Babylon 5: Season 5

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Syndicated | Other | SYN | Season Premiere Date: January 21, 1998

Starring: Jeff Conaway, Jerry Doyle, Peter Jurasik

Summary: The Emmy-winning Babylon 5 brought many exciting innovations to science fiction television. Computer-generated effects, five-year story arcs, and elaborate mythology made this series stand apart from what came before and point the next generation of sci-fi/fantasy series in bold new directions. This show realized creator J. MichaelThe Emmy-winning Babylon 5 brought many exciting innovations to science fiction television. Computer-generated effects, five-year story arcs, and elaborate mythology made this series stand apart from what came before and point the next generation of sci-fi/fantasy series in bold new directions. This show realized creator J. Michael Straczynski's vision of creating a five-season novel for television. Its stories proved that one person can make a difference, that the choices we make (right or wrong, good or bad) have far-reaching consequences, and that humanity is far greater and nobler than given credit for being.Babylon 5 is a five-mile long space station located in neutral space. Built by the Earth Alliance in the 2250s, it's goal is to maintain peace among the various alien races by providing a sanctuary where grievances and negotiations can be worked out among duly appointed ambassadors. A council made up of representatives from the five major space-faring civilizations - the Earth Alliance, Mimbari Federation, Centarui Republic, Narn Regime, and Vorlon Empire - work with the League of Non-Aligned Worlds to keep interstellar relations under control. Aside from its diplomatic function, Babylon 5 also serves as a military post for Earth and a port of call for travellers, traders, businessmen, criminals, and Rangers. A floating city home to a quarter of a million humans and aliens is bound to experience problems; Babylon 5 has problems in abundance. Its senior staff of Earth Alliance officers - along with the most prominent members of the diplomatic community - deal with personal problems, cultural differences, threats to station security, and interstellar crises on a regular basis. Old prejudices and unresolved issues leftover from the Earth-Mimbari War and the Centauri occupation of Narn lead to unexpected developments. Pro-Human groups and a corrupt government make the Earth of the future far from paradise. Telepaths seek refuge from the militant Psi Corps while the Mars colony desires support in its bid for independence. And then there is the growing presence of Shadows in regions close by and on the Outer Rim of known space. Fate has decreed that Babylon 5 be crucial to deciding the outcome of all of these conflicts.… Expand

Genre(s): Drama, Fantasy, Suspense, Science Fiction

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Season 5 Episodes

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S5:E22. Sleeping in Light
Air Date: November 25, 1998
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S5:E21. Objects at Rest
Air Date: November 18, 1998
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S5:E20. Objects in Motion
Air Date: November 11, 1998

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Kai82

Oct 25, 2021

Season 5 is named „Wheel of Fire“. Because they were not sure that they get this season greenlighted the mayor arcs were concluded in season 4. This means 2 things. Firstly it is a new start for another big arc that will be set up here. Secondly it is weaker than the previous seasons as aSeason 5 is named „Wheel of Fire“. Because they were not sure that they get this season greenlighted the mayor arcs were concluded in season 4. This means 2 things. Firstly it is a new start for another big arc that will be set up here. Secondly it is weaker than the previous seasons as a lot of material was used to end the show with a satisfying conclusion in season 4. A good decision by the way as many shows ended in a less than enjoyable way because the next season was canceled. Sadly it means also more improvising and it is the weakest season of the show. This means not garbage as there are still great ideas, characters, developments and stories. It has the strengths of the show. Maybe I am even to harsh because the former season set up the bars higher. Lets start with a set up: The conflict with the Shadows and Volons is solved and the elder races left the galaxy. They have given the baton to the younger races as teachers for the next races and say they can join them if they advance to their level. Earth has been liberated and both sides try to repair the damages. Sadly many people on both side fought for the same things. The Minbari civil war is over too and the worker caste is in charge. The races of the galaxy have formed an Interstellar Alliance and John Sheridan will be the president. This is the set up for the season and you see that most mayor points are solved. However some of the Shadows servant races might be a problem. It has the strengths of the show with great characters and development, good stories and a well crafted world and lore. Like I said it reaches not the levels from the other seasons. I want to thank Joseph Michael Straczynski here for his creativity and the show. Same goes for the whole cast of actors and characters. It was a great and intense ride and you all won me over. You have become my favorite cast of characters with only DS9 competing. Lets continue with my favorite episodes: “No compromises” sets up the new status quo and introduces Elizabeth Lochley who is the new captain of Babylon 5. Also a group of telepaths on the run from the Psi Corps lead by the charismatic Byron is introduced. “The very Long Night of Londo Mollari” for Londo and his growth. “A few from the Gallery” is a nice change in pace and shows Babylon 5 from the view of the small faceless people. Great idea and execution. “Secrets of Soul” continues with a story no one expected. After the twist I was amazed. It is bold, meaningful and something other shows would never do. A must see even for non fans. “Day of the Dead” for the idea, character characterization and good story. “The Ragged Edge” deals with G’Kar who has become larger than life because his diary / book was unbeknownst to him multiplied and millions are inspired. He does not want it. Great humor and story. “And all my Dreams, torn Assunder” and “Movements of Fire and Shadows” sets up the new menace, gives answers and new questions. “Objects in Motion” for Garibaldi, Theresa and the ending. “Sleeping in Light” for the conclusion for giving the conclusion that is satisfying and bittersweet. Overall this was still a worthwhile season and a great show. It deserved a place as one of the best science fiction shows ever made.… Expand

