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Midnight on the Firing Line
Production number: 103
Original US air date: January 26, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Richard Compton
Series premiere.
Commander Jeffrey
Sinclair tries to keep the peace between various
alien races on a 5 mile long space station. A
Narn attack on a Centauri agricultural colony
(once owned by the Narns) could lead to war.
Meanwhile, Ivanova and Garibaldi try to stop
attacks by Raiders.
Soul Hunter
Production number: 102
Original US air date: February 2, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Jim Johnston
A disturbed alien from a race that collects the
souls of the dying (Soul Hunters) arrives on
B5. After escaping Medlab, the alien abducts
Delenn to steal her soul. The new Chief
Medical Officer, Dr. Stephen Franklin, reports
for duty.
Born to the Purple
Production number: 104
Original air date: February 9, 1994
Written by Larry DiTillio
Directed by Bruce Seth Green
Centauri ambassador Londo Mollari is seduced by a
dancer/slave, who steals files that could ruin
his career.
Infection
Production number: 101
Original air date: February 18, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Richard Compton
Dr. Vance Hendricks, an archaeologist and old
friend of Dr. Franklin arrives and asks the
doctor for help studying ancient alien
artifacts. When the artifacts are
accidentally activated by Hendricks' assistant,
he is transformed into a living weapon programmed
to destroy all those it sees as "genetic
impurities". It's up to Sinclair to stop it.
The Parliament of Dreams
Production number: 108
Original air date: February 23, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Jim Johnston
The station hosts a religious festival where all
the races are invited to demonstrate their
religious customs. Sinclair is reunited with
old flame, Catherine Sakai. Delenn's
diplomatic aide, Lennier, arrives. And an
assassin targets G'Kar just as his new diplomatic
aide, Na'Toth, also arrives.
Mind War
Production number: 110
Original air date: March 2, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Bruce Seth Green
Jason Ironheart, an old flame of Talia Winters
and Psi Corps fugitive, arrives on B5. He is
a telepath who was the subject of an experiment
to expand the limits of psychic powers. Two
Psi Cops arrive to take him back. But
Ironheart is changing... Meanwhile, Catherine
Sakai is sent to planet Sigma 957 where she
encounters something very alien.
The War Prayer
Production number: 107
Original air date: March 9, 1994
Written by D. C. Fontana
Directed by Richard Compton
A group of human racial fanatics known as the
Home Guard begins attacking aliens aboard the
station. Malcolm Biggs, an old flame of
Ivanova's, arrives hiding a dark agenda. A
young Centauri couple run away to B5 in hopes of
escaping arranged marriages.
And the Sky Full of Stars
Production number: 106
Original air date: March 16, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Janet Greek
Two mysterious men arrive on the station and
kidnap Sinclair. Using drugs and a virtual
reality machine, they force Sinclair to re-live
the final battle of the Earth-Minbari War, the
Battle of the Line, in order to discover what
happened during the missing 24 hours of his
memory.
Deathwalker
Production number: 113
Original air date: April 20, 1994
Written by Larry DiTillio
Directed by Bruce Seth Green
The notorious Dilgar war criminal Jha'dur, known
as Deathwalker to the other races, arrives on B5
with an immortality serum. Meanwhile, Talia
is hired by Kosh.
Believers
Production number: 105
Original air date: April 27, 1994
Written by David Gerrold
Directed by Richard Compton
An alien couple bring their young son to Dr.
Franklin with the hope that he can heal their
child, but reject the only treatment that will
save his life. Franklin takes matters into
his own hands.
Survivors
Production number: 111
Original air date: May 4, 1994
Written by Mark Scott Zicree
Directed by Jim Johnston
An explosion in a fighter bay right before a
visit by the Earth Alliance president brings an
old friend of Garibaldi's to B5 to
investigate. Garibaldi is named as the
saboteur.
By Any Means Necessary
Production number: 114
Original air date: May 11, 1994
Written by Kathryn Drennan
Directed by Jim Johnston
A strike by the station's Docker's Guild
threatens to shut down B5 after an accident kills
and injures overworked dockers. Orin Zento, a
labor negotiator, is sent to resolve the
conflict. Meanwhile, G'Kar searches for a
special plant used in Narn religious
ceremonies. Unfortunately, the only plant on
the station is owned by his Centauri
rival.
