Black Ink Crew

10 Best Episodes of Black Ink Crew - Season 5

A chronicle of the daily operations and staff drama of an expanding Harlem tattoo empire that serves a growing celebrity clientele.

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

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Black Ink Crew - S5E2

#15 - Teddy's Playhouse (Season 5 - Episode 2)

O'S**t returns to Harlem with a new name and love interest. Later, Ted transforms Ceaser's old office and hires a new tattoo artist; and Kitty instigates a brawl after insulting the 113th shop.

The episode was rated 7.65 from 124 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E6

#14 - Dushi or Don't She (Season 5 - Episode 6)

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Walt tries to persuade Richard to deal with his legal matters; and Ceaser's caught off guard when Donna demands her job back. Later, Dutchess returns to New York City to celebrate her magazine cover.

The episode was rated 7.69 from 144 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E9

#13 - The Wilds Of New Jersey (Season 5 - Episode 9)

The crew head out on a camping trip for some team-building exercises, but all hell breaks loose when an unexpected visitor arrives. Later, Dutchess demands proof of Ceaser's affair; and Sky and Donna discover dark secrets from Nikki's past.

The episode was rated 7.75 from 105 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E11

#12 - Buenos Dias Puerto Rico! (Season 5 - Episode 11)

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The crew head to Puerto Rico, but a massive screw-up from Teddy threatens to derail the entire trip. Later, Melody loses her cool when Lalo refuses to make the ultimate commitment; and Ceaser and Dutchess come face-to-face.

The episode was rated 7.77 from 159 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E15

#11 - Foodie With the Booty (Season 5 - Episode 15)

Miss Kitty confronts Ceaser about sleeping with Allison; Richard rushes to the hospital; Dutchess gets her groove back.

The episode was rated 7.77 from 173 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E14

#10 - He Signs Your Checks... (Season 5 - Episode 14)

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Ceaser and the crew attend DMX's birthday party; Sky wants to prevent Kitty from becoming Ceaser's new woman; someone from Nikki's past shows up; a fancy dinner ends in a trashed table.

The episode was rated 7.78 from 123 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E3

#9 - Bianca (Season 5 - Episode 3)

Ceaser is forced to confront his employees after learning that Kitty was jumped. A rumor sends Young Bae into attack mode. Nikki finally agrees to let Richard work at 113th. Sky concocts a crazy plan to get Donna back.

The episode was rated 7.79 from 141 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E10

#8 - Puppies Are Magic (Season 5 - Episode 10)

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The crew tries to persuade Ceaser to reopen the shop. Dutchess returns to New York and makes a shocking discovery on Ceaser’s computer. A friendsgiving celebration turns sour when Sky attacks Teddy about his behavior.

The episode was rated 7.79 from 107 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E8

#7 - Ride The Sky Train (Season 5 - Episode 8)

The crew takes Ceaser to Miami for some sun, sand and senoritas; Richard battles it out in court with Kathie over custody of their son; Dutchess receives a disturbing phone call that has her questioning her decision to leave NYC.

The episode was rated 7.80 from 171 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E7

#6 - The Ring Didn't Mean a Thing (Season 5 - Episode 7)

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Ceaser is shocked when Dutchess leaves him; Sky asks her female co-workers for a very personal favor; Walt and Sky introduce Young Bae to online dating; Sky fears for her safety when a man from her past shows up at the shop.

The episode was rated 7.83 from 166 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E12

#5 - Miss Kitty, P.I. (Season 5 - Episode 12)

The crew parties on a boat off the coast of Puerto Rico; Ceaser exposes the truth about Nikki's past; Melody and Lalo commit; Dutchess makes a plea.

The episode was rated 7.86 from 160 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E13

#4 - The Grand Re-Opening (Season 5 - Episode 13)

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The crew celebrate the grand re-opening of Black Ink. Later, Ted is on the defense as Melody makes a power play to become manager; O'S**t reveals information about Nikki; and Melody catches Ceaser in a compromising position.

The episode was rated 7.88 from 181 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E18

#3 - Black Ink Crew Atlanta (Season 5 - Episode 18)

In the Season 5 finale, Miss Kitty refuses to back down from Dutchess; Ceaser continues to cozy up to Karlie Redd; Richard must decide whether to save his marriage; and Ceaser throws a huge bash to celebrate the newest shop in his franchise.

The episode was rated 7.93 from 183 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E16

#2 - Ruff Times (Season 5 - Episode 16)

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Sky shares big news; Ceaser attempts damage control with Miss Kitty; Sky pitches her new workout; Donna believes Sky does not deserve her promotion.

The episode was rated 7.97 from 163 votes.

Black Ink Crew - S5E17

#1 - Say It, Don't Spray It (Season 5 - Episode 17)

Ceaser learns something shocking about his relationship with Dutchess; after the loss of their baby, Richard's wife, Nikki, hits her breaking point; Kitty attempts to make peace with Dutchess; Bae is caught up in a new romance.

The episode was rated 8.03 from 172 votes.

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