Season 5

2017 · 13 episodes

The power dynamics at Litchfield shift dramatically as the inmates react to a tragedy in an explosive new season.

1Riot FOMOAs the standoff at the prison spirals into a full-blown riot, enterprising inmates take advantage of the confusion. Taystee confronts Caputo.
2F*ck, Marry, FriedaMaria convenes a special assembly in the chapel as the inmates plot their next move. Frieda makes use of the survival skills she learned as a kid.
3Pissters!Linda begins to see the prison in a new light, while Judy grows desperate to escape. With darkness falling, the inmates compile a list of demands.
4Litchfield's Got TalentRed and Blanca dig for dirt on Piscatella. Suzanne conducts a séance. The guards show off their talents for "Litchfield Idol" judges Leanne and Angie.
5Sing It, White EffieWhen the inmates' antics make the morning news, Flaca and Maritza soak up the spotlight. Brandy and her crew auction off Judy to the highest bidder.
6Flaming Hot Cheetos, LiterallyBoo defends Doggett, Janae consoles Soso, and Lorna comes on to Nicky. While Alex lays low in the yard, Piper decides to take a stand.
7Full Bush, Half SnickersBlack Cindy concocts a scheme to distract Suzanne when she spirals out of control. Taystee and Piper search for ways to honor Poussey's memory.
8Tied to the TracksWhile Taystee sits down with a negotiator, Red and Blanca put their own plan into action. Gloria counsels Daya and asks Caputo for a favor.
9The TighteningRed senses trouble, but the others are convinced she's just paranoid. Taystee and Black Cindy enlist an unlikely ally, and two old friends clash.
10The Reverse Midas TouchTaystee tries to keep the negotiations on track. Angie comes up with an idea for fixing Leanne's finger. Piscatella's past is revealed.
11Breaking the Fiberboard CeilingRed and the others weigh their options. Gloria wrestles with her conscience as she moves forward with a plan. Lorna takes over the pharmacy.
12Tattoo YouBoo dabbles in blackmail, Nicky promises to help Lorna, Doggett makes a discovery, and Piper comes to a realization about Alex.
13Storm-y WeatherAs chaos descends on Litchfield three days into the riot, the inmates wonder what the future holds and seek solace in loved ones.

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