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The Fosters Season 5 Episodes
Season 5 Episode Guide
22 Episodes 2017 - 2018
Season 5 of this drama series opens with Stef (Teri Polo) saving Callie (Maia Mitchell) from a critical situation. After that, Callie attempts to take control of her life, applying to audit classes and going on her first official date with Aaron (Elliot Fletcher). Jesus (Noah Centineo) is furious with Brandon (David Lambert) after learning he helped Emma (Amanda Leighton) get an abortion. Meanwhile, Mariana (Cierra Ramirez) and Jude (Hayden Byerly) attempt to thwart Anchor Beach's privatization.
Episode 1
Resist
Tue, Jul 11, 2017 60 mins
In the Season 5 premiere, Stef frantically searches for Callie after she offers to help Diamond; Jesus struggles with his TBI and unleashes his anger after discovering Brandon helped Emma with a deeply-personal decision; and protests continue over Anchor Beach Charter's privatization, with Mariana leading the charge.
Episode 2
Exterminate Her
Tue, Jul 18, 2017 60 mins
Callie gets control of her life and applies to audit art classes at a local college; Jesus distances himself from Mariana and Brandon so he can build his tree house with Gabe alone; and the Fosters get a new neighbor.
Episode 3
Contact
Tue, Jul 25, 2017 60 mins
Callie and Aaron go on their first official date; Mariana and Jude spearhead an underground school paper; and Mariana is introduced to the roller-derby world.
Episode 4
Too Fast, Too Furious
Tue, Aug 1, 2017 60 mins
Callie and Aaron discuss taking their relationship to the next level; Mariana finds fulfillment training with the Latina derby team; and Brandon's new girlfriend, Grace, catches him playing hero to his ex-girlfriend, Courtney.
Episode 5
Telling
Tue, Aug 8, 2017 60 mins
The kids secretly attend a party at the derby warehouse, but things escalate when the cops show up. Elsewhere, Lena struggles with Stef's detachment from the family, as she becomes obsessed with her detective work bringing down a child molester.
Episode 6
Welcome to the Jungler
Tue, Aug 15, 2017 60 mins
Callie is torn with turning over a new leaf or supporting a cause that means a lot to her, while Jude and Taylor begin making gaming videos that earn them unwanted notoriety. Elsewhere, Stef makes major headway in her case.
Episode 7
Chasing Waterfalls
Tue, Aug 22, 2017 60 mins
Mariana tries to innocently get closer to Logan, but her plan backfires when Logan's girlfriend finds out. Meanwhile, Brandon's jealous of Courtney and Gabe's budding romance, making him question his relationship with Grace.
Episode 8
Engaged
Tue, Aug 29, 2017 60 mins
Brandon throws Mike and Ana an engagement party, which unleashes a bunch of secrets. Meanwhile, Mariana and Jude try to convince the students to vote against their school going private.
Episode 9
Prom
Tue, Sep 5, 2017 60 mins
When prom gets threatened, Mariana throws an alt prom at the Derby warehouse. Meanwhile, Brandon asks Grace to the prom and learns it may be his last night with her.
Episode 10
Sanctuary
Tue, Jan 9, 2018 60 mins
In the sanctuary of the church, Callie and family support Ximena and her family as they struggle with their immigration status.
Episode 11
Invisible
Tue, Jan 16, 2018 60 mins
Callie actively helps to make Ximena's fight visible. Meanwhile, Brandon and Grace struggle to be intimate knowing her diagnosis and Mariana is suddenly courted by multiple suitors.
Episode 12
#IWasMadeInAmerica
Tue, Jan 23, 2018 60 mins
Callie and her friends support Ximena in a big way at a conservative anti-immigration rally and get a lot of buzz for Ximena's plight. Nick provides a key piece of evidence that may help Lena save Anchor Beach from going private.
Episode 13
Line in the Sand
Tue, Jan 30, 2018 60 mins
Brandon and Grace plan the ultimate senior prank, which ends up going a little too far. Mariana and Mat make a huge decision about the future of their relationship.
Episode 14
Scars
Tue, Feb 6, 2018 61 mins
An ICE agent surprisingly reaches out to Callie with some intel. Jude tries to assuage Noah's fears about his budding relationship with fellow gamer Declan.
Episode 15
Mother's Day
Tue, Feb 13, 2018 60 mins
Stef's mom visits and helps Stef cope with a tough time. Meanwhile, Callie and Jude grapple with the memory of their biological mother.
Episode 16
Giving Up the Ghost
Tue, Feb 27, 2018 61 mins
Stef confronts her demons and finally comes clean to Lena about what's been troubling her; and Mariana and Emma find themselves going head to head, putting Poppy and Jesus in an awkward position.
Episode 17
Makeover
Tue, Mar 6, 2018 60 mins
Callie speaks on a panel about Ximena's struggle and realizes she may have a passion for something else other than art. Mariana struggles to decide who she likes more out of her two dates.
Episode 18
Just Say Yes
Tue, Mar 13, 2018 60 mins
Brandon and Grace go on a road trip and discover a lot about each other. Mariana and Emma compete for an internship. Stef and Lena try to reconnect on a couples retreat.
Episode 19
Many Roads
Tue, Mar 13, 2018 42 mins
It's graduation day for Callie and Brandon, but after some shocking news, the family wonders whether they will make it to the ceremony.
Episode 20
Meet the Fosters
Mon, Jun 4, 2018 60 mins
Part 1 of 3. The family comes together for some major celebrations.
Episode 21
Turks & Caicos
Tue, Jun 5, 2018 60 mins
Part 2 of 3. The family heads to Turks & Caicos for Brandon and Eliza's wedding, where they find themselves butting heads with their future in-laws.
Episode 22
Where the Heart Is
Wed, Jun 6, 2018 60 mins
Conclusion. In the series finale, the moms make a huge decision that will change everyone's lives.
