Know everything about Gaslit Season 1 Episode 5, which is all set to premiere this weekend. Continue reading to learn more.’
Gaslit is a limited American political thriller television series based on Leon Neyfakh’s podcast Slow Burn’s first season. The series is set during the Watergate scandal and focuses on a number of untold stories, including those of Richard Nixon’s subordinates, mad zealots, and whistleblowers who would eventually bring the entire operation down.
In the last four episodes, a lot has transpired, and there is still a lot to learn. So, if you’re wondering when the next episode will air, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve covered all we know so far about Gaslit Season 1 Episode 5 for you.
Gaslit Season 1 Episode 5 Release Date
Gaslit Season 1 Episode 5, Honeymoon, is set to premiere on Sunday, May 22, 2022, at approximately 8 p.m. (ET) / 7 p.m. (CT) on Starz. Moreover, the episodes will be available shortly after being broadcast on online platforms like Amazon Prime Video, in particular, episodes will be available at 8 a.m. (GMT) on Sunday. The runtime of each episode is approximately 43 minutes.
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Here’s the complete episode guide for you to understand the series’ schedule and plan ahead to watch the next episode.
- S1E1: “Will” – April 24, 2022
- S1E2: “California” – May 1, 2022
- S1E3: “King George” – May 8, 2022
- S1E4: “Malum in Se” – May 15, 2022
- S1E5: “Honeymoon” – May 22, 2022
- S1E6: “Tuffy”- May 29, 2022
- S1E7: “Year of the Rat” – June 5, 2022
- S1E8: Final Days – June 12, 2022
Gaslit Season 1 Episode 5 Promo
Take a look at the exclusive preview of Gaslit Season 1 Episode 5, Honeymoon.
In the preview, fans see that Martha finally speaks up, putting her marriage under strain. The FBI is getting closer to figuring out what happened.
What to expect in Gaslit Season 1 Episode 5?
Right now, it’s difficult to guess what will happen in Gaslit Season 1 Episode 5. Because no spoilers have been spreading on social media. As a result, fans will be able to watch the episode for themselves when it airs, without being spoiled ahead of time, and will be aware of all the events that will take place.
But, if you’re as curious as we are then take a look at The official synopsis of the episode states, “Martha finally speaks out, putting a strain on her marriage; the FBI comes closer to an answer on the real story behind Watergate and John Dean is forced to come clean to Mo on their Camp David honeymoon.”
The episode is directed by Matt Ross and written by Robbie Pickering and Anayat Fakhraie. The episode will pick up where episode four left off, as revealed in the promo, which we’ve expanded on below. Continue reading to find out where the episode will pick up.
Where to watch Gaslit Season 1 Episode 5?
Gaslit is available on both mediums of satellite and online through Starz. However, the episode is also available digitally via the STARZ Play App. The series is also available on Amazon Prime for viewers in the US and UK, as well as on Hulu for viewers from USA only.
Gaslit Season 1 Episode 5 Cast
The main cast of the series includes:
- Julia Roberts as Martha Mitchell
- Sean Penn as John N. Mitchell
- Dan Stevens as John Dean
- Betty Gilpin as Mo Dean
- Shea Whigham as G. Gordon Liddy
- Darby Camp as Marty Mitchell
- Aleksandar Filimonović as Zolton
Some of the recurring cast of the series include:
- Allison Tolman as Winnie McLendon
- J.C. Mackenzie as Howard Hunt
- Chris Bauer as James McCord
- Chris Messina as Agent Angelo Lano
- Hamish Linklater as Jeb Magruder
- Jeff Doucette as Sam Ervin
- Patton Oswalt as Charles Colson
- Nat Faxon as H. R. Haldeman
- Erinn Hayes as Peggy Ebbitt
Gaslit Season 1 Episode 4: A Quick Recap
The previous episode, Malum in Se, was released on May 15, 2022. The episode was directed by Matt Ross and written by Alberto Roldan & Amelia Gray.
The official synopsis of the episode states, “Martha and John try to enjoy their new life away from politics, but Martha has trouble moving on from what happened to her in California; John Dean has a hard time moving on from his breakup.”
*Spoilers Ahead*
Two months have passed after the burglary in Episode 4 and Dean appears to have been one of Nixon’s most trusted advisers. As he walks inside the Oval Office, he passes Alexander Butterfield, a former US Air Force chief of staff who would later testify in the Watergate investigation concerning the White House recording system.
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Meanwhile, Martha looks to be suffering from PTSD as a result of what happened to her in a California hotel. Outside, John expresses his delight at leaving Nixon’s control. Liddy and Howard are detained as the investigation progresses. During the trial, McCord meets with them secretly and urges them that the President should interfere. He sees himself and others as pawns in a massive political and power war.
As the episode progresses the viewers see that Judge John Sirica told Liddy, Howard, and the other five convicts during their sentencing that he knew they didn’t do it alone, and he sentenced them all to 30 years in jail. He did, however, say that the court will reconvene in two months to formalize the punishment, giving the convicts time to weigh their alternatives. Dean is tasked with handling the FBI inquiry.
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— Gaslit (@GaslitSTARZ) May 16, 2022
When Lano and Magallanes approach them, he acts as an advocate for all CRP employees. Judy, on the other hand, later met with authorities and informed them of Operation Gemstone. The investigation was not buried by L. Patrick Gray. All discussions between Gray and Lano, as well as Magallanes, are attended by Mark Felt, the organization’s coordinator. Dean was threatened by Ken Dahlberg, a supporter of Operation Gemstone, while attending the 1972 National Conference of the Republic in Miami Beach, Florida. Mo said goodbye to her over the telephone.
Fans’ reaction to Gaslit Season 1 Episode 4
#Gaslit – Julia Roberts OMG
Episode 4: Sh*t is heating up and about to be served. pic.twitter.com/REDsC0w0mX— 💡The Electric Shadow 🔦 (@CinemaVox) May 15, 2022
Gaslit is good. Very good. Loving the drama, and how the lighting colors it in. Give Julia Roberts the Emmy already! Watching episode 4 again live on @STARZ via Amazon Prime.
— Dan Herman (@radiocblue) May 17, 2022
#Gaslit #GaslitSTARZ Episode 4 and ending it with Minnie Riperton’s “Les Fleur” #chefskiss pic.twitter.com/keFpWkBonH
— itsallrealitv (@itsallrealitv) May 16, 2022
Gaslit Official Synopsis
The official synopsis of Gaslit, according to the Starz website is, “A modern take on the Watergate scandal. The series shines its light most prominently on Arkansan socialite Martha Mitchell. Gaslit is the insane, but shockingly true story.”
Gaslit Official Trailer
Catch up on all of the previous episodes of Gaslit Season 1, and keep an eye out for the season finale in the coming weeks.