Signs and Portents
Production number: 116
Original air date: May 18, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Janet Greek
Raiders menace B5 space. A mysterious man
arrives asking the alien ambassadors a very
strange question. A Centauri lord and his
prophetess-aunt Lady Ladira visit B5 to retrieve
The Eye, a family heirloom. Ladira foresees
B5's destruction and Raiders
attack.
TKO
Production number: 119
Original air date: May 25, 1994
Written by Larry DiTillio
Directed by John Flynn
A friend of Garibaldi's comes to B5 to
participate in the Mutai, a brutal alien fighting
match. Ivanova is visited by a Rabbi friend
to help her deal with the loss of her
father.
Grail
Production number: 109
Original air date: July 6, 1994
Written by Christy Marx
Directed by Richard Compton
A man comes to B5 in search of the Holy Grail,
and takes a petty thief under his wing.
Meanwhile, a brain-sucking creature is loose on
the station.
Eyes
Production number: 122
Original air date: July 13, 1994
Written by Larry DiTillio
Directed by Jim Johnston
An Earthforce colonel arrives on B5 to
investigate Sinclair and the command staff.
When they refuse to submit to a telepathic scan
to prove their loyalty, the colonel takes command
of the station.
Legacies
Production number: 115
Original air date: July 20, 1994
Written by D. C. Fontana
Directed by Bruce Seth Green
The body of an esteemed Minbari war leader
disappears on B5. Sinclair must work fast to
prevent a war from breaking out over the
incident.
A Voice in the Wilderness 1
Production number: 120
Original air date: July 27, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Janet Greek
Sinclair and Ivanova discover that the
uninhabited planet B5 orbits may not be so
uninhabited. A communications blackout of
Mars may mean trouble on the red planet.
Delenn's mentor visits B5.
A Voice in the Wilderness 2
Production number: 121
Original air date: August 3, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Janet Greek
Sinclair brings back an alien, he and Ivanova
found inside Epsilon 3. The planet begins to
self destruct and will destroy the station unless
someone takes the alien's place in the Great
Machine. Earth sends a warship to take
control of the situation.
Babylon Squared
Production number: 118
Original air date: August 10, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Jim Johnston
The crew receive a signal from Babylon 4, which
mysteriously disappeared years earlier.
Sinclair and Garibaldi go to the phantom station
to investigate. Delenn is called by the Grey
Council to lead her people.
The Quality of Mercy
Production number: 117
Original air date: August 17, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Lorraine Senna Ferrara
Franklin discovers a woman in Down Below who uses
and alien machine to heal people. A convicted
serial killer, scheduled to be mindwiped, escapes
custody.
Chrysalis
Production number: 112
Original air date: October 26, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Janet Greek
Garibaldi's investigation of a lurker's murder
leads to a political conspiracy and betrayal.
Sinclair proposes to Catherine. G'Kar leaves
B5 in search of those behind the attacks on Narn
colonies. Delenn enters a cocoon.
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Points of Departure
Production number: 201
Original air date: November 2, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Janet Greek
A new commander is assigned to B5 after Sinclair
is sent to Minbar as an ambassador. A
renegade Minbari warship and it's crew come to
B5.
Revelations
Production number: 202
Original air date: November 9, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Jim Johnston
G'Kar returns from his search. Sheridan
learns why the Minbari surrendered. Garibaldi
recovers from his wound. Delenn emerges from
her cocoon, surprising everyone with her new
appearance.
The Geometry of Shadows
Production number: 203
Original air date: November 16, 1994
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Vejar
Ivanova is promoted and ordered to find a way to
stop the fighting that has broken out between
Drazi factions. Londo seeks an endorsement
from the mysterious Technomages who are fleeing
known space. Garibaldi contemplates returning
to duty.
A Distant Star
Production number: 204
Original air date: November 23, 1994
Written by D.C. Fontana
Directed by Jim Johnston
Captain Maynard, an old friend of Sheridan visits
B5 to re-supply his explorer ship, making
Sheridan feel tied down. When Maynard's ship
becomes trapped in hyperspace, Sheridan comes to
the rescue. Franklin puts the crew on special
diets. The Minbari on B5 no longer feel that
Delenn is one of them.
