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The Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting Season 5

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

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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Joy of Painting Season 5 Episode 1 - Mountain Waterfall
    7.9/10(83 votes)
    S5:E1

    Bob Ross creates a tiny waterfall tucked beside a glassy lake, while surrounded by snowy majestic peaks and distant evergreens.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Joy of Painting Season 5 Episode 2 - Twilight Meadow
    7.8/10(73 votes)
    S5:E2

    Crisp blue sky and lake embrace soft rolling hills and leafy trees – Bob Ross paints the stillness of evening perfectly on black canvas.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Joy of Painting Season 5 Episode 11 - Autumn Glory
    7.8/10(79 votes)
    S5:E11

    In this landscape Bob Ross paints a far away mountain snuggled in with bright green trees and bushes mirrored in glistening waters.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Joy of Painting Season 5 Episode 7 - Bubbling Brook
    7.6/10(69 votes)
    S5:E7

    In the evening light Bob Ross creates a fast flowing little waterfall happily running through the lush green meadow grass.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Joy of Painting Season 5 Episode 3 - Mountain Blossoms
    7.5/10(69 votes)
    S5:E3

    Guest Artist Dana Jester shares with us the beauty of sweet lavender clusters nestled in the heart of a snowy winter forest.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Joy of Painting Season 5 Episode 6 - Ocean Sunrise
    7.5/10(66 votes)
    S5:E6

    Watch as the sun comes up into the golden sky and creates an illusion on the calm morning sea in this painting by guest artist Audrey Golden.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Joy of Painting Season 5 Episode 4 - Winter Stillness
    7.4/10(67 votes)
    S5:E4

    Ice cold pond, snowy-covered banks, soft hues in the sky … Bob Ross teaches us to admire the simple beauty of nature.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Joy of Painting Season 5 Episode 5 - Quiet Pond
    7.4/10(65 votes)
    S5:E5

    Take a journey with Bob Ross and discover the beauty of a shimmering pool gently cradled by a soft, beautiful and bright forest.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Joy of Painting Season 5 Episode 8 - Arizona Splendor
    7.4/10(67 votes)
    S5:E8

    In this brilliant southwestern scene Bob Ross portrays a unique view of nature with clear blue skies, dry mountains and graceful river.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Joy of Painting Season 5 Episode 10 - The Windmill
    7.4/10(66 votes)
    S5:E10

    Bob Ross creates a proud strong windmill, standing in watch beside old farm buildings where happy little animals lay still in the night.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Joy of Painting Season 5 Episode 13 - Meadow Stream
    7.4/10(69 votes)
    S5:E13

    Bob Ross paints a beautiful summer scene today – rushing little riverlet flowing through the luscious greenery of a cabin landscape.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Joy of Painting Season 5 Episode 9 - Anatomy of a Wave
    7.2/10(66 votes)
    S5:E9

    Guest Artist Joyce Ortner captures the true beauty of the ocean waves, blue and enchanting in this breathtaking seascape masterpiece.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Joy of Painting Season 5 Episode 12 - Indian Girl
    7.2/10(64 votes)
    S5:E12

    Guest artist Ferne Sirois shares her own Native American heritage in this adorable portrait of a playful, smiling little child.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Mountain Waterfall" is the best rated episode of The Joy of Painting season 5. It scored 7.9/10 from 83 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on January 2, 1985. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Twilight Meadow".