Storage Wars

10 Best Episodes of Storage Wars - Season 5

When rent is not paid on a storage locker for three months in California, the contents can be sold by an auctioneer as a single lot of items in the form of a cash-only auction. The show follows professional buyers who purchase the contents based only on a five-minute inspection of what they can see from the door when it is open. The goal is to turn a profit on the merchandise.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 12, 2023.

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Storage Wars - S5E1

#15 - Flight of the Gambler (Season 5 - Episode 1)

The buyers return to Montebello, where Darrell has had some of his biggest scores. Will he repeat or crash and burn? Meanwhile, Brandi learns that Jarrod is facing a problem that affects more than just their business.

The episode was rated 7.53 from 131 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E10

#14 - Zen Masters of the Universe (Season 5 - Episode 10)

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Rene is groomed to vanquish the competition; Ivy learns an important locker lesson; Darrell spends the most money of his career.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 104 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E29

#13 - Hestered in the Highlands (Season 5 - Episode 29)

The buyers head to the hills of Murietta for an auction that has tensions and prices running high. Dave angers Darrell so much that it leads to the Gambler doing something drastic. Ivy uses brains over brawn to score a locker while Jarrod and Brandi struggle to land a unit.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 74 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E11

#12 - Darrell Sheets the Bed (Season 5 - Episode 11)

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Darrell's warehouse is just a stone's throw away from the auction, so he and Brandon plan to sweep up the units while Ivy and Rene team up in an attempt to shut them out. Jarrod and Brandi go on a date and fall back in love... with storage buying!

The episode was rated 7.56 from 95 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E22

#11 - The Return of the Mogul (Season 5 - Episode 22)

At an auction in Montclair, Ivy rakes in the dollar bills while Darrell keeps things old school and finds something that will launch him to new heights. Brandi worries Jarrod's hangover will get in the way of buying. And despite his fight with Laura, Dave just won't stay away and ends up hacking the competition.

The episode was rated 7.56 from 77 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E26

#10 - The Daneurysm (Season 5 - Episode 26)

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Dan and Laura Dotson find themselves in a life or death crisis. Unaware, the buyers get down to business in Hemet, CA. Ivy sorts through the competition, while Brandi has trouble just keeping Jarrod focused on buying. And Mary Padian encounters something that could be "a little" out of this world.

The episode was rated 7.58 from 83 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E20

#9 - The Mom Factor (Season 5 - Episode 20)

Jarrod and Brandi are all about having fun as they try to dunk the competition. Darrell and Brandon hope to be on par with a victory, while Casey tries her hand at bidding. Ivy transforms his store into an auction house... but will he flip a profit?

The episode was rated 7.58 from 74 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E5

#8 - The Return of the King of Montebello (Season 5 - Episode 5)

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Brandi and Jarrod split up; Ivy hires a new employee to take care of the shop; Darrell finds success again; Rene learns how to strip.

The episode was rated 7.58 from 101 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E21

#7 - The Man in Black is Back ... In Black (Season 5 - Episode 21)

Everyone is shocked to see Dave Hester return to the auctions with a vengeance, but even the Mogul can't stop the buyers from scoring great units in Huntington Beach. Darrell tries to get Brandon in "top-tip" shape, an injury forces Ivy to change up his game, and Jarrod and Brandi score a unit that leads to a wild ride.

The episode was rated 7.59 from 82 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E14

#6 - Grin and Barry It (Season 5 - Episode 14)

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Darrell hopes to humiliate Ivy in his own backyard; Jarrod and Brandi are surrounded by pigs; Rene purchases a 'crappy' locker.

The episode was rated 7.61 from 84 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E13

#5 - The Gutfather (Season 5 - Episode 13)

Rene's superstitious attitude could prove to be a hindrance; Ivy trusts his gut; Jarrod and Brandi manage to get the last laugh on their rivals.

The episode was rated 7.62 from 87 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E12

#4 - The Donut Effect (Season 5 - Episode 12)

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Rene and Casey make a statement by bringing a caravan of trucks, but will they buy big enough to fill them or go home with an empty caravan of trucks? Darrell comes armed with donuts in an attempt to distract the competition with a sugar rush, while Jarrod and Brandi plan a four-year anniversary party for their Orange Store.

The episode was rated 7.65 from 93 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E19

#3 - It's Bring Your Kids to Work Day (Season 5 - Episode 19)

It's spring break and Jarrod and Brandi decide to bring their kids to the auction. Will they be a help or a hindrance? Rene and Casey are back working as a team. Ivy hopes to stock up for his upcoming store auction and Darrel puts his "Gambler" nickname to the ultimate test.

The episode was rated 7.66 from 59 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E15

#2 - The Adventures of Max Profit (Season 5 - Episode 15)

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Ivy is on the hunt for high-end in Moreno Valley, and Jarrod reveals to Brandi an alter ego known as MAX PROFIT! Darrell is forced to attend the auction alone--can the Gambler win without his side bet? Meanwhile, Rene's locker-buying addiction results in a close encounter with death.

The episode was rated 7.67 from 93 votes.

Storage Wars - S5E16

#1 - Ghosts Don't Need Money (Season 5 - Episode 16)

Casey attempts to keep a rein on Rene's spending habits; Darrell and Brandon use their intuition to soar above their competitors; Ivy tries to secretly learn Jarrod and Brandi's purchasing strategy.

The episode was rated 7.84 from 87 votes.

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