As of July 2026, The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 aired in 2020 with 22 episodes — streaming now on BINGE. Full episode guide and where to watch below.
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The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5

2020 22 Episodes Reality ⭐ 6/10

The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 has become appointment viewing on and for anyone who enjoys watching people under real pressure. Across 1 season, the show has had time to find its rhythm and keep it. 46 viewers have already rated it on TMDB — the kind of consensus that does not happen by accident. Gizelle Graves anchors the format, but the whole cast makes it watchable. Start it whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

There is a reason The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 keeps coming up in conversation. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 understands that the format only works if the people in it feel real. Season 5 of The Real Housewives of Potomac includes 22 episodes. It aired from August 2020 to December 2020. This season stars Gizelle Graves, Karen Huger and Ashley Darby. Gizelle Graves and Karen Huger lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 2020. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 understands the difference between manufactured drama and the real thing, and leans on the latter. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

Best watched with company, The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 generates takes from everyone in the room. It rewards viewers regardless of what else is in their watch history. The complete run is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. The production understands its own premise and executes on it without apology. If you have enjoyed similar formats before, this is one of the stronger examples of what the genre can do.

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🎬 The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 — Episode Guide

E1
Old Testaments, New Revelations
2020-08-02
Gizelle rekindles her relationship with ex-husband Jamal Bryant; Ashley struggles to adjust to life as a new mom; Monique introduces her new parrot-child, T'Challa, to Potomac; Gizelle confronts Candiace; Monique encounters an old frenemy.
E2
The Rumor Meal
2020-08-09
Gizelle and Monique bury the hatchet and host a support dinner for Ashley, but after learning about Candiace's sudden connection to a longtime foe, Monique starts to doubt their friendship.
E3
Sip and See You Later
2020-08-16
Gizelle spends her birthday with Jamal and the girls, but underlying tension makes for an awkward celebration; Candiace struggles to understand Monique's anger towards her after their recent reconciliation.
E4
Celebrations and Strange Explanations
2020-08-23
Gizelle struggles with the fact that her daughters have questions about her rekindling a relationship with their father, and turns to her best friend Kal for guidance. Candiace and Ashley finally bury their year-long feud, meanwhile Monique expresses her marital frustrations to Chris. Karen decides ...
E5
Look Who's Squawking
2020-08-30
Monique invites everyone to her lake house for a weekend retreat, but the ladies are not prepared for her additional guest. Karen expresses her dislike for Wendy's obsession with her sex life, meanwhile Gizelle and Candiace's friendship takes a surprising turn. Ashley decides to bring baby Dean alon...
E6
The Text Heard 'Round the Lake House
2020-09-06
The ladies host a pageant to help pass the time at Monique’s lake house. Meanwhile, Monique's frustration with her husband Chris’ lack of support grows. Wendy and Ashley make amends, but Wendy’s sudden turn leaves Karen questioning her authenticity. Candiace's world is turned upside down when she re...
E7
Fireball and Firepits
2020-09-13
Karen reveals intimate details about her relationship with Ray leaving the ladies concerned about the state of her marriage. The husbands join their wives at the lake house. Candiace tells Ashley about Michael’s alleged escapades. Meanwhile, things come to a screeching halt when Michael's alleged in...
E8
Serving up Betrayals
2020-09-20
Ashley confronts Michael about the blog rumors; Gizelle gathers the ladies together for a wine tasting to celebrate her literary award, but the celebration is quickly halted when tension escalates to an alarming level.
E9
The Tipping Point
2020-09-27
The ladies try to make sense of the altercation between Monique and Candiace, but are left in the dark. Gizelle heads to Atlanta for her daughters’ restaurant opening, meanwhile Ashley presents Michael with a post-nuptial agreement. Karen seeks help from a third party to mend her relationship, but R...
E10
Sorry... Not Sorry
2020-10-04
Karen hosts the ladies to hear Monique's side of what happened at the winery; Candiace seeks therapy to deal with the aftermath of the altercation; Monique attempts to apologize for getting physical.
E11
Taxing Times and Blurry Lines
2020-10-11
Karen invites Gizelle and Ashley to her homecoming in Virginia, but an emotional visit to her childhood farm shows the ladies a different side of the Grande Dame. Robyn’s tax woes go public. Candiace considers legal action against Monique. Meanwhile, Monique seeks guidance from her pastor, but a sho...
E12
Fully Charged
2020-10-18
Wendy and her husband, Eddie host a “Sip and See” for their baby girl, and extend an invitation to Eddie’s estranged parents. Ashley and Michael seek counseling for their issues, while Karen continues to fight for her marriage. After weeks without an apology from Monique, Candiace decides to take a ...
E13
No Shows and Show Downs
2020-10-25
Monique invites the ladies to her podcast, but their lack of support leaves her feeling even more isolated. Juan asks Robyn’s parents for their blessing to remarry their daughter. Meanwhile, Gizelle and Jamal continue to struggle with their long-distance relationship. Wendy hosts the ladies for an e...
E14
Hats Off... Shades On
2020-11-01
Ashley searches to find happiness amidst Michael's infidelity. Emotions run high as Monique files a counterclaim against Candiace, and Robyn hosts a photo shoot for her Embellished hat line, but the atmosphere gets heated once Wendy learns of disparaging comments made about her.
E15
Portu-Girl-Bye
2020-11-08
The ladies head to Madeira, Portugal for some fun and sun, but the distance proves to be too much for Ashley. Karen questions Gizelle's relationship with Jamal, causing a heated discussion on whether or not Gizelle’s relationship is even real. Things get interesting when Robyn sides with Karen again...
E16
Picking Sides
2020-11-15
The ladies play a prank on Wendy that leaves her screaming. Gizelle struggles with keeping Juan's impending proposal to herself. Meanwhile, Karen surprises the group with very personal details about her marriage. Ashley shocks Gizelle and Robyn with the news that she wrote a witness statement in def...
E17
Fifty Shades of Betrayal
2020-11-22
Robyn reveals the ladies‘ photos on her “Embellished” website, causing tension between her and the “Grand Dame.” Ashley and Gizelle host a dominatrix party filled with whips, sex toys and leather, but the fun is quickly halted when Ashley reveals her statement in defense of Monique — leaving Candiac...
E18
Shifty Wigs
2020-11-29
Gizelle plans a family photo shoot, but hearts are broken when there is an issue with Jamal. Wendy struggles with telling her mother she wants to quit teaching, meanwhile Ashley arranges for Michael to have a face to face with her uncle and mom. Karen celebrates her wig line launch with a 'Wig Shift...
E19
Deck the Halls With Drama
2020-12-06
Robyn and Juan seek couples therapy to move forward in their relationship. Gizelle works hard to make sure Robyn’s engagement goes off without a hitch, but Michael's skepticism causes her to panic. Candiace confronts Karen about setting her up, while Michael Darby and Chris Bassett square off, leavi...
E20
Reunion (1)
2020-12-13
Candiace and Monique see each other for the first time since the dramatic altercation. Gizelle sets the record straight on her relationship. Karen and Gizelle discuss the ups and downs of their friendship. Wendy reflects on her first season.

🎭 Cast of The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5

Gizelle Graves
Gizelle Graves
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Karen Huger
Karen Huger
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Ashley Darby
Ashley Darby
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Robyn Dixon
Robyn Dixon
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Monique Samuels
Monique Samuels
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Candiace Dillard Bassett
Candiace Dillard Bassett
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Wendy Osefo
Wendy Osefo
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