The BEST episodes of Son of a Critch season 5
Every episode of Son of a Critch season 5, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Son of a Critch season 5!
The hilarious and very real story of 11-year-old Mark coming of age in St. John’s, Newfoundland in the 80s. It’s a heartfelt window into the life of a child — much older inside than his 11 years — using comedy and self-deprecation to win friends and connect with the small collection of people in his limited world.
#1 - The Regretta
Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/8/2026
Mark faces senior year as Newfoundland's cod moratorium upends his world, chasing his acting dream through first love and family change in a heartfelt goodbye to childhood. Mark takes a Regatta job as a bologna mascot to prove he's not lazy but ends up humiliated. Meanwhile, Mary's booth struggles until Fox steps in.
#2 - Teach a Man to Fish
Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/15/2026
As the cod fishery collapses, Mark questions his path and turns to shop class. Meanwhile, his family faces an uncertain future.
#3 - The Great Debate
Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/22/2026
Mark joins a TV debate for a shot at fame but struggles to find his voice. Meanwhile, the Critches feel the pressure of a changing Newfoundland.
#4 - Masquerade
Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/29/2026
Mark sneaks into a bar on Halloween to prove he's grown up but gets in over his head. Meanwhile, Mike Sr faces a career move that could uproot the family.
#5 - Empty Nets
Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/6/2026
Mark joins Pop at a fishery protest and finds his voice through comedy. Meanwhile, Mike Sr faces pressure to bury a story after meeting the Premier.
#6 - Musical Chairs
Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/13/2026
Stuck as narrator in the school musical, Mark tries to steal the spotlight. Meanwhile, tensions rise as Mary's father moves in.
#7 - Green Christmas
Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/20/2026
Mark and Pop head into the woods to cut a Christmas tree but get lost when Pop slips into the past. Meanwhile, Mary learns they may lose the house.