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The Best Episodes of Dancing with the Stars Season 5

Every episode of Dancing with the Stars Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Dancing with the Stars Season 5!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 1 - Season 5 Premiere - Performance Show 1A
    6.7/10(44 votes)

    #1 - Season 5 Premiere - Performance Show 1A

    S5:E1

    Season Five opens with the first of two nights of performances. Tonight is ladies night as this year's six female celebrities perform either the cheeky Cha Cha or the sophisticated Foxtrot.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 2 - Performance Show 1B
    6.8/10(31 votes)

    #2 - Performance Show 1B

    S5:E2

    On this second night of performances, the men will dance either the Cha Cha or the Foxtrot.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 3 - Results Show 1
    6.0/10(28 votes)

    #3 - Results Show 1

    S5:E3

    The first celebrity is voted off. Who will stay and who will go? Dolly Parton and Tap dancing legend Savion Glover perform.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 4 - Performance Show 2
    6.0/10(28 votes)

    #4 - Performance Show 2

    S5:E4

    Now that Josie Maran has been eliminated, only eleven celebrities remain. Each remaining celebrity will either dance the Mambo or the Quickstep.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 5 - Results Show 2
    5.6/10(27 votes)

    #5 - Results Show 2

    S5:E5

    This is the second live results show of the season. Who will stay and who will go? A special musical guest also performs.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 6 - Performance Show 3
    6.0/10(29 votes)

    #6 - Performance Show 3

    S5:E6

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 7 - Results Show 3
    5.8/10(33 votes)

    #7 - Results Show 3

    S5:E7

    This is the third live results show of the season. Who will stay and who will go? A special musical guest also performs.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 8 - Performance Show 4
    6.2/10(29 votes)

    #8 - Performance Show 4

    S5:E8

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 9 - Results Show 4
    5.7/10(27 votes)

    #9 - Results Show 4

    S5:E9

    This is the fourth live results show. Who will stay and who will go? Gloria Estefan performs

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 10 - Performance Show 5
    6.5/10(28 votes)

    #10 - Performance Show 5

    S5:E10

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 11 - Results Show 5
    5.5/10(31 votes)

    #11 - Results Show 5

    S5:E11

    This is the fifth live results show of the season. Who will stay and who will go? A special musical guest also performs.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 12 - Performance Show 6
    6.5/10(28 votes)

    #12 - Performance Show 6

    S5:E12

    It's down to the remaining couples and their final dances, including the much anticipated Freestyle dance. This is the last chance for the couple to shine and win your vote before tomorrow's live finale.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 13 - Results Show 6
    6.3/10(25 votes)

    #13 - Results Show 6

    S5:E13

    It's the fifth season finale for Dancing With The Stars. All of the eliminated couples have returned for one last spin across the dance floor. The winner of this season is announced in front of a live audience.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 14 - Performance Show 7
    7.1/10(34 votes)

    #14 - Performance Show 7

    S5:E14

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 15 - Results Show 7
    5.8/10(25 votes)

    #15 - Results Show 7

    S5:E15

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 16 - Performance Show 8
    6.4/10(28 votes)

    #16 - Performance Show 8

    S5:E16

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 17 - Results Show 8
    5.4/10(21 votes)

    #17 - Results Show 8

    S5:E17

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 18 - Performance Show 9
    6.2/10(27 votes)

    #18 - Performance Show 9

    S5:E18

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 19 - Results Show 9
    5.3/10(28 votes)

    #19 - Results Show 9

    S5:E19

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 20 - Performance Show 10
    6.4/10(25 votes)

    #20 - Performance Show 10

    S5:E20

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Dancing with the Stars Season 5 Episode 21 - Results Show 10
    6.5/10(30 votes)

    #21 - Results Show 10

    S5:E21

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    Director:Unknown
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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Season 5 Premiere - Performance Show 1A" is the best rated episode of "Dancing with the Stars" season 5. It scored 6.7/10 based on 44 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/24/2007. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Performance Show 1B".