The BEST episodes of The Apprentice (US) season 5

Every episode of The Apprentice (US) season 5, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Apprentice (US) season 5!

The ultimate sixteen-week job interview where eighteen Americans compete in a series of rigorous business tasks, many of which include prominent Fortune 500 companies and require street smarts and intelligence to conquer, in order to show the boss that they are the best candidate for his companies. In each episode, the losing team is sent to the boardroom where they are judged on their performance in the task. One person is fired and sent home.

Last Updated: 11/7/2024Network: NBCStatus: Ended
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A Slice of Heaven
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5.25
32 votes

#1 - A Slice of Heaven

Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/10/2006

The remaining candidates launch a new pizza sandwich for 7-Eleven.

Assault on Battery
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5.25
32 votes

#2 - Assault on Battery

Season 5 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/23/2006

Trump's children, Ivanka and Donald Jr. fill in for Carolyn and George for this task, which requires the remaining candidates to promote one of New York City's biggest tourist attractions.

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Blow Out
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5.25
32 votes

#3 - Blow Out

Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 4/24/2006

And then there were eight. The candidates dive into a hair-raising challenge in which they must oversee the grand openings of two hair salons.

Cereal Killer
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5.22
32 votes

#4 - Cereal Killer

Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/20/2006

A fourth candidate is fired.

Cruise Control
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5.22
32 votes

#5 - Cruise Control

Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/27/2006

The remaining candidates must create a new commercial for Norwegian Cruise Lines. Project

King of the Jingle
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5.22
32 votes

#6 - King of the Jingle

Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/3/2006

The twelve remaining candidates are challenged to write an advertising jingle for Arby's.

It's More Than Décor
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5.22
32 votes

#7 - It's More Than Décor

Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/10/2006

The eleven remaining candidates are assigned to create activity areas to benefit a children's charity in a renovation-themed task.

Season Premiere
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5.16
31 votes

#8 - Season Premiere

Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/27/2006

The New Season!

The Razor's Edge
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5.16
31 votes

#9 - The Razor's Edge

Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/6/2006

The candidates challenge New Yorkers to text message on their mobile phones.

Back to School
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5.16
31 votes

#10 - Back to School

Season 5 - Episode 11 - Aired 5/1/2006

The remaining candidates tackle a challenge to throw a tailgate party at a college football game, with one team cooking up plans for an eating contest.

Backs Against the Wal-Mart
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5.16
31 votes

#11 - Backs Against the Wal-Mart

Season 5 - Episode 12 - Aired 5/8/2006

The remaining five candidates must create a store display for the new Xbox 360 at Wal-Mart. Real life meets reel life for the winners when they jet off to the West Coast to meet film executive Jeffrey Katzenberg, who gives them an opportunity to participate in a voiceover session for the animated movie Over the Hedge.

Who Wears the Pants?
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#12 - Who Wears the Pants?

Season 5 - Episode 13 - Aired 5/15/2006

The remaining four candidates are tasked with creating a new line of uniforms for an upscale hotel chain. The winners then enjoy some time out on the town.

The Final Battle
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5.16
31 votes

#13 - The Final Battle

Season 5 - Episode 14 - Aired 5/22/2006

The final two candidates are challenged to coordinate two high-profile charity events.

Season Finale
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5.16
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#14 - Season Finale

Season 5 - Episode 15 - Aired 5/29/2006

The finalists scramble to complete their most difficult tasks to date, then go head to head in the final boardroom. The winner is announced live from Los Angeles.

Get It in Gear
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5.16
32 votes

#15 - Get It in Gear

Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/13/2006

The candidates must throw a corporate retreat for car-dealership owners.