As of July 2026, The Fosters Season 5 aired in 2017 with 22 episodes — streaming now on Disney Plus. Full episode guide and where to watch below.
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The Fosters Season 5

2017 22 Episodes Drama ⭐ 7/10

If you want a drama that takes its characters as seriously as its plot, The Fosters Season 5 is available on and right now. A compact run that never overstays its welcome. 333 viewers have already rated it on TMDB — the kind of consensus that does not happen by accident. Teri Polo's performance alone is worth the time investment. Available now — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

There is a reason The Fosters Season 5 keeps coming up in conversation. Character-driven storytelling at its most effective — The Fosters Season 5 earns every emotional beat it goes for. Season 5 of The Fosters includes 22 episodes. It aired from July 2017 to June 2018. This season stars Teri Polo, Sherri Saum and Hayden Byerly. Teri Polo and Sherri Saum lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 2017. What elevates The Fosters Season 5 is a refusal to let any character off the hook too easily. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

Viewers drawn to character-driven storytelling will find plenty to sit with in The Fosters Season 5. If you have run out of similar titles to watch, this is a strong next pick. The complete run is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Teri Polo anchors a cast that never overplays its hand. The kind of drama that stays with you well after the finale.

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🎬 The Fosters Season 5 — Episode Guide

E1
Resist
2017-07-11
Stef frantically searches for Callie after she offers to help Diamond, thinking she has nothing to lose after accepting the plea deal. Struggling with his TBI, Jesus unleashes his anger after discovering Brandon helped Emma with a deeply personal decision. With Mariana leading the charge, protests c...
E2
Exterminate Her
2017-07-18
Callie gets control of her life and applied to audit art classes at a local college. Jesus distances himself from Mariana and Brandon so he can build his treehouse with Gabe alone. The Fosters get a new neighbor.
E3
Contact
2017-07-25
Callie and Aaron go on their first official date. Mariana and Jude spearhead an underground school newspaper. Noah and Jude question their compatibility, while Brandon and Grace take their relationship to the next level. The moms have their new neighbors over for a family dinner party.
E4
Too Fast, Too Furious
2017-08-01
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.
E5
Telling
2017-08-08
The Fosters kids attend a party at the Derby warehouse, but things escalate quickly when the cops show up. Lena struggles when Stef starts to become obsessed with an ongoing case at work, meanwhile Brandon’s relationship with Grace is put into jeopardy with Courtney back in his life.
E6
Welcome to the Jungler
2017-08-15
Callie is torn with turning over a new leaf or supporting a cause that means a lot to her, while Jude and Taylor begin making gaming videos that earn them unwanted notoriety. Stef makes major headway in her case.
E7
Chasing Waterfalls
2017-08-22
Lena’s parents are back in town for a visit, while Callie and Aaron get closer than ever before. Mariana tries to get closer to Logan, but it backfires when his girlfriend catches wind of it.
E8
Engaged
2017-08-29
Brandon throws a party which turns south when secrets are revealed. Mariana and Jude try to convince the students to vote against their school going private.
E9
Prom
2017-09-05
It’s prom night at Anchor Beach. Grace’s mom has a candid conversation with Brandon, meanwhile Ximena faces a life-altering decision when ICE agents show up at prom.
E10
Sanctuary
2018-01-09
Ximena and Callie are still in the church seeking sanctuary from ICE. The Adams Fosters’ offer support to the Sinfuego family as they struggle with their immigration status.
E11
Invisible
2018-01-16
Callie actively helps to make Ximena’s fight visible. Meanwhile, Brandon and Grace struggle to be intimate knowing her diagnosis and Mariana is suddenly courted by multiple suitors.
E12
#IWasMadeInAmerica
2018-01-23
Callie and her friends support Ximena in a big way at a conservative anti-immigration rally and get a lot of buzz for Ximena’s plight. Meanwhile, an unlikely source offers a key piece of evidence that may help save Anchor Beach from going private and the family celebrates Stef’s birthday.
E13
Line in the Sand
2018-01-30
Brandon and Grace plan the ultimate senior prank which ends up going a little too far. Mariana and Mat make a huge decision about the future of their relationship.
E14
Scars
2018-02-06
Callie receives a surprising tip from an unexpected source. Meanwhile, Jude tries to assuage Noah’s fears about his budding relationship with fellow gamer Declan.
E15
Mother's Day
2018-02-13
Stef’s mom comes to visit and helps Stef cope with a tough time. Meanwhile, Callie and Jude grapple with the memory of their biological mother.
E16
Giving Up the Ghost
2018-02-27
Stef confronts her demons and finally comes clean to Lena about what’s been troubling her. Mariana and Emma find themselves going head to head, putting Poppy and Jesus in an awkward position.
E17
Makeover
2018-03-06
Callie speaks on a panel about Ximena’s struggle and realizes she may have a passion for something other than art. Meanwhile, Mariana is torn between two suitors.
E18
Just Say Yes
2018-03-13
Brandon and Grace go on a road trip and discover a lot about each other, while Mariana and Emma vie for a competitive internship. Stef and Lena go on a couples retreat to reconnect.
E19
Many Roads
2018-03-13
It’s graduation day for Callie and Brandon, but after some shocking news, the family wonders whether they will make it to the ceremony.
E20
Meet The Fosters
2018-06-04
One year later, the Adams Fosters comes together for some major celebrations.

🎭 Cast of The Fosters Season 5

Teri Polo
Teri Polo
Stef Foster
Sherri Saum
Sherri Saum
Lena Adams
Hayden Byerly
Hayden Byerly
Jude Jacob
Noah Centineo
Noah Centineo
Jesus Foster
David Lambert
David Lambert
Brandon Foster
Maia Mitchell
Maia Mitchell
Callie Adams Foster
Danny Nucci
Danny Nucci
Mike Foster
Cierra Ramirez
Cierra Ramirez
Mariana Foster

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