The Long Dark
Production number: 205
Original air date: November 30, 1994
Written by Scott Frost
Directed by Mario DiLeo
An old Earth ship docks at B5 carrying a woman in
stasis...and an ancient evil. Garibaldi has
his hands full with a crazy lurker preaching
about the end of the world.
A Spider in the Web
Production number: 206
Original air date: December 7, 1994
Written by Lawrence G. DiTillio
Directed by Kevin Cremins
An old friend of Talia's, Future Corp
representative Taro Isogi is murdered on B5 while
negotiation with a Mars government
representative.
A Race Through Dark Places
Production number: 208
Original air date: December 14, 1994
Written by Peter David
Directed by John C. Flinn, III
Bester returns to B5 to investigate a possible
underground railroad for telepaths. Delenn
asks Sheridan to help her understand what it is
to be human.
Soul Mates
Production number: 207
Original air date: January 25, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Jim Johnston
Londo summons his three wives to B5 for an
announcement and is nearly killed at his
Ascension Day party. Talia's ex-husband pays
her a visit. Delenn has trouble adjusting to
her new body.
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The Coming of Shadows
Production number: 209
Original air date: February 1, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Janet Greek
The Centauri emperor visits B5. G'Kar plots
the emperor's assassination. A strange
visitor has an important message for
Garibaldi.
GROPOS
Production number: 210
Original air date: February 8, 1995
Written by Larry DiTillio
Directed by Jim Johnston
25,000 Earthforce marines are temporarily
stationed on B5, causing considerable trouble for
B5 crew and residents.
All Alone in the Night
Production number: 211
Original air date: February 15, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mario DiLeo
Sheridan investigates mysterious ship sightings
and disappearances, then is captured by and alien
ship. Delenn is removed from the Grey
Council.
Acts of Sacrifice
Production number: 212
Original air date: February 22, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Jim Johnston
Fighting breaks out between the Narn and Centauri
on the station. G'Kar asks Sheridan and
Delenn for military aid. Londo's power grows.
Hunter, Prey
Production number: 213
Original air date: March 1, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Menachem Binetski
An EF special agent is sent to B5 to capture
President Clark's personal physician, who has run
to B5 with evidence against Clark. Sheridan
tries to get to know Kosh better.
There All the Honor Lies
Production number: 215
Original air date: April 26, 1995
Written by Peter David
Directed by Mike Vejar
Sheridan is forced to kill a Minbari in self
defense, but a witness doesn't see it that
way. A gift shop opens on the
station.
And Now For A Word
Production number: 214
Original air date: May 3, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mario DiLeo
ISN comes to B5 to do a story about the station
and the staff, and get caught up in the
Narn-Centauri conflict.
Knives
Production number: 217
Original air date: May 10, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by David Eagle
Sheridan begins hallucinating after exploring the
"B5 Triangle". An old friend visits Londo
looking for help.
In the Shadow of Z'ha'dum
Production number: 216
Original air date: May 17, 1995
Written by Larry DiTillio
Directed by Stephen Posey
Sheridan arrests and interrogates Morden after
learning he was on the same ship his wife died
on. Delenn and Kosh tell Sheridan about the
Shadows. Narn refugees flood the
station.
Confessions and Lamentations
Production number: 218
Original air date: May 24, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Kevin Cremin
Sheridan quarantines B5 after Markabs begin dying
from a plague. Delenn and Lennier comfort the
dying while Franklin races to find a
cure.
Divided Loyalties
Production number: 220
Original air date: October 11, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Jesus Trevino
Lyta Alexander returns to B5 to warn Sheridan
that there is a spy in their
midst.
The Long, Twilight Struggle
Production number: 219
Original air date: October 18, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John Flinn
The Narn-Centauri War comes to a head. Draal
invites Sheridan and Delenn down to the
planet. Delenn introduces Sheridan to the
Rangers.
Comes the Inquisitor
Production number: 221
Original air date: October 25, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Laurence Vejar
Kosh sends and inquisitor to test Delenn and
Sheridan. G'Kar organizes a Narn resistance
movement.
