/10(204 votes)

    #1 - Resist

    S5:E1

    Stef frantically searches for Callie after she offers to help Diamond, thinking she has nothing to lose after accepting the plea deal. Struggling with his TBI, Jesus unleashes his anger after discovering Brandon helped Emma with a deeply personal decision. With Mariana leading the charge, protests continue over Anchor Beach Charter’s privatization.

    Director:Peter Paige
    Writers:Bradley Bredeweg, Peter Paige

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  2. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 2 - Exterminate Her
    7.4/10(169 votes)

    #2 - Exterminate Her

    S5:E2

    Callie gets control of her life and applied to audit art classes at a local college. Jesus distances himself from Mariana and Brandon so he can build his treehouse with Gabe alone. The Fosters get a new neighbor.

    Director:Danny Nucci
    Writer:Joanna Johnson

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  3. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 3 - Contact
    7.4/10(161 votes)

    #3 - Contact

    S5:E3

    Callie and Aaron go on their first official date. Mariana and Jude spearhead an underground school newspaper. Noah and Jude question their compatibility, while Brandon and Grace take their relationship to the next level. The moms have their new neighbors over for a family dinner party.

    Director:Aprill Winney
    Writer:Anne Meredith

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  4. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 4 - Too Fast, Too Furious
    7.3/10(160 votes)

    #4 - Too Fast, Too Furious

    S5:E4

    Callie and Aaron discuss taking their relationship to the next level. Mariana finds fulfillment training with the Latina derby team. Brandon’s new girlfriend Grace catches him playing hero to his ex-girlfriend Courtney.

    Director:Tate Donovan
    Writer:Cristian Martinez

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  5. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 5 - Telling
    7.4/10(162 votes)

    #5 - Telling

    S5:E5

    The Fosters kids attend a party at the Derby warehouse, but things escalate quickly when the cops show up. Lena struggles when Stef starts to become obsessed with an ongoing case at work, meanwhile Brandon’s relationship with Grace is put into jeopardy with Courtney back in his life.

    Director:Anne Renton
    Writer:Kris Q. Rehl

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  6. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 6 - Welcome to the Jungler
    7.3/10(161 votes)

    #6 - Welcome to the Jungler

    S5:E6

    Callie is torn with turning over a new leaf or supporting a cause that means a lot to her, while Jude and Taylor begin making gaming videos that earn them unwanted notoriety. Stef makes major headway in her case.

    Director:Kelli Williams
    Writers:Wade Solomon, Megan Lynn

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  7. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 7 - Chasing Waterfalls
    7.3/10(158 votes)

    #7 - Chasing Waterfalls

    S5:E7

    Lena’s parents are back in town for a visit, while Callie and Aaron get closer than ever before. Mariana tries to get closer to Logan, but it backfires when his girlfriend catches wind of it.

    Director:Chandra Wilson
    Writers:Bradley Bredeweg, Peter Paige

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  8. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 8 - Engaged
    7.7/10(160 votes)

    #8 - Engaged

    S5:E8

    Brandon throws a party which turns south when secrets are revealed. Mariana and Jude try to convince the students to vote against their school going private.

    Director:Kees Van Oostrum
    Writers:Wade Solomon, Megan Lynn

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  9. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 9 - Prom
    8.2/10(196 votes)

    #9 - Prom

    S5:E9

    It’s prom night at Anchor Beach. Grace’s mom has a candid conversation with Brandon, meanwhile Ximena faces a life-altering decision when ICE agents show up at prom.

    Director:Joanna Johnson
    Writer:Joanna Johnson

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  10. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 10 - Sanctuary
    7.5/10(175 votes)

    #10 - Sanctuary

    S5:E10

    Ximena and Callie are still in the church seeking sanctuary from ICE. The Adams Fosters’ offer support to the Sinfuego family as they struggle with their immigration status.

    Director:Rob Morrow
    Writers:Bradley Bredeweg, Peter Paige

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  11. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 11 - Invisible
    7.5/10(149 votes)

    #11 - Invisible

    S5:E11

    Callie actively helps to make Ximena’s fight visible. Meanwhile, Brandon and Grace struggle to be intimate knowing her diagnosis and Mariana is suddenly courted by multiple suitors.

