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The Best Episodes of Trying Season 5

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

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All Nikki and Jason want is a baby—the one thing they can't have. So they decide to adopt. With their dysfunctional friends, screwball families, and chaotic lives, will the adoption panel agree that they're ready

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Trying Season 5 Episode 1 - Rollercoaster
    8.0/10(157 votes)

    #1 - Rollercoaster

    S5:E1

    The fallout from Nikki's lie continues, as Kat's arrival threatens Nikki and Jason's family dynamic.

    Director:Ollie Parsons
    Writer:Andy Wolton

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  2. Trying Season 5 Episode 2 - First Days
    7.6/10(129 votes)

    #2 - First Days

    S5:E2

    Nikki and Jason start new chapters in their lives. Karen makes a shocking discovery.

    Director:Ollie Parsons
    Writer:Andy Wolton

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  3. Trying Season 5 Episode 3 - The Mousetrap
    7.7/10(124 votes)

    #3 - The Mousetrap

    S5:E3

    While Jason recaptures his youth, Nikki meets a new coworker. Karen learns the cost of keeping a secret.

    Director:Ollie Parsons
    Writer:Andy Wolton

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  4. Trying Season 5 Episode 4 - The Hurricane
    8.1/10(139 votes)

    #4 - The Hurricane

    S5:E4

    A natural disaster brings the family together.

    Director:Ollie Parsons
    Writer:Andy Wolton

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  5. Trying Season 5 Episode 5 - Ick
    7.8/10(112 votes)

    #5 - Ick

    S5:E5

    Jason and Nikki each must face reality. Vic crumbles under the pressure of his own success.

    Director:Ollie Parsons
    Writer:Andy Wolton

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  6. Trying Season 5 Episode 6 - Halloween
    7.6/10(112 votes)

    #6 - Halloween

    S5:E6

    Nikki and Jason's date night is derailed by suspicion, as Princess' night spirals out of control.

    Director:Ollie Parsons
    Writer:Andy Wolton

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  7. Trying Season 5 Episode 7 - Tuscany
    8.0/10(104 votes)

    #7 - Tuscany

    S5:E7

    When Nikki and Jason escape to Tuscany, nothing goes as expected—at home or abroad.

    Director:Ollie Parsons
    Writer:Andy Wolton

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  8. Trying Season 5 Episode 8 - WoodScott
    8.2/10(119 votes)

    #8 - WoodScott

    S5:E8

    Truths begin to emerge at a family festival.

    Director:Ollie Parsons
    Writer:Andy Wolton

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Rollercoaster" is the best rated episode of "Trying" season 5. It scored 8/10 based on 157 votes. Directed by Ollie Parsons and written by Andy Wolton, it aired on 7/8/2026. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "First Days".