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The Best Episodes of Gotham Season 5

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

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Everyone knows the name Commissioner Gordon. He is one of the crime world's greatest foes, a man whose reputation is synonymous with law and order. But what is known of Gordon's story and his rise

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Gotham Season 5 Episode 7 - Legend of Dark Knight: Ace Chemicals
    8.6/10(2316 votes)

    S5:E7

    Gordon races to uncover the criminal element threatening to end talks of Gotham's reunification with the mainland. A very much alive Jeremiah returns and organizes a twisted recreation of the murder of Bruce's parents with the help of Jervis Tetch aka Mad Hatter.

    Director:John Stephens
    Writer:Tze Chun

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  2. Gotham Season 5 Episode 12 - Legend of Dark Knight: The Beginning...
    8.5/10(3340 votes)

    S5:E12

    The series flash-forwards 10 years into the future, as Bruce is set to return to Gotham for the opening of the new Wayne Tower. A series of crimes leads Gordon to believe Penguin and The Riddler are up to their old tricks. However, when Bullock is framed for a murder, Gordon begins to piece together an even more sinister plot targeting the city, and a new figure emerges from the shadows to be the hero Gotham desperately needs.

    Director:Rob Bailey
    Writer:John Stephens

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  3. Gotham Season 5 Episode 11 - Legend of Dark Knight: They Did What?
    8.4/10(2194 votes)

    S5:E11

    As Bane enacts his final plan for Gotham's destruction, Gordon rallies his former enemies to save the city. Meanwhile, Nyssa al Ghul kidnaps Barbara's newborn daughter, with ambitions to raise her as her own. Then, Bruce's decision to leave Gotham points him to his destiny, while devastating Selina.

    Director:Carol Banker
    Writer:Tze Chun

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  4. Gotham Season 5 Episode 1 - Legend of Dark Knight: Year Zero
    8.3/10(2602 votes)

    S5:E1

    No Man's Land Day 87-391—Jim Gordon and Bruce Wayne face the chaos Gotham City has become. Their mission to keep the city safe becomes more complicated as the villains who survived the attack on the city begin to resurface and claim various territories. Selina Kyle grapples with how to deal with her uncertain future.

    Director:Danny Cannon
    Writer:John Stephens

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  5. Gotham Season 5 Episode 3 - Legend of Dark Knight: Penguin, Our Hero
    8.1/10(2124 votes)

    S5:E3

    With the creation of Haven as a safe place for refugees, Gordon hopes to stop the gang fighting in Gotham. Selina is determined to find Jeremiah and she convinces Bruce to help her. Penguin goes to Haven to reclaim his staff.

    Director:Rob Bailey
    Writer:Tze Chun

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  6. Gotham Season 5 Episode 10 - Legend of Dark Knight: I Am Bane
    8.1/10(1997 votes)

    S5:E10

    On the precipice of Gotham's reunification, Gordon and Bruce find themselves face-to-face with a newly transformed Eduardo, and discover the real mastermind behind the city's current chaos. Meanwhile, a pregnant Barbara turns to Lee for help.

    Director:Kenneth Fink
    Writers:Chad Fiveash, James Patrick Stoteraux

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  7. Gotham Season 5 Episode 4 - Legend of Dark Knight: Ruin
    8.0/10(2024 votes)

    S5:E4

    Gordon and Penguin are forced to work together and alliances are shaken when Lucius, Nygma and Barbara all have different ideas of the culprit behind recent events at Haven. Selina continues her quest for revenge against Jeremiah.

    Director:Nathan Hope
    Writers:James Patrick Stoteraux, Chad Fiveash

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  8. Gotham Season 5 Episode 6 - Legend of Dark Knight: 13 Stitches
    8.0/10(2011 votes)

    S5:E6

    Gordon assembles an unlikely team to protect Gotham from Eduardo Dorrance and his Delta Force. Just as Lee Thompkins resurfaces, Barbara reveals shocking news that will change Gordon's life forever. Meanwhile, Selina and Penguin team up to outsmart fellow villain Magpie.

    Director:Ben McKenzie
    Writer:Seth Boston

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  9. Gotham Season 5 Episode 2 - Legend of Dark Knight: Trespassers
    7.9/10(2164 votes)

    S5:E2

    Gordon and Bullock investigate a location where several kids have been kidnapped. Barbara proves to be an unlikely ally to Gordon. Bruce looks into an alleged witch with healing powers for Selina. Nygma deals with demons of his own.

    Director:Louis Shaw Milito
    Writer:Danny Cannon

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  10. Gotham Season 5 Episode 5 - Legend of Dark Knight: Pena Dura
    7.9/10(2007 votes)

    S5:E5

    A military task force, led by Eduardo Dorrance is called in to provide relief to Gotham. Meanwhile, Nygma looks for answers from Penguin, who leads him back to Hugo Strange. Then, Bruce is concerned about Selina's recent behavior.

    Director:Mark Tonderai
    Writer:Iturri Sosa

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  11. Gotham Season 5 Episode 8 - Legend of Dark Knight: Nothing's Shocking
    7.6/10(1947 votes)

    S5:E8

    Bullock's past comes back to haunt him when he and Gordon investigate two murders at Sirens. Meanwhile, Bruce and Alfred explore the tunnels beneath the city, and Penguin and Nygma's plans to escape are thwarted by the least likely of suspects.

    Director:Kenneth Fink
    Writer:Seth Boston

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  12. Gotham Season 5 Episode 9 - Legend of Dark Knight: The Trial of Jim Gordon
    7.4/10(1986 votes)

    S5:E9

    After Gordon is shot in an attempt to establish a cease-fire, he hallucinates a trial for his life that could have deadly real consequences. Meanwhile, Ivy returns and puts her spell on Bruce, leaving Selina to defend herself. Lee has a life-changing moment as Barbara and Penguin consider their next moves.

    Director:Erin Richards
    Writer:Ben McKenzie

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Legend of Dark Knight: Ace Chemicals" is the best rated episode of "Gotham" season 5. It scored 8.6/10 based on 2316 votes. Directed by John Stephens and written by Tze Chun, it aired on 2/21/2019. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Legend of Dark Knight: The Beginning...".