The Fall of Night
Production number: 222
Original air date: November 1, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Janet Greek
A representative from the Nightwatch and the
Ministry of Peace come to B5 to negotiate with
the victorious Centauri. Sheridan gives
shelter to a damaged Narn warship. Kosh
reveals himself to B5 residents when an assassin
targets Sheridan. The Shadows are exposed
when Lt. Keffer is killed.
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Matters of Honor
Production number: 301
Original air week: November 6, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Kevin Cremin
Ranger Marcus Cole arrives to ask for Sheridan's
help. An Earthforce intelligence agent
investigates Shadow sightings in B5 space.
Sheridan takes command of the new Minbari-Vorlon
ship, White Star. Londo cuts his ties with
Morden.
Convictions
Production number: 302
Original air week: November 13, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Vejar
Lennier is injured saving Delenn and Londo from a
mad bomber. A group of monks take up
residence on the station.
A Day in the Strife
Production number: 303
Original air week: November 20, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by David Eagle
An alien probe threatens the station. The new
Narn ambassador arrives to replace G'Kar.
Garibaldi confronts Franklin about his stim
addiction. Londo appoints Vir as the Centauri
representative on Minbar.
Passing Through Gethsemane
Production number: 305
Original air week: November 27, 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Adam Nimoy
One of Brother Theo's monks learns he was a
mindwiped criminal when his victims families seek
revenge. Lyta returns to B5 as Kosh's
assistant.
Voices of Authority
Production number: 304
Original air week: January 29, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Menachem Binitsky
Ivanova and Marcus search for First Ones to join
in the fight against the Shadows. A political
officer is sent to keep watch on Sheridan.
G'Kar investigates the Rangers. Ivanova finds
evidence of Clark's involvement in Santiago's
death.
Dust to Dust
Production number: 306
Original air week: February 5, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by David Eagle
Bester comes to B5 to capture a Dust dealer.
G'Kar uses Dust to invade Londo's mind. Vir
returns from Minbar.
Exogenesis
Production number: 307
Original air week: February 12, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Kevin Cremin
Lurkers are being infected with alien
parasites. Sheridan and Ivanova try to
recruit Corwin. Marcus takes an interest in
Ivanova.
Messages From Earth
Production number: 308
Original air week: February 19, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Vejar
Garibaldi helps an archaeologist on the run who
has info on the Shadows. The Nightwatch
become suspicious of Sheridan.
Point of No Return
Production number: 309
Original air week: February 26, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Jim Johnston
Martial law is declared throughout the Earth
Alliance, including B5. Nightwatch plots to
take over the station. The late Emperor
Turhan's wife visits Londo.
Severed Dreams
Production number: 310
Original air week: April 1, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by David Eagle
B5 breaks away from Earth. Clark sends forces
to re-take the station. Delenn breaks the
Grey Council.
Ceremonies of Light and Dark
Production number: 311
Original air week: April 8, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John Flinn III
Delenn prepares to perform a rebirth ceremony for
the crew, but Nightwatch members in hiding on B5
kidnap her and a Minbari captain.
Sic Transit Vir
Production number: 313
Original air week: April 15, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Jesus Trevino
Vir discovers he's married when his new wife
arrives, and a Narn assassin targets her. Vir
is behind a Narn underground railroad.
Sheridan and Delenn get
closer.
A Late Delivery From Avalon
Production number: 312
Original air week: April 22, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Vejar
A man claiming to be King Arthur arrives.
Sheridan tries to get the other races to sign a
defense treaty.
Ship of Tears
Production number: 314
Original air week: April 29, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Vejar
Bester arrives seeking Sheridan's help
intercepting a weapons shipment meant for the
Shadows, which turns out to be altered
telepaths. G'Kar is welcomed into the War
Council.
Interludes and Examinations
Production number: 315
Original air week: May 6, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Jesus Trevino
The Shadows begin attacking openly. The
Vorlons score a victory over the Shadows...but at
a price. Londo eagerly awaits the arrival of
Adira Tyree (Born to the Purple). Morden
tricks Londo into renewing their association.
Franklin resigns.
War Without End 1
Production number: 316
Original air week: May 13, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Vejar
After receiving a 1000 year old letter,
Ambassador Sinclair returns to B5. Ivanova
picks up a distress call...from herself. The
Great Machine on Epsilon 3 begins opening a time
rift in Sector 13...where B4 disappeared.