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ForReals13

Apr 10, 2018

No Compromises C+. The Very Long Night Of Londo Mollari B-.
The Paragon Of Animals C+. A View From The Gallery B-.
Learning Curve C. Strange Relations C-. Secrets Of The Soul D+. Day Of The Dead B. In The Kingdom Of The Blind C+. A Tragedy Of Telepaths C+. Phoenix Rising C. The RaggedNo Compromises C+. The Very Long Night Of Londo Mollari B-.
The Paragon Of Animals C+. A View From The Gallery B-.
Learning Curve C. Strange Relations C-. Secrets Of The Soul D+.
Day Of The Dead B. In The Kingdom Of The Blind C+.
A Tragedy Of Telepaths C+. Phoenix Rising C.
The Ragged Edge C+.
The Corps Is Mother The Corps Is Father B-.
Meditations On The Abyss C+. Darkness Ascending B.
And All My Dreams Torn Asunder A-.
Movements Of Fire And Shadow A-.
The Fall Of Centauri Prime A. The Wheel Of Fire B.
Objects In Motion B. Objects At Rest B. Sleeping In Light A.… Expand

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Thradar

May 3, 2011

The 5th and final season that culminated with a conflict with telepaths. JMS was scrambling at the end to fill a 5th season he wasn't expecting. I actually prefer the cheesyness and growing pains of season 1 to this 5th season. I just despise the Byron character. BUT, if you made it thisThe 5th and final season that culminated with a conflict with telepaths. JMS was scrambling at the end to fill a 5th season he wasn't expecting. I actually prefer the cheesyness and growing pains of season 1 to this 5th season. I just despise the Byron character. BUT, if you made it this far you have to see it to the end...and the final episode is great.… Expand

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 5

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- Season 5 Overview
  Air Date: January 21, 1998
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  S5:E22. Sleeping in Light
  Air Date: November 25, 1998
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  S5:E21. Objects at Rest
  Air Date: November 18, 1998
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  S5:E20. Objects in Motion
  Air Date: November 11, 1998
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  S5:E19. The Wheel of Fire
  Air Date: November 4, 1998
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  S5:E18. The Fall of Centauri Prime (2)
  Air Date: October 28, 1998
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  S5:E17. Movements of Fire and Shadow (1)
  Air Date: June 17, 1998
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  S5:E16. And All My Dreams, Torn Asunder
  Air Date: June 10, 1998
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  S5:E15. Darkness Ascending
  Air Date: June 3, 1998
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  S5:E14. Meditations on the Abyss
  Air Date: May 27, 1998
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  S5:E13. The Corps is Mother, the Corps is Father
  Air Date: April 15, 1998
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  S5:E12. The Ragged Edge
  Air Date: April 8, 1998
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  S5:E11. Phoenix Rising
  Air Date: April 1, 1998
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  S5:E10. A Tragedy of Telepaths
  Air Date: March 25, 1998
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  S5:E9. In the Kingdom of the Blind
  Air Date: March 18, 1998
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  S5:E8. Day of the Dead
  Air Date: March 11, 1998
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  S5:E7. Secrets of the Soul
  Air Date: March 4, 1998
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  S5:E6. Strange Relations
  Air Date: February 25, 1998
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  S5:E5. Learning Curve
  Air Date: February 18, 1998
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  S5:E4. A View from the Gallery
  Air Date: February 11, 1998
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  S5:E3. The Paragon of Animals
  Air Date: February 4, 1998
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  S5:E2. The Very Long Night of Londo Mollari
  Air Date: January 28, 1998
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  S5:E1. No Compromises
  Air Date: January 21, 1998
Season 4

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  Air Date: November 7, 1996
Season 3

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  Air Date: November 9, 1995
Season 2

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  Air Date: November 2, 1994
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: January 24, 1994