    Director:Laura Nisbet Peters
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 12 - #IWasMadeInAmerica
    8.2/10(178 votes)

    #12 - #IWasMadeInAmerica

    S5:E12

    Callie and her friends support Ximena in a big way at a conservative anti-immigration rally and get a lot of buzz for Ximena’s plight. Meanwhile, an unlikely source offers a key piece of evidence that may help save Anchor Beach from going private and the family celebrates Stef’s birthday.

    Directors:Kees Van Oostrum, Lee Rose
    Writer:Anne Meredith

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  13. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 13 - Line in the Sand
    7.5/10(150 votes)

    #13 - Line in the Sand

    S5:E13

    Brandon and Grace plan the ultimate senior prank which ends up going a little too far. Mariana and Mat make a huge decision about the future of their relationship.

    Director:Cheryl Dunye
    Writer:Dan Richter

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  14. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 14 - Scars
    7.4/10(147 votes)

    #14 - Scars

    S5:E14

    Callie receives a surprising tip from an unexpected source. Meanwhile, Jude tries to assuage Noah’s fears about his budding relationship with fellow gamer Declan.

    Director:Kelli Williams
    Writers:Kris Q. Rehl, Cristian Martinez

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  15. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 15 - Mother's Day
    8.1/10(179 votes)

    #15 - Mother's Day

    S5:E15

    Stef’s mom comes to visit and helps Stef cope with a tough time. Meanwhile, Callie and Jude grapple with the memory of their biological mother.

    Director:Bradley Bredeweg
    Writer:Joanna Johnson

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  16. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 16 - Giving Up the Ghost
    7.2/10(139 votes)

    #16 - Giving Up the Ghost

    S5:E16

    Stef confronts her demons and finally comes clean to Lena about what’s been troubling her. Mariana and Emma find themselves going head to head, putting Poppy and Jesus in an awkward position.

    Director:Michael Medico
    Writers:Wade Solomon, Megan Lynn

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  17. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 17 - Makeover
    7.6/10(153 votes)

    #17 - Makeover

    S5:E17

    Callie speaks on a panel about Ximena’s struggle and realizes she may have a passion for something other than art. Meanwhile, Mariana is torn between two suitors.

    Director:Laura Nisbet Peters
    Writers:Kris Q. Rehl, Cristian Martinez

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  18. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 18 - Just Say Yes
    8.0/10(157 votes)

    #18 - Just Say Yes

    S5:E18

    Brandon and Grace go on a road trip and discover a lot about each other, while Mariana and Emma vie for a competitive internship. Stef and Lena go on a couples retreat to reconnect.

    Director:Joanna Johnson
    Writer:Joanna Johnson

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  19. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 19 - Many Roads
    8.7/10(251 votes)

    #19 - Many Roads

    S5:E19

    It’s graduation day for Callie and Brandon, but after some shocking news, the family wonders whether they will make it to the ceremony.

    Director:Peter Paige
    Writers:Bradley Bredeweg, Peter Paige

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  20. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 20 - Meet The Fosters
    7.4/10(163 votes)

    #20 - Meet The Fosters

    S5:E20

    One year later, the Adams Fosters comes together for some major celebrations.

    Director:Michael Medico
    Writers:Wade Solomon, Megan Lynn

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  21. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 21 - Turks & Caicos
    7.6/10(159 votes)

    #21 - Turks & Caicos

    S5:E21

    The family travels to Turks & Caicos for Brandon and Eliza’s wedding where they find themselves at odds with their future in-laws, meanwhile when Brandon and Eliza find themselves butting heads, Brandon turns to the person who knows him best.

    Director:Joanna Johnson
    Writer:Joanna Johnson

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  22. The Fosters Season 5 Episode 22 - Where the Heart Is
    8.5/10(211 votes)

    #22 - Where the Heart Is

    S5:E22

    After a turbulent few days in Turks & Caicos, the family starts to question if the wedding will actually take place. The moms make a huge decision that will change the family forever.

    Director:Joanna Johnson
    Writer:Joanna Johnson

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Resist" is the best rated episode of "The Fosters" season 5. It scored 8/10 based on 204 votes. Directed by Peter Paige and written by Bradley Bredeweg, Peter Paige, it aired on 7/11/2017. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "Exterminate Her".