War Without End 2
Production number: 317
Original air week: May 20, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Vejar
Sheridan finds himself 17 years in the future on
a devastated Centauri Prime. Sinclair,
Delenn, Ivanova and Marcus prepare B4 to be sent
back in time.
Walkabout
Production number: 318
Original air week: September 30, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Kevin Cremin
The new Vorlon ambassador arrives. Sheridan
tests his theory about telepaths being used as
weapons against the Shadows. Franklin goes
"walkabout" to find himself.
Grey 17 is Missing
Production number: 319
Original air week: October 7, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John Flinn III
Garibaldi discovers an entire level of Grey
Sector is missing. Delenn is named the new
leader of the Rangers, but is opposed by
Neroon. Sheridan begins recruiting telepaths
for the war.
And the Rock Cried Out, No Hiding
Place
Production number: 320
Original air week: October 14, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by David Eagle
Londo and Refa plot against each other.
Sheridan tries to figure out the Shadows'
strategy. A group of religious leaders from
Earth arrive with info for Sheridan. Delenn
reveals the existence of a White Star fleet to
Sheridan.
Shadow Dancing
Production number: 321
Original air week: October 21, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Kim Friedman
Sheridan and Delenn plan an attack on the Shadows
in Sector 83. Franklin is stabbed in Down
Below. Sheridan's supposedly dead wife, Anna,
arrives on B5.
Z'ha'dum
Production number: 322
Original air week: October 28, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Adam Nimoy
Sheridan and Anna head to Z'ha'dum. Shadows
attack the station. Sheridan learns more
about the war between the Vorlons and the
Shadows. After destroying the Shadow capitol,
Sheridan is presumed dead.
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The Hour of the Wolf
Production number: 401
Original air week: November 4, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by David Eagle
The apparent death of Sheridan causes the
alliance on B5 to crumble. Ivanova, Delenn
and Lyta go to Z'ha'dum to find Sheridan.
Londo returns to Centauri Prime. On Z'ha'dum,
Sheridan meets a strange alien.
Whatever Happened to Mr.
Garibaldi?
Production number: 402
Original air week: November 11, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Kevin Dobson
G'Kar is captured by the Centauri while searching
for Garibaldi, who is being held by the Psi
Corps. Delenn fasts, feeling responsible for
Sheridan's death and the break up of the
alliance. Sheridan learns more about
Lorien.
The Summoning
Production number: 403
Original air week: November 18, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John McPherson
Delenn plans to attack Z'ha'dum, but the other
races try to stop her. Ivanova and Marcus go
in search of more First Ones. Garibaldi is
found. Sheridan returns from Z'ha'dum with
Lorien.
Falling Toward Apotheosis
Production number: 404
Original air week: November 25, 1996
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by David Eagle
The Vorlons and Shadows strike at each other's
supporters. Sheridan plans to get rid of the
Vorlon ambassador. Garibaldi attitude
changes. Delenn learns the price Sheridan
paid for going to Z'ha'dum. Sheridan proposes
to Delenn.
The Long Night
Production number: 405
Original air week: January 27, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John LaFia
Londo and Vir carry out Cartagia's assassination
on the Narn homeworld. G'Kar is freed and
asked to be the new Narn leader. Sheridan
lures the Vorlons to Coriana 6. The Shadows
begin using their own
planet-killer.
Into the Fire
Production number: 406
Original air week: February 3, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Kevin Dobson
Ivanova finds all the remaining First Ones.
The final battle of the Shadow War is fought at
Coriana 6. Londo and Vir race to remove all
signs of Shadow influence on Centauri
Prime.
Epiphanies
Production number: 407
Original air week: February 10, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John Flinn III
Clark outlaws travel to B5. Bester wants
Sheridan to take him to Z'ha'dum, which is later
destroyed by Lyta. Servants of the Shadows
have fled Z'ha'dum and end up on Centauri
Prime.
The Illusion of Truth
Production number: 408
Original air week: February 17, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Stephen Furst
ISN returns to B5, but edits their footage in
such a way as to promote Clark's propaganda about
the station.
Atonement
Production number: 409
Original air week: February 24, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Tony Dow
Delenn is called to Minbar to explain her
relationship with Sheridan. We learn her role
in the Earth-Minbari War.
