The BEST episodes of The Incredible Hulk season 5

Every episode of The Incredible Hulk season 5, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Incredible Hulk season 5!

David Banner is a research scientist trying to find a way to tap into the hidden strength that all humans possess. Then, one night in his labratory, an experiment went wrong, causing him to be overexposed to gamma radiation. Now, whenever angered or distressed, the mild-mannered scientist finds himself transforming into a powerful seven-foot green creature known as The Incredible Hulk. The Hulk is guided by David's personality, dealing with whatever distresses David. But unfortunately, David has no control over the creature's actions. Nor can he remember what he had done during his Hulkish states. He travels around the country in search of a cure, while taking various odd jobs under different aliases.

Last Updated: 9/9/2024Network: CBSStatus: Ended
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A Minor Problem
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7.15
47 votes

#1 - A Minor Problem

Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/12/1982

David enters a small deserted town that has been affected by bacteria. Now he must find an antidote for those who have been exposed to the plague--including himself.

Directors: Michael Preece
Writer: Diane Frolov
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The Phenom
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7.10
41 votes

#2 - The Phenom

Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/2/1981

David befriends a rookie baseball player who gets mixed up with a crooked sports agent.

Directors: Bernard McEveety
Writer: Reuben Leder
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Sanctuary
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7.08
40 votes

#3 - Sanctuary

Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/6/1981

While working as a caretaker at a convent, David poses as a minister in order to protect a wounded boy who has been smuggled into the United States from Mexico.

Directors: Chuck Bowman
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Slaves
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7.08
40 votes

#4 - Slaves

Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/5/1982

After being captured by an ex-convict, David is forced to work as a slave in a gold mine.

Directors: John A. Liberti
Writer: Jeri Taylor
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Veteran
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7.05
37 votes

#5 - Veteran

Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/16/1981

A disturbed man is plotting to assassinate a politician who was once a Vietnam war hero. So when David discovers evidence of the plot, he must warn the authorities before it is too late--even if it means risking his freedom.

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Triangle
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6.70
10 votes

#6 - Triangle

Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/13/1981

An irate lumber baron becomes a threat to David's relationship with a young woman, and tries to force David out of town.

Directors: Mike Vejar
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Two Godmothers
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6.21
39 votes

#7 - Two Godmothers

Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/9/1981

David is kidnapped by a trio of convicts who have escaped from a women's prison. The situation becomes even more complicated when one of the women goes into labor.

Directors: Mike Vejar
Writer: Reuben Leder
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