Army Wives

10 Best Episodes of Army Wives - Season 5

Army Wives is an American drama series that follows the lives of four army wives, one army husband, and their families.

Written by Sophie and last updated on jun 18, 2021.

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Army Wives - S5E11

#13 - Drop Zone (Season 5 - Episode 11)

Claudia Joy is happy to have Emmalin and Michael back under the same roof, but it's clear to Claudia Joy that they both have something else on their minds. An incident on post reminds Denise how much she misses being a nurse. Pamela is worried when Boone is assigned to evaluate her job performance.

The episode was rated 7.27 from 49 votes.

Army Wives - S5E12

#12 - Firefight (Season 5 - Episode 12)

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Emmalin and Michael's disagreement about their futures puts Claudia Joy in the middle. Meanwhile, Denise goes back to work, and Trevor contemplates attending Officer Candidate School.

The episode was rated 7.39 from 46 votes.

Army Wives - S5E7

#11 - Strategic Alliances (Season 5 - Episode 7)

An Army wife facing deportation gets help from Claudia Joy and Chandler; Roxy makes headway with her plans for a truck stop; and Roland and Joan babysit Molly when Denise gets the flu.

The episode was rated 7.42 from 43 votes.

Army Wives - S5E9

#10 - Countermeasures (Season 5 - Episode 9)

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Despite the sadness that she feels, Denise finds the strength to be there for Jeremy’s friends when they need her most. Things are tense between Roxy and Trevor as she struggles to find a way to tell him about the truck stop. Roland and Joan are determined to do whatever they have to do to adopt a baby, but a situation with one of Roland's patients leads them to consider other options.

The episode was rated 7.52 from 44 votes.

Army Wives - S5E1

#9 - Line of Departure (Season 5 - Episode 1)

Denise is about to meet her daughter-in-law but things don't go smoothly. Denise is meeting with Tonya gets off to a rocky start because Molly isn't feeling too well. They meet again for the second time Tonya doesn't trust Denise is medical training and isn't sure the diagnosis of colic isn't the right one for Molly. Emmalin goes to college while Frank, Michael, Trevor, and Jeremy are all in Afghanistan fighting the war.

The episode was rated 7.65 from 40 votes.

Army Wives - S5E3

#8 - Movement to Contact (Season 5 - Episode 3)

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Claudia Joy begins her first day working an associate to professor chandler in his law firm, but today takes an unexpected turn planned Claudia Joy is yelled at. Roxy feels that Pamela may not want to be friends with her anymore. Roland and Joan have to figure out where their daughter will go for preschool. A wedding shower is planned for Jeremy's fiancée Tonya.

The episode was rated 7.71 from 45 votes.

Army Wives - S5E5

#7 - Soldier On (Season 5 - Episode 5)

The aftermath of an unexpected loss leads to life-changing decisions for the wives.

The episode was rated 7.83 from 48 votes.

Army Wives - S5E2

#6 - Command Presence (Season 5 - Episode 2)

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Pamela makes a decision on whether to join the Atlanta PD or stay at fort Marshall as an army war wife. And Claudia joy graduates law school Professor Chandler offers her a job at a law firm. Joan tackles a new job and deals with the stresses of that. Roland tries to see if he can find time for his wife in her busy schedule.

The episode was rated 7.90 from 40 votes.

Army Wives - S5E8

#5 - Supporting Arms (Season 5 - Episode 8)

Medical issues arise for Claudia Joy. Pamela is concerned about Finn and TJ’s relationship with Roxy’s ex, Whit. Roland and Joan move forward with plans to add to their family.

The episode was rated 7.95 from 40 votes.

Army Wives - S5E10

#4 - Battle buddies (Season 5 - Episode 10)

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Trevor allows his marital issues to affect his work, and Roxy looks to Denise for help. Meanwhile, Joan and Roland consider adopting a child with health issues.

The episode was rated 7.96 from 45 votes.

Army Wives - S5E13

#3 - Farewell to Arms (Season 5 - Episode 13)

Claudia Joy has difficulty dealing with the way people are treating her and Michael; Joan finds it tough to bond with David; Roxy's truck stop nears completion; and Denise attempts to help Tanya cope with life without Jeremy.

The episode was rated 8.05 from 44 votes.

Army Wives - S5E6

#2 - Walking Wounded (Season 5 - Episode 6)

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Episode Synopsis: Claudia Joy copes with memories of Amanda; Roxy considers expanding her business; Pamela and Chase monitor their behavior in front of their kids; and Roland doubts his professional skills.

The episode was rated 8.23 from 43 votes.

Army Wives - S5E4

#1 - On Behalf Of a Grateful Nation (Season 5 - Episode 4)

The tribe leans on each other as they cope with the loss of a loved one.

The episode was rated 8.44 from 48 votes.

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