Racing Mars
Production number: 410
Original air week: April 21, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Jesus Trevino
Sheridan confronts Garibaldi about his
behavior. Marcus and Franklin reach Mars.
Delenn talks Sheridan into participating in a
Minbari mating ritual.
Lines of Communication
Production number: 411
Original air week: April 28, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John Flinn III
Sheridan devises a plan to counter the false ISN
reports. Dr. Franklin and Marcus address the
Resistance leaders in an attempt to persuade them
to follow Sheridan's strategy. Delenn makes
plans to return home to avert a potential civil
war.
Conflicts of Interest
Production number: 412
Original air week: May 5, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by David Eagle
Ivanova gives the first broadcast of "The Voice
of the Resistance." Garibaldi accepts a new
job on Mars. Sheridan proposes a plan to protect
all Non-Aligned worlds from potential
raiders.
Rumors, Bargains and Lies
Production number: 413
Original air week: May 12, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Vejar
Sheridan manipulates the League of Non-Aligned
Worlds into demanding protection of their borders
from the White Star Fleet. Delenn meets with
Neroon in a misguided attempt to work together to
stop a civil war on Minbar.
Moments of Transition
Production number: 414
Original air week: May 19, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Tony Dow
Delenn makes the ultimate sacrifice for her
people. Lyta accepts Bester's proposition in
an act of desperation. Ivanova has horrific
news for Sheridan. Scott Adams, creator of
the comic strip, "Dilbert", makes a cameo
appearance.
No Surrender, No Retreat
Production number: 415
Original air week: May 26, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Vejar
Sheridan retaliates against Clark's destroyers at
Proxima 3, and is able to return control of the
planet to their local government. The
Centauri and Narn governments sign a
joint-statement in support of Sheridan's fight
against Earth.
The Exercise of Vital Powers
Production number: 416
Original air week: June 2, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John LaFia
Garibaldi reaches Mars where he finally meets
William Edgars, and must make one of the toughest
decisions of his life. Franklin is amazed
when Lyta makes contact with his unconscious
telepathic patient.
The Face of the Enemy
Production number: 417
Original air week: June 9, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Vejar
Garibaldi and Edgars plot to bait and capture
Sheridan. Lyta explains her fear of an impending
war between telepaths and mundanes to
Franklin. Garibaldi learns of a much greater
threat to Humans than President
Clark.
Intersections in Real Time
Production number: 418
Original air week: June 16, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John LaFia
Imprisoned on Mars, an Earth official tries to
force Sheridan to sign a
confession.
Between the Darkness and the
Light
Production number: 419
Original air week: October 6, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by David Eagle
Lyta, Franklin and Garibaldi work to help
Sheridan escape. Ivanova leads the White
Stars in an attack against advanced Earth
destroyers. Sheridan returns to Babylon 5 and
plans to lead the last battle of the
Resistance.
Endgame
Production number: 420
Original air week: October 13, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John Copeland
Led by Sheridan, the Resistance begins the final
strike to free Earth and Mars. President
Clark makes his last move against Sheridan, and
Earth.
Rising Star
Production number: 421
Original air week: October 20, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Tony Dow
John Sheridan resigns from Earthforce. The
League of Non Aligned Worlds is dissolved, and a
new Alliance is born. Earth declares Mars an
independent world.
The Deconstruction of Falling
Stars
Production number: 422
Original air week: October 27, 1997
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Stephen Furst
In the season finale, the story of the
InterStellar Alliance is projected eons into the
future.
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No Compromises
Production number: 501
Original US air date: Jan. 21, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Janet Greek
Season 5 premiere. Captain Lochley, Ivanova's
replacement, arrives on the station and is
greeted by the chaos surrounding the preparations
for Sheridan's inauguration as president of the
Alliance. An attempt on Sheridan's life is
foiled with the help of a young renegade
telepath.
The Very Long Night of Londo
Mollari
Production number: 502
Original US air date: Jan. 28, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by David Eagle
Londo suffers an extremely serious heart
attack. His survival depends on more than
just his physical condition, as he must face his
greatest fear and heal his inner soul.
Lennier requests to return to Minbar to join the
Rangers.
