The BEST episodes of The Originals season 5
Every episode of The Originals season 5, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Originals season 5!
Though once pledged to remain together through the test of time, the Mikaelson's — the first and original family of vampires — have been torn apart over the thousands of years of their existence. When Klaus Mikaelson, the original vampire-werewolf hybrid, receives a mysterious tip that a plot is brewing against him in the supernatural melting pot that is the French Quarter of New Orleans, he returns to the city his family helped build. Klaus, along with his siblings Elijah and Rebekah, must take back the city that once belonged to them, while avoiding a war between the vampires, werewolves and witches that populate the French Quarter.
#1 - When the Saints Go Marching In
Season 5 - Episode 13 - Aired 8/1/2018
Intent on saving Hope's life, Klaus' plan will change the lives of the Mikaelson family forever.
#2 - The Tale of Two Wolves
Season 5 - Episode 12 - Aired 7/25/2018
With Hope facing a life-threatening affliction and deteriorating quickly, Klaus travels to Mystic Falls to seek help from Caroline. Tasked with keeping Hope preoccupied in Mystic Falls, Elijah comes to a heartbreaking realization about his niece. Meanwhile, at the Salvatore School for the Young and Gifted, a run-in with Alaric Saltzman throws a wrench into Klaus’ plan.
#3 - What, Will, I, Have, Left
Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/30/2018
Hope sets off on a dangerous mission to end the mess she started, and Klaus turns to Caroline for help when he discovers Hope's plan. Plus, Vincent and Freya clash over Declan.
#4 - The Kindness of Strangers
Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/13/2018
As pressing matters rage on in New Orleans, the Mikaelson siblings find themselves forced to set aside their differences and work together to escape a "chambre de chasse."
#5 - Where You Left Your Heart
Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/18/2018
Desperate to see her father Klaus after seven years, Hope resorts to drastic measures to bring him back to New Orleans.
#6 - There in the Disappearing Light
Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 7/11/2018
Klaus helps Hope cope with her pain in an unconventional way. A figure from Elijah's past comes back seeking help. Elsewhere, Marcel takes on the nightwalkers, while Vincent deals with the fallout of a fateful decision.
#7 - Ne Me Quitte Pas
Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/2/2018
In the immediate aftermath of having his memory erased by Marcel, Elijah awakens to find himself in the middle of nowhere and without a clue as to who he is. Unable to control his instinctive vampire ways, Elijah encounters Antoinette, a beautiful and free-spirited vampire, who helps him navigate his new life. However, a run-in with Klaus threatens to destroy the peace he’s finally found.
#8 - God's Gonna Trouble the Water
Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/6/2018
Ivy reveals some startling news to Klaus about the dark magic that’s been keeping him away from his family. Elijah turns to some unexpected allies to save Antoinette’s life.
#9 - One Wrong Turn On Bourbon
Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/25/2018
When a mysterious disappearance brings Klaus back to New Orleans, Hope looks forward to the prospect of seeing her father again. However, when the dark magic that had been keeping them apart begins to manifest in dangerous ways across the city, Vincent turns to Ivy for guidance about what it may mean. Elsewhere, Marcel returns to New Orleans amidst increased tensions between the supernatural factions, while Freya makes a decision about her future with Keelin. Finally, Roman’s surprise visit to the Mikaelson compound forces Hope to reveal some dark truths about her family.
#10 - Don't It Just Break Your Heart
Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/16/2018
A mysterious clue sent to Klaus leads him one step closer to finding Hayley. Antoinette opens up to Elijah after her past comes back to haunt her. Meanwhile, Marcel makes a decision that puts him at odds with Klaus. Finally, Hope takes matters into her own hands to fix the mess that she’s created.
#11 - We Have Not Long to Love
Season 5 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/20/2018
Vincent, Marcel and Josh work to clean up the city, when an uprising of purist vampires leads the supernatural factions into a deadly showdown. Hope faces the consequences of trying to bring her family together. Freya makes a big decision.
#12 - Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea
Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/9/2018
Frustrated by the lack of progress made in the search for Hayley, Klaus turns up the heat by taking hostages from each of the three New Orleans supernatural factions. Freya goes to Mystic Falls to check on Hope, who has been sent back to the Salvatore School. Vincent seeks guidance from Ivy after learning that Klaus’ erratic behavior is escalating.
#13 - ‘Til the Day I Die
Season 5 - Episode 11 - Aired 7/18/2018
Klaus turns to Davina for help to learn more about a mysterious affliction affecting Hope. On their wedding day, Freya and Keelin make a tough decision about their future together, while Elijah is forced to confront a past memory of Hayley. Finally, Declan’s growing curiosity in the city’s supernatural secrets forces Marcel to step in.