The Conners: 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 The Conners 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
Double Honeymoon and Seeing Double
Sep 21, 2022
In an effort to save money, Darlene and Ben join Jackie and Neville on a joint honeymoon, where the newlyweds’ cost-saving measures contribute to a tension-filled getaway. Dan, Bec
Scenes From Two Marriages: The Parrot Doth Protest Too Much
Sep 28, 2022
Jackie moves in with Neville and discovers that being newlyweds produces new problems when Neville shows up to their home with an excess of animals from his vet office. Meanwhile,
Driving, Dating and Deceit
Oct 5, 2022
Mark is anxious to get his driver’s license when a job opportunity presents itself across town. Darlene attempts to teach him to drive, but her frantic energy sends him running to
Parent Traps and Heart Attacks
Oct 12, 2022
When a relative passes away unexpectedly, the family must debate about who should gain custody of a jaded nephew, who is just shy of his 18th birthday.
A Little Weed and a Bad Seed
Oct 19, 2022
Problems arise on Beverly Rose’s first day of kindergarten, and Becky and Darlene have a disagreement that leads to further turmoil. Elsewhere, Harris advises an unusual solution f
Book Bans and Guillotine Hands
Oct 26, 2022
It’s Halloween at the Conners, and Dan encourages the family to decorate the house. When everyone is feeling too busy and overwhelmed to help, Becky tries to take matters into her
Take This Job and Shove It Twice
Nov 2, 2022
Darlene receives a promotion at her company, but she quickly learns the fancy title is not all it’s cracked up to be. Meanwhile, when Louise loses her job at Casita Bonita, an oppo
Of Missing Minds and Missing Fries
Nov 16, 2022
It’s Thanksgiving at the Conners and Jackie must come to terms with her mother, Beverly, becoming ill. Meanwhile, Darlene is on the job hunt which proves to be more difficult than
Crumbs and Couch Surfers
Nov 30, 2022
Darlene, Ben, Becky and Beverly Rose move into the new house, where Darlene implements a new set of rules. Meanwhile, Harris welcomes a guest at Dan and Louise’s.
The Dog Days of Christmas
Dec 7, 2022
Dan meets his in-laws for the first time when Louise's family comes to visit; Darlene helps Becky with a parenting problem.
Two More Years and a Stolen Rose
Jan 11, 2023
The death of a beloved teacher from Dan and Jackie’s high school brings old classmates together. Elsewhere, Becky asks Darlene and Ben for a big favor.
Stuck in the Middle and Stuck in the Past
Jan 18, 2023
Darlene and Ben get into a fight and ignore Becky’s boundaries in the house. Elsewhere, Dan accuses Jackie of losing all of their home videos.
New Pipes and Old Secrets
Feb 8, 2023
Darlene has issues with Dan’s plumbing work in her new house. Elsewhere, Jackie tries to find a caregiver for Bev.
Adding Insult to Injury
Feb 15, 2023
Darlene continues her search for a new job. Elsewhere, Becky is desperate to spend more time with Beverly Rose.
Possums, Pregnancy and Patriarchy
Feb 22, 2023
Harris makes a big announcement. Meanwhile, Ben is overwhelmed with family responsibilities.
Hiding In and Moving Out
Mar 1, 2023
Harris takes her anger out on Darlene. Elsewhere, Dan and Louise spend an entire day in bed together.
The Contra Hearings and the Midnight Gambler
Mar 8, 2023
Mark fights for a spot in the Lanford High chamber orchestra. Elsewhere, Jackie puts a lottery machine in the Lunch Box.
Road Trip and Guilt Trip
Mar 15, 2023
Dan and Jackie take a road trip to a hardware wholesaler in Oklahoma. Meanwhile, Darlene heads out of town and leaves behind a plethora of to-do notes for Becky and Ben.
Text Thread and the Marital Bed
Apr 5, 2023
Louise gets into a feud with Becky after accidentally sending a rude message in the family text thread. Meanwhile, Darlene tries to spice up her sex life with Ben.
What's So Funny About Peas, Love and Understanding?
Apr 19, 2023
Darlene figures out a new plan to afford Mark's college tuition. Meanwhile, Jackie and Louise try to help Becky meet a new guy.
Dating, Drinking and Grifter Logic
Apr 26, 2023
Neville confronts Jackie about loaning Dan money. Darlene attempts to play matchmaker for Mark.
The Grad Finale
May 3, 2023
As Mark’s graduation approaches, he considers his relationship with his father. Meanwhile, Louise plans a big graduation ceremony at the Lunch Box.