The Paragon of Animals
Production number: 503
Original US air date: Feb. 04, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Vejar
Lyta begins to get involved with the telepaths
seeking to start a colony. We learn more
about why they're there and what they are
planning to do. At the request of Sheridan,
G'Kar drafts the fledgling Alliance's Declaration
of Principles. Garibaldi and Byron square off
about the role of refugee telepaths on Babylon
5.
A View from the Gallery
Production number: 504
Original US air date: Feb. 11, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski and Harlan
Ellison
Directed by Janet Greek
In the midst of heroes and their battles, there
still must be someone to clean things up, do
repairs and generally get along with life.
Mack and Bo, two ordinary crewmen, pursue their
normal routine while the station defends itself
against an intense alien attack. During the
attack, G'Kar and Londo take shelter and discuss
their respective childhoods.
Learning Curve
Production number: 505
Original US air date: Feb. 18, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by David Eagle
Episode centers around Tannier (Brendan Ford) and
Rastenn (Nathan Anderson), two young Minbari
Ranger trainees who accompany their teacher to
B5. We learn more about the Rangers, how they
react to certain problems, and learn more about
their teachings. Turhan Bey (the Centauri
Emperor from "The Coming of Shadows") plays one
of Delenn's mentors. Zack has to learn to
deal with Garibaldi's presence on the
station.
Strange Relations
Production number: 506
Original US air date: Feb. 25, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John C Flinn III
Bester arrives on the station with his Psi Corps
blood hounds to claim the telepaths who have
taken refuge there. When Garibaldi confronts
Bester, Lochley intervenes and sends him to cool
off in the brig. After Londo escapes an
assassination attempt, Delenn makes and
interesting choice for his bodyguard --
G'Kar.
Secrets of the Soul
Production number: 507
Original US air date: Mar. 04, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Tony Dow
While collecting and collating information on
inter-species diseases, Franklin discovers a
centuries-old dark secret that one alien race -
the Hyach - are desperately trying to hide and
will kill to keep - genocide. The Hyachs have
killed off another group of people that grew up
on the same planet, called the Hyach-Dohs. We
find out in this episode that they needed to
interbreed with them to survive. Byron and
Lyta reach a new understanding and reveal a
painful secret she's been keeping. Byron has
a love scene with Lyta and sees into her soul,
certain revelations about the Vorlon's hand in
the evolution of telepaths come about.
Day of the Dead
Production number: 510
Original US air date: Mar. 11, 1998
Written by Neil Gaiman
Directed by Doug Lefler
The station eagerly awaits the arrival of the
universally famous comedy team of Rebo and Zooty
(guest stars Penn and Teller). The Brakiri
negotiate to buy a portion of Babylon 5 to
celebrate a religious holiday, the Day of the
Dead, that brings old friends and enemies to the
station. During this time of isolation,
Garibaldi, Lennier, Londo and Capt. Lochley are
accidentally shut away with them. Morden,
Dodger ("GROPOS"), Adira Tyree ("Born to the
Purple"), and others come back to life for 24
hours.
In the Kingdom of the Blind
Production number: 508
Original US air date: Mar. 18, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by David Eagle
Byron's telepaths, armed with information
unlocked from Lyta's subconscious, present the
Interstellar Alliance with an ultimatum.
Londo and G'Kar visit Centauri Prime with
unsettling consequences. Damian London (the
Regent) reappears.
A Tragedy of Telepaths
Production number: 509
Original US air date: Mar. 25, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Tony Dow
The situation with the telepaths continues to
deteriorate and the Alliance members begin to
accuse one another of the mysterious attacks on
each other's ships. On Centauri Prime, Londo
and G'Kar find an old friend - Na'Toth - in a
nearly forgotten place.
Phoenix Rising
Production number: 511
Original US air date: Apr. 01, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by David Eagle
The telepath situation becomes critical and
Bester arrives to take control, but first he must
face an enraged Garibaldi.
The Ragged Edge
Production number: 512
Original US air date: Apr. 08, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John Copeland
Garibaldi tracks the growing mysterious attacks
on alliance shipping lines to the Drazi
Homeworld. Much of the episode takes place on
the Drazi Homeworld.
