F is for Family: Season 5
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Picks up essential narrative continuity directly following the events of F is for Family Season 4.
- Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes.
- Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons.
- Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
The Mahogany Fortress
Nov 25, 2021 · 27 min
At a family funeral, Frank deals with bottled-up emotions, Maureen befriends an embalmer, and Bill discovers the last rites can wipe away any sin.
The Rustvale Massacre
Nov 25, 2021 · 30 min
While Sue tries to broker a peace deal with her dad, Frank meets the new airline management, and Bill and Maureen get into mischief on a field trip.
Blind Alley
Nov 25, 2021 · 29 min
Sue hits the bars to look for her brother. Bill spends his Saturdays in a "scared straight" program. Kevin gets clingy after learning about Alice's ex.
Thank You So Much
Nov 25, 2021 · 29 min
On Thanksgiving, Sue stresses over her family's visit, Vic begs his neighbors for help soothing the baby, and Bob's big dream suffers a setback.
The Searchers
Nov 25, 2021 · 29 min
When Frank ducks out of a family day to scour the city for Box 16, Sue goes to a party at Vic's house. Bill and friends enjoy the perks of police life.
Screw Ups
Nov 25, 2021 · 29 min
Sue takes Maureen to church to cure her obsession with the occult, Frank gives Bill an overdue sex talk, and Kevin pours his heart out to Smokey.
A Very Merry F***ing Christmas
Nov 25, 2021 · 29 min
Inspired by his dad's words, Frank throws himself into a project at work. Sue starts a new business. The mayor takes his feud with Rosie too far.
Bye Bye, Frankie
Nov 25, 2021 · 30 min
As the town flocks to the airport for the big Christmas Eve show, Frank scrambles to keep the event on track, and Rosie plots to expose the mayor.