Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Season 5
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 4.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
Orientation (1)
Dec 1, 2017
Coulson and the team find themselves stranded on a mysterious ship in outer space, and that's just the beginning of the nightmare to come.
Orientation (2)
Dec 1, 2017
Coulson and the team find themselves stranded on a mysterious ship in outer space, and that's just the beginning of the nightmare to come.
A Life Spent
Dec 8, 2017
Daisy decides she will rescue Simmons, even if it means risking everything to do it.
A Life Earned
Dec 15, 2017
Coulson and the team discover what their captors' true intentions are, and in space, escape is not an option.
Rewind
Dec 22, 2017
With the surprising help of Lance Hunter, nothing will stop Fitz from finding the lost team as his incredible journey is revealed.
Fun & Games
Jan 5, 2018
With Daisy's life on the line, an unexpected friend attempts to rescue her.
Together or Not at All
Jan 12, 2018
Just as the team reunites, they become prey to an undefeated Kree warrior bent on killing them all.
The Last Day
Jan 19, 2018
Coulson and the team discover that the most unexpected person from S.H.I.E.L.D.’s past may hold the key to stopping Earth’s destruction.
Best Laid Plans
Jan 26, 2018
Mack, Yo-Yo, and Flint fight to keep everyone alive by starting a revolution against the Kree.
Past Life
Feb 2, 2018
The team has one final chance to return to the timeline, but their actions may have deadly consequences.
All the Comforts of Home
Mar 2, 2018
Coulson and the team set out to rewrite the course of humanity's fate; they're unaware that their efforts will dramatically change one S.H.I.E.L.D. agent's life.
The Real Deal
Mar 9, 2018
In the milestone 100th episode, Coulson finally reveals the mysterious deal he made with Ghost Rider, which will impact everyone on the team.
Principia
Mar 16, 2018
The team goes in search of Gravitonium in order to save the world.
The Devil Complex
Mar 23, 2018
As Fitz and Simmons race to find a way to seal the Rift, they are faced with one of their greatest fears manifested.
Rise and Shine
Mar 30, 2018
Coulson uncovers General Hale's true agenda, and it could be the end of the world if S.H.I.E.L.D. doesn't help her.
Inside Voices
Apr 6, 2018
Coulson is forced to team up with surprising allies to save the world, while the S.H.I.E.L.D. team attempts to track down and rescue him.
The Honeymoon
Apr 13, 2018
While an agent's life hangs in the balance, Fitz, Simmons, and Yo-Yo attempt to neutralize a weapon that could play a role in Earth’s destruction.
All Roads Lead…
Apr 20, 2018
The team must find a way to stop Ruby before the prophesied chain reaction that can destroy the Earth is put into motion.
Option Two
Apr 27, 2018
Coulson and the team find themselves under siege at the Lighthouse.
The One Who Will Save Us All
May 4, 2018
A newly determined Talbot takes Coulson to meet the enemy and attempts to avert Earth's destruction.
The Force of Gravity
May 11, 2018
Daisy's future as the Destroyer of Worlds could take a critical change.
The End
May 18, 2018
Coulson's life or death is the challenge the team finds themselves in, as the wrong decision will cause the Destruction of Earth.