The Corps is Mother, The Corps is
Father
Production number: 513
Original US air date: Apr. 14, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Stephen Furst
We see the inner workings of the Psi Corps as
Bester trains two new Psi Cops and returns to
Babylon 5 in pursuit of a dangerous
telepath.
Meditations on the Abyss
Production number: 514
Original US air date: May 27, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Michael Vejar
Without Sheridan's knowledge, Delenn calls on
Lennier for a secret mission to find out who is
really behind the strikes by the raiders.
Darkness Ascending
Production number: 515
Original US air date: June 3, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Janet Greek
Lennier bravely risks his life and succeeds in
obtaining the evidence the Alliance needs about
the raiders; Lyta searches for alternatives
concerning the telepaths.
And All My Dreams, Torn
Asunder
Production number: 516
Original US air date: June 10, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Goran Gajic
The Alliance discovers who is behind attacks on
various alien races. Sheridan's plan to avert
war hinges on Garibaldi; A distressed Londo
returns to Centauri Prime with G'Kar.
Movements of Fire and Shadow
Production number: 517
Original US air date: June 17, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John Flinn
Delenn goes to Minbar on a peace mission; Londo
and G'Kar are imprisoned on Centauri Prime.
Lyta and Franklin go to the Drazi homeworld for
Vir. Londo and G'Kar share a cell. Wayne
Alexander is back as a Drakh.
The Fall of Centauri Prime
Production number: 518
Original US air date: Oct. 28, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Douglas Wise
Londo learns the Drakh's motives and his
fate. Sheridan searches for Delenn's lost
ship. Blends with the previous episode.
The episode concentrates on G'Kar and Londo, and
also on Lennier and Delenn on the White
Star.
The Wheel of Fire
Production number: 519
Original US air date: Nov 04, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Janet Greek
Garibaldi is confronted by Sheridan over his
alcoholism and makes a decision. Lyta
jeopardizes her safety. A major revelation
about Lochley's past gives her a link with
Garibaldi. Lise Hampton
returns.
Objects in Motion
Production number: 520
Original US air date: Nov 11, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski & Harlan
Ellison
Directed by Jesus Trevino
Several friends prepare to leave B5 forever.
An assassin comes for Garibaldi, but Sheridan has
a plan.
Objects at Rest
Production number: 521
Original US air date: Nov 18, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by John Copeland
Amidst farewells and new beginnings, disaster
occurs as Sheridan and Delenn travel to their new
home. A trusted friend betrays
Sheridan.
Sleeping in Light
Production number: 522
Original US air date: Nov 25, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by J. Michael Straczynski
Series finale. Twenty years after the
formation of the Interstellar Alliance, Sheridan
summons his dearest surviving friends for a
bittersweet reunion. Lorien returns for
Sheridan.
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The Gathering
Original air date: Feb 22, 1993
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Richard Compton
Pilot movie. In the year 2257, Babylon 5, an
immense human space station located in neutral
territory, tries to keep the peace between
hostile alien races while serving as an economic
and social port.
In the Beginning
Original air date: Jan 04, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Vejar
This is the prequel to the Babylon Project, set
during the Earth/Minbari War. JMS is going to
frame the story around Londo telling the story of
the E/M War to some kids on Centauri Prime when
he is old and the Emperor (in 2275 while he waits
for Sheridan and Delenn to be brought before him
as seen in War Without End part
2).
Thirdspace
Original air date: July 19, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Jesus Trevino
Set after events in Into the Fire. The crew
discovers a mysterious, ancient artifact - a
jumpgate of some kind - in hyperspace which has a
strange affect on the station's
inhabitants.
The River of Souls
Original air date: Nov. 8, 1998
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Janet Greek
Takes place six months into 2263. An
archaeologist sneaks a globe containing millions
of souls to B5, unaware that the owners are not
far behind. The souls are accidentally
released causing chaos aboard the station.
Lochley locks horns with the lawyer of the new
holo-brothel. Martin Sheen plays the Souls
Hunter and Ian McShane plays the archaeologist,
Dr. Bryson.
A Call to Arms
Original air date: Jan. 3, 1999
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Directed by Mike Vejar
This is the lead-in to Crusade. A
Technomage's warning propels Sheridan to seek out
new allies in order to save Earth from certain
annihilation by the Drakh.
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