Glee

10 Best Episodes of Glee - Season 5

In this musical comedy, optimistic high school teacher Will Schuester tries to refuel his own passion while reinventing the high school's glee club and challenging a group of outcasts to realize their star potential as they strive to outshine their singing competition while navigating the cruel halls of McKinley High.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 02, 2023.

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Glee - S5E19

#15 - Old Dogs, New Tricks (Season 5 - Episode 19)

Santana helps Rachel do damage control for her flagging public image; Kurt tries to help a home for retired Broadway performers with their production of Peter Pan; to prove he is responsible, Sam adopts a dog - despite Mercedes’ objections.

The episode was rated 7.50 from 420 votes.

Glee - S5E18

#14 - The Back-Up Plan (Season 5 - Episode 18)

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Rachel is presented with a unique opportunity which could either take her career to the next level, or possibly kill it entirely. Meanwhile, Mercedes asks for Santana’s help finding a “new sound” for her latest single, and a wealthy New York socialite takes Blaine under her wing.

The episode was rated 7.50 from 416 votes.

Glee - S5E9

#13 - Frenemies (Season 5 - Episode 9)

Santana auditions and snags the role of Rachel’s understudy in “Funny Girl,” causing a feud between the roommates. Meanwhile, back in Lima, Tina and Artie compete against each other to be the class valedictorian.

The episode was rated 7.60 from 513 votes.

Glee - S5E6

#12 - Movin' Out (Season 5 - Episode 6)

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While New Directions takes on the music of Billy Joel, Kurt and Blaine reunite in New York. Meanwhile, Sam makes plans about his future.

The episode was rated 7.61 from 498 votes.

Glee - S5E20

#11 - The Untitled Rachel Berry Project (Season 5 - Episode 20)

Rachel meets a famous television writer, whose eccentric personality catches Rachel off guard. Meanwhile, Sam and Mercedes deal with the pressure of commitment as their careers take off, and the time has finally come for Blaine’s big showcase with June Dolloway at NYADA.

The episode was rated 7.61 from 447 votes.

Glee - S5E15

#10 - Bash (Season 5 - Episode 15)

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Rachel is faced with a decision that pits her education against her career. Sam and Mercedes consider rekindling their romance. Kurt comes face-to-face with a hate-crime.

The episode was rated 7.63 from 464 votes.

Glee - S5E4

#9 - A Katy or a Gaga (Season 5 - Episode 4)

The members of New Directions tackle their assignment of getting out of their comfort zones and determining whether they're more like "Katy" or "Gaga." Kurt holds auditions for his new band and must decide if he'll let in the overly bold performer, Starchild. Meanwhile, Jake gets closer to Bree as he and Marley grow apart.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 567 votes.

Glee - S5E14

#8 - New New York (Season 5 - Episode 14)

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Glee-club alumni members are followed in New York City several months after leaving New Directions: Blaine and Sam move in with Kurt; Artie struggles to get around Manhattan; Rachel settles into the life of a Broadway star; and Mercedes moves to NYC to work on her album.

The episode was rated 7.76 from 486 votes.

Glee - S5E2

#7 - Tina in the Sky with Diamonds (Season 5 - Episode 2)

As the Prom approaches, the race for Prom Queen brings out the best and the worst in candidates Tina and Kitty. Meanwhile, Sam tries to make a connection with a new school nurse, an increasingly discouraged Rachel waits for word on her Funny Girl callback, and Santana makes a new friend at work.

The episode was rated 7.85 from 561 votes.

Glee - S5E11

#6 - City of Angels (Season 5 - Episode 11)

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Dedicating their performance to Finn’s memory, New Directions arrive in Los Angeles to take part in the National High School Show Choir Championship, and face off against “Throat Explosion”, their fiercest competition to date.

The episode was rated 7.91 from 493 votes.

Glee - S5E17

#5 - Opening Night (Season 5 - Episode 17)

Rachel makes her Broadway debut in "Funny Girl."

The episode was rated 7.92 from 458 votes.

Glee - S5E1

#4 - Love, Love, Love (Season 5 - Episode 1)

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The members of New Directions are back in action and take on their biggest assignment yet: the Beatles! As Will enlists the kids to pay homage to the classic song catalog from the Fab Four, Blaine and Kurt attempt to answer questions about their future together. Meanwhile, Rachel's New York ambitions take an unexpected turn.

The episode was rated 7.97 from 644 votes.

Glee - S5E13

#3 - New Directions (Season 5 - Episode 13)

As the fate of the glee club becomes a reality, April and Holly plot a plan to save New Directions. Meanwhile, Rachel and Santana attempt to make amends after their blowout fight.

The episode was rated 8.29 from 510 votes.

Glee - S5E12

#2 - 100 (Season 5 - Episode 12)

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The original members of New Directions reunite at McKinley to celebrate and reflect on the history of the seemingly doomed glee club.

The episode was rated 8.30 from 529 votes.

Glee - S5E3

#1 - The Quarterback (Season 5 - Episode 3)

The McKinley gang celebrate the life of former quarterback and New Directions member Finn Hudson. The episode mirrors the real-life death of actor Cory Monteith (1982-2013), who played Finn.

The episode was rated 8.82 from 809 votes.

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