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Season 5 – The Fosters

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Stef, a dedicated police officer, is in a relationship with Lena. The two have built a close-knit family with Stef's biological son, Brandon, and adopted twins, Mariana and Jesus. When Lena meets Callie -- hardened from being in and out of foster homes -- the couple welcome her into their home, thinking it is temporary. Callie's blunt commentary about the atypical family hits a nerve with the twins, who struggle with their own identities. Then the girl discovers a secret that could land Mariana in trouble. Brandon helps Callie navigate the social scene at high school, but she skips school to meet up with an old friend. Her behavior makes Stef and Lena second-guess their decision to help her.
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Brad Newsome Sydney Morning Herald 02/22/2019
It's clear that the show's creators have put a lot of thought into their characters, plots and messages, and that these will strike a lot of chords. Go to Full Review Heather Hogan Autostraddle 07/02/2018
The Fosters really does feel like it's back on track this season, for the most part. Family drama over whatever police shenanigans Callie keeps getting caught up in any day, in my opinion. Go to Full Review Maggie Fremont New York Magazine/Vulture 01/10/2018
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It even manages to teach us one last story about the realities of being a foster parent. It's just so, so lovely. We are not worthy. Go to Full Review Michael Cuby them. 10/03/2022
During its five-season run, the series touched upon everything, from the lofty (drug addiction) to the mundane (the importance of chosen family). Go to Full Review Alci Rengifo Entertainment Voice 08/29/2018
The Fosters ends with a warm heart, just as promised and delivered. Go to Full Review Rebecca Farley Refinery29 06/06/2018
The Fosters finale is just a series of will-they-or-won't-they conclusions. Plot, in this genre, is just a series of couplings and uncouplings. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Valentinegirly @RT30278646 02/03/2024 This show started out really good, and then it started with trying to enforce their beliefs on you. I found it to be racial See more Johan Q @johanquevedor 12/23/2023 I'm in love with The Fosters. Just so beautiful. See more 09/19/2020 Season 4 was downhill, and season 5 was rock bottom. I loved that they included LGBTQ & the issues they deal with. Then it went full on liberal politics. I'm a in the middle person on politics, but this was way too left for me. The DACA situation took over the whole show, and only showed one side of the coin. They made ppl who are against illegal immigrants look like insanely hate filled monsters. The whole situation was a little exaggerated. By season 5 it got to the point where no one in the show was ever happy & the main character was always in some radical situations. I used to love this show too. It's sad to see it go in the direction it went. It started out very strong and believable. It tackled tough issues effectively. It was no where near the same show or feel in season 5. See more 08/26/2020 The only good thing to come out of this show is seeing how creatively the writers can mess up the characters' lives. Each episode something new and outlandish happens. Whenever something good happens, you know that's only so something bad can come from it. The writing is lazy. The seasons don't blend well and there's hardly an overarching plot. The decision making skills of each character are that of a toddler. The actors and actresses deserve better writing. See more 01/12/2020 Yawn.... boring agenda pushing. Predictable outcomes and dull narrative. See more 11/30/2019 Definitely worth the watch. Tackles so many everyday issues &' the cast is just amazing. Wish it never ended💕. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Teri Polo

