Season Guide
Steven Universe — Season 5
Season 5 Review
Season 5 of Steven Universe premiered 2017-05-29 and ran 28 episodes through 2019-01-21.
Episodes
1
SummarySteven and Lars are stuck inside Topaz and try to look for a way to escape.Our TakeA mixed bag: some good moves, some filler. Steven Universe running at cruising speed.
2
SummarySteven goes to court against Blue and Yellow Diamond to determine his (or rather Rose Quartz's) fate.Our TakeEverything Steven Universe does well, done at full power. Genuinely great television.
3
SummarySteven gains new allies.Our TakeThis one earns its reputation: tight writing, real stakes, and a payoff that lands. Peak Steven Universe.
4
SummarySteven finally gets to know the real Lars.Our TakeA masterclass episode — confident, surprising, and completely earned.
5
SummarySteven helps Mayor Dewey run a difficult campaign.Our TakeThe season's low point so far: contrived situations, thin motivation, and a shrug of an ending.
6
SummaryGreg and the Gems take Steven on vacation to help him relax.Our TakeServiceable television — it advances the story without ever surprising you.
7
SummaryPumpkin goes missing!Our TakeA mixed bag: some good moves, some filler. Steven Universe running at cruising speed.
8
SummarySteven, Amethyst and Peridot try to spruce up the Kindergarten.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and the character work pays.
9
SummarySteven and the Cool Kids start a band, but they have trouble finding their sound.Our TakeA masterclass episode — confident, surprising, and completely earned.
10
SummaryKevin is throwing a party, and Steven is invited.Our TakeEverything Steven Universe does well, done at full power. Genuinely great television.
11
SummaryLars rises to the occasion.Our TakeA standout hour — the kind of episode that justifies the whole series. Steven Universe at the top of its game.
12
SummaryStevonnie finds themself alone on an adventure.Our TakeEverything Steven Universe does well, done at full power. Genuinely great television.
13
SummarySteven takes Garnet to meet some of his new friends.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and the character work pays.
14
SummarySteven shoots a documentary that follows a local band as they get their first big break.Our TakeA well-built episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.
15
SummaryGarnet and Steven explore the most unlikely timelines in Beach City.Our TakeVery good — not the series' peak, but an hour that reminds you why Steven Universe works.
16
SummarySteven writes about the latest news of Beach City.Our TakeMiddle-of-the-road. Watchable, but you'll forget the details by next episode.
17
SummaryRonaldo spots something mysterious on the moon, and Steven goes to investigate.Our TakeConfident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour flies by.
18
SummarySteven helps Pearl find her phone.Our TakeA standout hour — the kind of episode that justifies the whole series. Steven Universe at the top of its game.
19
SummaryPearl tells a story.Our TakeA standout hour — the kind of episode that justifies the whole series. Steven Universe at the top of its game.
20
SummaryAmethyst convinces Steven to take a day off for himself.Our TakeServiceable television — it advances the story without ever surprising you.
21
SummarySteven shows some city slicker gems how the cowboys lived.Our TakeVery good — not the series' peak, but an hour that reminds you why Steven Universe works.
22
SummarySteven has a big surprise for the Crystal Gems.Our TakeVery good — not the series' peak, but an hour that reminds you why Steven Universe works.
23
SummarySteven brings everyone together for a special reunion.Our TakeA standout hour — the kind of episode that justifies the whole series. Steven Universe at the top of its game.
24
SummarySteven travels to visit family.Our TakeConfident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour flies by.
25
SummaryWith many changes going on in his life, Steven tries to find his place in the world.Our TakeA transition episode that sets up more than it delivers. Necessary, not thrilling.
26
SummarySteven throws a party to bring his family together.Our TakeSkippable unless you're a completist. The season recovers after this.
27
SummarySteven uses his psychic powers to find help.Our TakeServiceable television — it advances the story without ever surprising you.
28
SummarySteven faces his biggest challenge yet.Our TakeA transition episode that sets up more than it delivers. Necessary, not thrilling.