Portlandia: 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 Portlandia 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
The Story of Toni and Candace
Jan 8, 2015
In 1991, a merger between two corporate book retailers pits young, sexy, shoulder-pad wearing Toni and Candace against one another in fierce competition to oversee the Chick Lit De
The Fiancée
Jan 15, 2015
A visit from Lance’s Mom and her new boyfriend puts pressure on Lance and Nina’s relationship.
Healthcare
Jan 22, 2015
A series of health ailments create a desperate search for medical solutions.
SeaWorld
Jan 29, 2015
The Ecoterroists travel to San Diego to take down their next target: Seaworld.
4th of July
Feb 5, 2015
Kath and Dave attempt the ultimate Independence Day BBQ. The Mayor and Sam search the deep web for truly spectacular fireworks.
Fashion
Feb 12, 2015
Portland’s Dollar Store recruits Quinn as the face for their rebranding campaign. Spyke faces trial for making unlicensed Bart Simpson merchandise.
Doug Becomes a Feminist
Feb 19, 2015
Doug discovers that he is a male feminist. Sandra takes a rideshare for the first time.
House for Sale
Feb 26, 2015
Fred and Carrie's landlord moves into their house; Kath and Dave decide to buy a new home for their next renovation project.
You Can Call Me Al
Mar 5, 2015
Kath and Dave get a little frantic when they need to rehearse for a karaoke party.
Dead Pets
Mar 12, 2015
Police begin profiling weirdos after arsonists burn down a taxidermy shop.