Vanderpump Rules

10 Best Episodes of Vanderpump Rules - Season 5

Follow the passionate, volatile and hot-and-bothered-staff at Lisa Vanderpump’s West Hollywood mainstay SUR. Lisa balances her motherly instincts and shrewd business sense to keep control over this wild group of employees as they pursue their dreams and each other while working at her “Sexy, Unique Restaurant.”

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

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Vanderpump Rules - S5E18

#15 - Regrets Only (Season 5 - Episode 18)

Lisa declines to officiate Katie and Tom's wedding, which compels the couple to re-examine their entire relationship. Also: Stassi fumbles through her first blind date, and Lisa organizes a steamy SUR photo shoot, featuring Tom and Ariana wearing nothing but food.

The episode was rated 7.33 from 249 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E4

#14 - Thirsty Girls (Season 5 - Episode 4)

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Scheana shuts down Lala's attempts at friendship in an effort to please Katie and her bridesmaids. Meanwhile, James is flying high when his pageant queen girlfriend comes to town for the summer, but the fun doesn't last after the new SUR hostess claims she slept with him. Later, Katie lashes out at Schwartz after learning he's secretly seeking therapy, causing him serious concern for the upcoming wedding. Finally, Jax eagerly watches as James puts his job at SUR in jeopardy.

The episode was rated 7.36 from 241 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E9

#13 - The Talk of Montauk (Season 5 - Episode 9)

Sandoval, Schwartz and Jax vow not to let Lala’s no-show ruin Ariana’s rowdy, NASCAR birthday weekend in Sonoma. Meanwhile, Stassi’s Montauk birthday trip is off to a rocky start when she breaks down in tears over her recent split, and Katie and Kristen fail to find Stassi an eligible Hamptons suitor. Later, Lisa learns troubling news about Lala’s situation, and Scheana feels like an outsider when she doesn’t embrace Stassi’s birthday traditions.

The episode was rated 7.37 from 231 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E3

#12 - Call It Like I See It (Season 5 - Episode 3)

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Stassi, Scheana and Kristen are all asked to be a part of Katie's bridal party, but Ariana is left out in the cold as a result of her friendship with Lala. Meanwhile, Schwartz serves up Jax and Sandoval a spicy revenge for their years of hazing, and Katie questions Scheana's loyalty after spotting her getting cozy with Lala.

The episode was rated 7.39 from 217 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E17

#11 - Drag Battle (Season 5 - Episode 17)

The epic New Orleans blowout continues, with Schwartz and Sandoval fiercely refuting the cheating accusations. Stassi realizes her past fights with Katie caused her to miss a painful moment when Katie needed her most. Kristen confronts Sandoval about trying to ruin her new relationship, and Stassi pays her dad and grandmother a visit. Katie and Schwartz bury their issues on a wild last night in Nola. Back in LA, Lisa talks to Ken about partnering up with Tom Sandoval to open a new bar.

The episode was rated 7.40 from 250 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E11

#10 - The D Pic (Season 5 - Episode 11)

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Kristen upsets Brittany by using a picture of Jax's genitals in her comedy show. Meanwhile, Lala returns to SUR to apologize for missing Ariana's birthday, but Tom refuses to forgive her. Later, Brittany's mom arrives from Kentucky and puts the pressure on Jax to join a church and marry her daughter. Finally, Lisa surprises Katie with a risqué bridal shower gift and Ariana drops a bomb on Stassi, leaving her stunned.

The episode was rated 7.40 from 149 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E7

#9 - The Sociopath Test (Season 5 - Episode 7)

Scheana and Kristen throw a surprise party for Shay and Carter, but Scheana gets surprised when Stassi and Katie attack her for sympathizing with Lala. Later, Jax reveals himself to be a certifiable sociopath on Stassi’s podcast. Finally, Lisa gives Brittany advice on how to deal with relationship jealousy, and Ariana stands up for Scheana.

The episode was rated 7.41 from 223 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E16

#8 - Man Tears and Braziers (Season 5 - Episode 16)

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A gator tour with Ariana and the groomsmen has some bite when talk turns to Schwartz's relationship troubles. Also: Kristen hires a female stripper while the men dress in drag; and Katie's anger toward Schwartz is addressed, leading to an all-out fight.

The episode was rated 7.41 from 229 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E21

#7 - Introducing Mr. & Mrs. Schwartz (Season 5 - Episode 21)

Lisa officiates the ceremony that only Katie and Tom could pull off. Jax re-evaluates his relationship, and Ariana considers taking her relationship to the next step. Lisa offers the Toms the business opportunity of a lifetime, but Schwartz fears making two commitments in one day. Scheana reveals a secret about her marriage that will change her life.

The episode was rated 7.48 from 228 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E20

#6 - Taco Tuesday, Wedding Wednesday (Season 5 - Episode 20)

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Katie and Tom's wedding is finally here and the whole group comes together to show their support. Jax and Tom give Schwartz the ultimate wedding surprise when they fly in his triplet brothers. Meanwhile, Stassi is moved to tears when she and Lisa finally bury the hatchet. Finally, Scheana insists her relationship with Shay is perfect, but Lisa suspects she may be hiding something

The episode was rated 7.51 from 237 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E15

#5 - Beads, Beers and Tears (Season 5 - Episode 15)

Scheana throws a pre-New Orleans pool party but when Tom and Katie's fighting reaches a new level, the group wonders if they should get married at all. Meanwhile, when Lisa allows James to DJ a party at PUMP James makes a play to get his old job back. Later, the bachelor/bachelorette party kicks off with plenty of Bourbon Street debauchery, but Sandoval stirs up trouble when he tells Katie she needs therapy. Finally, Stassi confronts Jax about his past mistakes resulting in tears from Jax and jealousy from Brittany.

The episode was rated 7.53 from 217 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E13

#4 - Ambush (Season 5 - Episode 13)

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Schwartz tries to make peace between Ariana and Stassi, but Katie gets annoyed when Ariana refuses to play nice. Meanwhile, James is excited to play his biggest DJ set since being fired from SUR, but the gig is ruined when Jax, Scheana, Kristen and two alleged mistresses ambush James to expose his cheating ways. Finally, Lisa gives Katie valuable wedding advice and Schwartz gets his prenup, only to learn that he doesn't have much to protect.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 219 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E22

#3 - Reunion (Part 1) (Season 5 - Episode 22)

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The episode was rated 7.61 from 203 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E6

#2 - Pride (Season 5 - Episode 6)

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When terrorism strikes the Orlando gay community and threatens West Hollywood, Lisa puts her own safety aside to ride in the Pride Parade, rally SUR, and bring the community together. Meanwhile, Tom's jealousy over Ariana's bartending book sparks the nastiest fight of their relationship. Stassi plans a birthday trip to Montauk and James questions his friendship with Lala when the stories about her boyfriend continue to change.

The episode was rated 7.61 from 224 votes.

Vanderpump Rules - S5E24

#1 - Reunion Part Three (Season 5 - Episode 24)

The reunion concludes as Lisa explains why she initially refused to officiate Katie and Tom's wedding. James lashes out at Jax and Kristen for sabotaging his show and Tom and Ariana discuss being blamed for all the problems in Katie's relationship. Lisa tells Schwartz he blew his chance to go into business with her and Ariana explains why she won't marry Sandoval. Finally, Scheana shares an emotional moment with her estranged husband, Michael Shay, to discuss the disintegration of their relationship.

The episode was rated 7.87 from 205 votes.

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