Empire

10 Beste Episodes of Empire - Season 5

A powerful family drama about the head of a music empire whose three sons and ex-wife all battle for his throne.

Written by Sophie and last updated on Jan 08, 2023.

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Empire - S5E6

#15 - What is Done (Staffel 5 - Folge 6)

In an effort to sign more artists, Cookie and Lucious make a bet to see who can find someone first. While Lucious bets on the chance to meet an up and coming rapper in a high stakes poker game, Cookie takes to the streets to find untapped talent in a set of auditions. Meanwhile, Hakeem refuses to leave the studio when his rage inspires what he considers his best music yet and Jamal finds himself at a crossroads when Becky claims he’s spending too much time with Kai.

The episode was rated 7,76 from 304 votes.

Empire - S5E16

#14 - Never Doubt I Love (Staffel 5 - Folge 16)

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It’s a special day for Jamal and Kai, but drama might ruin it when AUSA’s Meghan Conway continues to pursue the Lyons by any means necessary. Meanwhile, Damon shows up, threatening to expose Cookie’s secret. Teri confides in Cookie, sharing a big secret. Andre asks Lucious for help with a life-altering task

The episode was rated 7,76 from 270 votes.

Empire - S5E15

#13 - A Wise Father That Knows His Own Child (Staffel 5 - Folge 15)

As the Feds close in on Empire, Jeff Kingsley seeks the truth about what really happened between Lucious and Tracy Kingsley. Meanwhile, Teri and the Lyons pray for Andre’s health, and Cookie faces the truth about her relationship with Damon Cross. Jamal and Kai reach an understanding, while Hakeem attempts to figure out where he stands among his relationships.

The episode was rated 7,76 from 250 votes.

Empire - S5E1

#12 - Steal From the Thief (Staffel 5 - Folge 1)

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Two years after losing Empire to Eddie Barker, Cookie and Lucious are still in the midst of picking up the pieces. The family is now completely dispersed and coping in their own ways after experiencing unimaginable tragedies. Meanwhile, in an effort to reclaim the Lyons’ position in the music industry, Cookie sets her eyes on a talented new singer and rapper, Treasure.

The episode was rated 7,79 from 375 votes.

Empire - S5E10

#11 - My Fault Is Past (Staffel 5 - Folge 10)

With the control of Empire within reach again, the Lyons must pull out all the stops to prove Lucious and Becky’s innocence in the datamining scandal. Meanwhile, Cookie struggles with Lucious’ past and Jeff Kingsley’s place in it, Jamal and Kai try to figure out where they stand and a mystery begins to unravel.

The episode was rated 7,81 from 280 votes.

Empire - S5E5

#10 - The Depth of Grief (Staffel 5 - Folge 5)

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Lucious and Cookie prep their new artist Devon for a premiere listening party, but worry he may not be ready for that kind of pressure. Hakeem is determined to convince Tiana that he’s matured, but she has a hard time letting go of everything they’ve struggled through the past couple years. Meanwhile, Cookie becomes concerned about Jamal.

The episode was rated 7,84 from 291 votes.

Empire - S5E13

#9 - Hot Blood, Hot Thoughts, Hot Deeds (Staffel 5 - Folge 13)

When Empire launches its national tour in Philly, things heat up and egos clash. Jamal and Kai’s relationships gets complicated and Treasure has an embarrassing mishap on stage. Cookie tries to grapple with her feelings for Damon, while the Feds start investigating Empire.

The episode was rated 7,88 from 278 votes.

Empire - S5E18

#8 - The Roughest Day (Staffel 5 - Folge 18)

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As Cookie and Lucious deal with each other’s betrayals, they wonder if this could be the end for their relationship. Meanwhile, Andre’s life hangs in the balance and the future of Empire is in jeopardy as the Feds close in and the mystery of who is in the coffin is finally.

The episode was rated 7,88 from 250 votes.

Empire - S5E4

#7 - Love All, Trust a Few (Staffel 5 - Folge 4)

The Lyon family works to get back in their groove with a brand-new project underway. As Cookie and Portia attempt to sign Devon, who has just the sound they’re looking for, Andre tries to prove himself useful to Lucious on the business side of things. Not having heard from Kai, Jamal panics and looks back at their history together. At Empire, the new management entangles itself with a dangerous tie from the Lyon family’s past.

The episode was rated 7,90 from 342 votes.

Empire - S5E17

#6 - My Fate Cries Out (Staffel 5 - Folge 17)

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Cookie gets picked up by AUSA Conway, while Lucious is visited by his past. Becky, Hakeem and Andre devise a plan to save Empire by putting on a show with special guests Sevyn Streeter and Ty Dolla $ign. Meanwhile, Andre helps Empire by getting help from the last person the Lyons expect, and Cookie may never forgive Lucious for what he’s done.

The episode was rated 7,93 from 287 votes.

Empire - S5E2

#5 - Pay for Their Presumptions (Staffel 5 - Folge 2)

Cookie and Lucious learn the difficulties of launching an artist without Empire Entertainment’s resources, and their future with new artist Treasure is jeopardized. So when they receive two interesting offers that will launch them back into power in the music industry, they make a surprising decision. Meanwhile, Jamal decides to put his family first and move back to New York, leaving Kai with some tough decisions.

The episode was rated 8,01 from 310 votes.

Empire - S5E3

#4 - Pride (Staffel 5 - Folge 3)

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Cookie and Lucious push to get back in the music game, but they’ll need the whole family and some old allies to make serious sacrifices in order to do so. Meanwhile, Andre finds a risky way to make a name for himself among his fellow inmates.

The episode was rated 8,01 from 299 votes.

Empire - S5E7

#3 - Treasons, Stratagems, and Spoils (Staffel 5 - Folge 7)

In an effort to bridge the gap between Lyon Family Management and Empire, Lucious must play nice with Jeff Kingsley, so that the two companies can get girl group TBD back on the map. Meanwhile, Jamal grows frustrated with Cookie when she tries to steal his London artist, Wynter, out from under him, Andre works with the mother of one of his old inmates to help free her innocent son and Cookie realizes her sister is in danger.

The episode was rated 8,05 from 293 votes.

Empire - S5E9

#2 - Had It From My Father (Staffel 5 - Folge 9)

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The financial security of the Lyon family is on the line as their LFM showcase quickly approaches. Kai’s research for an expose on Empire uncovers some dirty activity within the company and causes conflict with Jamal. Meanwhile, Hakeem and Tiana finally reach an agreement on how best to move forward with their relationship, Andre struggles with his decision to let a new love interest in and Kingsley strikes a deal with Giselle.

The episode was rated 8,08 from 279 votes.

Empire - S5E8

#1 - Master of What is Mine Own (Staffel 5 - Folge 8)

The cost of running Lyon Family Management starts to put pressure on Cookie and Lucious’ relationship. When Kingsley pulls a power move of his own that has major financial repercussions for Lucious, Cookie thinks back to their early struggles. Kai becomes upset when Jamal announces their engagement on live TV and Tiana hits a crossroad with Hakeem, who refuses to set aside his beef with Blake. Meanwhile, Candace becomes vindictive after feeling betrayed by Cookie and Giselle uncovers a key to her future.

The episode was rated 8,17 from 274 votes.

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