Stef Adams Foster

Sherri Saum

Lena Adams Foster

Noah Centineo

Jesus Adams Foster

Hayden Byerly

Jude Adams Foster

David Lambert

Brandon Adams Foster

Maia Mitchell

Callie Jacob

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jul 11, 2017 Resist Stef frantically searches for Callie after she offers to help Diamond; Jesus unleashes his anger after discovering Brandon helped Emma with a deeply personal decision; Mariana leads the charge against Anchor Beach Charter's privatization. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 18, 2017 Exterminate Her Callie gets control of her life and starts auditing art classes at a local college; Jesus distances himself from Mariana and Brandon so he can build his tree house with Gabe alone; the Fosters get a new neighbor who has history with Stef. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 25, 2017 Contact Callie and Aaron go on their first official date; Mariana and Jude spearhead underground school newspaper; Noah and Jude question compatibility; Brandon and Grace take relationship to next level; new neighbors come over for a family dinner party. Details Episode 4 Aired Aug 1, 2017 Too Fast, Too Furious Callie and Aaron discuss taking their relationship to the next level; Mariana finds fulfillment training with the Latina derby team; Brandon's new girlfriend, Grace, catches him playing hero to his ex-girlfriend, Courtney. Details Episode 5 Aired Aug 8, 2017 Telling The Foster kids attend a party at the Derby warehouse, but things escalate quickly when the police arrive; Stef grows obsessed with an ongoing case at work; Courtney's presence jeopardizes Brandon's relationship with Grace. Details Episode 6 Aired Aug 15, 2017 Welcome to the Jungler Callie must decide whether to turn over a new leaf or support an important cause; Jude and Taylor's gaming videos earn them unwanted notoriety; Stef makes major headway in her case. Details Episode 7 Aired Aug 22, 2017 Chasing Waterfalls Lena's parents return for a visit; Callie and Aaron grow closer; Mariana's attempt to get closer to Logan backfires when his girlfriend catches wind of it. Details Episode 8 Aired Aug 29, 2017 Engaged Brandon's party goes south when secrets come out; Mariana and Jude attempt to convince students to vote against their school going private. Details Episode 9 Aired Sep 5, 2017 Prom Brandon has a candid conversation with Grace's mother; Ximena faces a life-changing decision when ICE agents show up at the prom. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 9, 2018 Sanctuary Ximena and Callie seek sanctuary from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in a church; the Adams Fosters offer support to the Sinfuego family as they struggle with their immigration status. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 16, 2018 Invisible Callie helps to make Ximena's fight visible; Brandon and Grace struggle to be intimate despite knowing her diagnosis; multiple suitors suddenly court Mariana. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 23, 2018 Hashtag IWasMadeInAmerica Callie and her friends create buzz for Ximena's plight at an anti-immigration rally; an unlikely source offers a key piece of evidence that may help save Anchor Beach from going private; the family celebrates Stef's birthday. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 30, 2018 Line in the Sand Brandon and Grace's ultimate senior prank ends up going a little too far; Mariana and Mat make a big decision about the future of their relationship. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 6, 2018 Scars Callie receives a surprising tip from an unexpected source; Jude tries to calm Noah's fears about his budding relationship with fellow gamer Declan. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 13, 2018 Mother's Day Stef's mother comes to visit and helps Stef cope with a tough time; Callie and Jude grapple with the memory of their biological mother. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 27, 2018 Giving Up the Ghost Stef confronts her demons and finally comes clean to Lena about what has been troubling her; Mariana and Emma go head to head, putting Poppy and Jesus in an awkward position. Details Episode 17 Aired Mar 6, 2018 Makeover Callie speaks on a panel about Ximena's struggle and realizes she may have a passion for something other than art; Mariana has two amazing dates and can't decide who she likes more. Details Episode 18 Aired Mar 13, 2018 Just Say Yes Brandon and Grace go on a road trip and discover a lot about each other; Mariana and Emma vie for a competitive internship; Stef and Lena go on a couples retreat to reconnect. Details Episode 19 Aired Mar 13, 2018 Many Roads It's graduation day for Callie and Brandon, but after some shocking news, the family wonders whether they will make it to the ceremony. Details Episode 20 Aired Jun 4, 2018 Meet the Fosters The Adams Fosters come together for some major celebrations. Details Episode 21 Aired Jun 5, 2018 Turks & Caicos The family travels to Turks and Caicos for Brandon and Eliza's wedding, where they find themselves at odds with their future in-laws; when Brandon and Eliza butt heads, Brandon turns to the person who knows him best. Details Episode 22 Aired Jun 6, 2018 Where the Heart Is After a turbulent few days in Turks and Caicos, the family starts to question if the wedding will actually take place; the mothers make a huge decision that changes the family forever. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Jennifer Lopez, Bradley Bredeweg, Peter Paige, Joanna Johnson, Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas, Benny Medina, Greg Gugliotta
Network
Freeform
Rating
TV-14 (D|L)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jul 11, 2017