Ruthless Season 5 Episode 18 – ‘Calamity’
The Rakudushis make a final decision that changes the fate of the Raku; a distraught Ruth seeks revenge.
The Rakudushis make a final decision that changes the fate of the Raku; a distraught Ruth seeks revenge.
The Highest executes a horrific plan that tests the loyalty of his followers, and River, Joan and Zane finally make their play to escape the compound.
River fights Andrew to regain an important title and Agent Millard carefully negotiates for a hostage exchange; the Highest punishes Ruth with an unspeakable act.
The FBI brings in a negotiator to finally make headway in their investigation; Marva prepares for a drastic final step and The Highest proposes a cruel test for River.
Ruth must convince The Highest of her pregnancy while contending with River and Obadiah’s attempt to have her removed from power; a murder places Andrew and the guards on high alert.
As River and Obadiah jostle for power inside the Rakudushis compound, Ruth sets plans in motion to turn them against one another; the FBI looks for ways to weaken the Rakudushis and have a special surprise for River that >>
As River and Obadiah jostle for power inside the Rakudushis compound, Ruth sets plans in motion to turn them against one another; the FBI looks for ways to weaken the Rakudushis and have a special surprise for River that >>
The Highest orders Andrew to find Dikahn’s killer, River and Obadiah try to capitalize on The Highest’s growing vulnerability, and Ruth and Joan attempt to steal from River.
Dikahn’s fate sends The Highest spiraling, and he has visions that hit so close to home they prompt a battle for control between Ruth, River, Obadiah and their new allies.
Ruth realizes her secret has been proven true, Lacey is pushed over the edge when reporters enter the compound, and Dikahn’s rage has shocking consequences.
Ruth faces the terrifying prospect that the truth about her pregnancy will be revealed; a reconciliation between River and Joan throws a wrench in Lacey and Zane’s exit strategy.
The Highest’s growing instability and an FBI blockade make Ruth feel it’s kill or be killed and River strikes up an unexpected deal as he faces the pressures of being the new Dikahn.
The fallout from the Gauntlet of Faith leaves Ruth and River at deadly odds and when Dikahn finds himself in unfamiliar territory, he makes a sinister move to regain his power.
The Highest suspects ‘rats’ lurk among the Rakadushi, so he orders River, the new Dikahn, with leading a public trial where cult members will be questioned and brutally punished.
After Ruth fails to help him, River plays a dangerous game of chess to remove Dikahn from power and improve his life; Ruth must stop a distraught mother from trying to escape the compound with her daughter, Olivia.
Ruth works desperately to prevent the mass suicide of the Rakudushi members, River faces threats from multiple adversaries, and The Highest’s mounting paranoia leads to more bloodshed.
Ruth looks for a way to get the brainwashed children away from their dangerous new headmaster, Obadiah, and Dikahn interferes in River’s attempts to get back into The Highest’s good graces.
The Highest narrowly escapes the FBI as the agents are pursued by the cartel, resulting in a dangerous defense, and Ruth finally comes face-to-face with her daughter Callie.
On episode 22, Lewis and George set their plan in motion, which leaves Marva and other Rakudushi members in a panic; FBI agents close in on the compound.
The Highest raises suspicions about Ruth and Joan, but is able to find the means of escape; The Highest is in jeopardy due to a takeover at the compound.
Zane and Lacey must go against their morals for the greater good; Dikahn is outsmarted when he turns to River for assistance; Joan panics that the Highest has uncovered her secret.
Aaron’s sudden appearance at the sheriff’s office has immediate repercussions; Ruth warns the other women that Joan is not to be trusted; Dikahn makes a surprising discovery.
When The Highest shares his new plan with Ruth, she contemplates expediting her plan of escaping; Marva goes to extreme measures to try and cover her tracks from Ruth.
Ruth teaches Bridgette a lesson when she threatens her; Marva’s plan to sabotage Ruth backfires; Malcolm tries to convince Peter to help him escape.
Mack attempts to warn Sheriff Conley about an FBI tactic to take them both down; Ruth gives Laura sound advice on how to stay alive while at the Rakudushis Compound.
Desiree and Kal formulate a tricky plan after getting outsmarted by The Highest; Lacey gives Laura valuable advice to remain alive.
Ruth and River develop a plan to make off with The Highest’s money; Joan has a dark solution for River’s problem; Desiree and Kal design a scheme to bring down The Highest.
Deputy Kate attempts to help Aaron, unaware of the possible danger she could face; Ruth makes a pact with Lewis when circumstances speed up their plans to escape.
As new secrets arise, Ruth is forced to choose between talking and remaining silent; while on a run with Peter, Aaron gathers the courage to try and regain his freedom.
When agents search for an important man, everyone in the camp prepares for war; Ruth is skeptical of Peter’s big discovery that could set them free; Lacey falls victim to Marva’s wicked intentions yet again.