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Friday Night Lights Season 5 Episode release dates & where to watch

Premiered

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Ended: Wednesday, February 9, 2011

When does Friday Night Lights Season 5 come out?

Friday Night Lights Season 5 premiered Wednesday, October 27, 2010 on The 101 and ended Wednesday, February 9, 2011. The season has 13 episodes.

In the fifth and final season, everyone is playing for keeps. The East Dillon Lions are back and competing at a top caliber level, but that only means the town’s expectations are running higher than ever. When a controversy erupts that takes the whole town by storm, Coach Taylor feels he’s losing his grip on the team. Luke faces pressure at the prospect of becoming QB-1, Billy learns some surprising news from Mindy, Becky starts a surprising new job and Tami is caught off guard by Julie’s plans. Will the Lions go state? Will the coach leave the team? That may be the least of the town’s worries in the powerful series finale that culminates in a true championship ending.

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Friday Night Lights Season 5 release schedule

Friday Night Lights Season 5 episode release dates
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1. Expectations

Coach tempers high expectations for East Dillon's impending season; Vince and Luke work to recruit a new player for the Lions' squad; Dillon bids farewell to two alumni as they prepare to leave for college.

Wednesday · 16 years ago

2. On the Outside Looking In

Eric realizes that the Lions' performance in the first game of the season hasn't satisfied everyone; Vince receives unexpected benefits from his status as a football player; and Luke's aggression on the field has repercussions.

Wednesday · 16 years ago

3. The Right Hand of the Father

Someone from Vince's past resurfaces. Julie connects with a faculty member. Eric tries to instill discipline in the team. Buddy is troubled after learning something about his son.

Wednesday · 16 years ago

4. Keep Looking

Coach is forced to play mediator as tensions erupt in the locker room. Luke gets recruited. Buddy deals with the trials and tribulations of fatherhood. Tami deals with a troubled student. The Lions welcome a new player.

Wednesday · 15 years ago

5. Kingdom

Coach discusses recruitment regulations. The Lions take a road trip. East Dillon's four stars make a pact. Julie's relationship becomes more complicated.

Wednesday · 15 years ago

6. Swerve

A popular magazine hails Coach as the "Kingmaker." Vince's past catches up to him. Luke reacts to the truth. A suspicious accident delays Julie's return to college.

Wednesday · 15 years ago

7. Perfect Record

Rivalry week stirs up controversy. Vince is caught in the middle between Coach and Ornette. Billy takes Luke under his wing.

Wednesday · 15 years ago

8. Fracture

Coach fears he's beginning to lose his grip on the team. Tami worries that one of her students is being neglected. Vince alienates his teammates. Becky enters a beauty pageant.

Wednesday · 15 years ago

9. Gut Check

Coach threatens to suspend Vince. Luke faces pressure. Billy learns some surprising news from Mindy. Becky starts a surprising new job.

Wednesday · 15 years ago

10. Don't Go

An elite college football program attempts to lure Coach away from East Dillon. Vince vows to earn his spot back. Friends and family speak at Tim's parole hearing. East Dillon holds a Fall Sports Banquet.

Wednesday · 15 years ago

11. The March

Coach Taylor feels threatened as East Dillon faces serious budget cuts; Tami is flown to Pennsylvania for the opportunity of a lifetime; The Lions begin their quest for state; Vince becomes the man of the house again.

Wednesday · 15 years ago

12. Texas Whatever

Coach Taylor is offered a deal he can’t refuse; Tim assesses his future plans when an old flame returns to Dillon; The fate of East Dillon’s football program is decided.

Wednesday · 15 years ago

13. Always Finale

While the Lions prepare for the state championship game, the Taylors face several decisions that could change their lives forever.

Wednesday · 15 years ago

Friday Night Lights Season 5 guest stars

  • Taylor Kitsch

    Taylor Kitsch

    Tim Riggins

  • Zach Gilford

    Zach Gilford

    Matt Saracen

  • Lamarcus Tinker

    Lamarcus Tinker

    Dallas Tinker

  • Brandon Noack

    Paramedic (uncredited)

  • Joshua Moody

    Joshua Moody

    Lion's Player #1

  • Stephanie Hunt

    Devin Boland

Friday Night Lights Season 5 FAQ

When does Friday Night Lights Season 5 come out?

Friday Night Lights Season 5 premiered Wednesday, October 27, 2010 on The 101.

How many episodes are in Friday Night Lights Season 5?

Friday Night Lights Season 5 has 13 episodes.

Are new episodes of Friday Night Lights Season 5 released weekly?

New episodes are released weekly.

When is the Friday Night Lights Season 5 finale?

The Friday Night Lights Season 5 finale (Episode 13) aired Wednesday, February 9, 2011.

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