Stef Foster, a dedicated police officer, and her partner Lena Adams, a school vice principal, have built a close-knit, loving family with Stef's biological son from a previous marriage, Brandon, and their adopted twins, Mariana and Jesus. Their lives are disrupted in unexpected ways when Lena meets Callie, a hardened teen with an abusive past who has spent her life in and out of foster homes. Lena and Stef welcome Callie and her brother, Jude, into their home thinking it's just for a few weeks, until a more permanent placement can be found. But life has something else in store for the Fosters.
Written by Sophie and last updated on jan 30, 2023.
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Callie and her friends support Ximena in a big way at a conservative anti-immigration rally and get a lot of buzz for Ximena’s plight. Meanwhile, an unlikely source offers a key piece of evidence that may help save Anchor Beach from going private and the family celebrates Stef’s birthday.
The episode was rated 7.65 from 252 votes.
An ICE agent surprisingly reaches out to Callie with some intel. Jude tries to assuage Noah's fears about his budding relationship with fellow gamer Declan.
The episode was rated 7.65 from 237 votes.
Brandon and Grace plan the ultimate senior prank which ends up going a little too far. Mariana and Mat make a huge decision about the future of their relationship.
The episode was rated 7.66 from 227 votes.
Callie and Aaron discuss taking their relationship to the next level. Mariana finds fulfillment training with the Latina derby team. Brandon's new girlfriend Grace catches him playing hero to his ex-girlfriend Courtney.
The episode was rated 7.66 from 476 votes.
The family travels to Turks & Caicos for Brandon and Eliza’s wedding where they find themselves at odds with their future in-laws, meanwhile when Brandon and Eliza find themselves butting heads, Brandon turns to the person who knows him best.
The episode was rated 7.69 from 159 votes.
Callie speaks on a panel about Ximena’s struggle and realizes she may have a passion for something other than art. Meanwhile, Mariana is torn between two suitors.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 223 votes.
Callie actively helps to make Ximena’s fight visible. Meanwhile, Brandon and Grace struggle to be intimate knowing her diagnosis and Mariana is suddenly courted by multiple suitors.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 258 votes.
In the 100th episode, Brandon and Grace go on a road trip and discover a lot about each other, while Mariana and Emma vie for a competitive internship. Stef and Lena go on a couples retreat to reconnect.
The episode was rated 7.72 from 223 votes.
The Adams Fosters comes together for some major celebrations, set one year after the spring finale.
The episode was rated 7.72 from 163 votes.
In the winter premiere, Ximena and Callie are still in the church seeking sanctuary from ICE. The Adams Fosters’ offer support to the Sinfuego family as they struggle with their immigration status.
The episode was rated 7.85 from 268 votes.
In the season five opener, Stef frantically searches for Callie after she offers to help Diamond; Jesus unleashes his anger after discovering Brandon helped Emma with a deeply personal decision and Mariana leads the charge against Anchor Beach Charter's privatization.
The episode was rated 7.88 from 623 votes.
Stef’s mom comes to visit and helps Stef cope with a tough time. Meanwhile, Callie and Jude grapple with the memory of their biological mother.
The episode was rated 7.95 from 243 votes.
When prom gets threatened, Mariana throws an alt prom at the Derby warehouse. Meanwhile, Brandon asks Grace to the prom and learns it may be his last night with her.
The episode was rated 7.95 from 409 votes.
In the spring finale, it’s graduation day for Callie and Brandon, but after some shocking news, the family wonders whether they will make it to the ceremony.
The episode was rated 8.23 from 242 votes.
After a turbulent few days in Turks & Caicos, the family starts to question if the wedding will actually take place. The moms make a huge decision that will change the family forever.
The episode was rated 8.40 from 167 votes.
