Ep 5. The Escape Artist

Norma is in need of a temporary manager for the Bates Motel while she deals with some personal issues. She hires a charming man named Nick Ford who has a hidden agenda. Ford is the head of the drug trade in White Pine Bay and wants to use the motel for his business operations. Meanwhile, Norma's son Norman is struggling with his own issues, including his growing attraction to his English teacher Miss Watson. He seeks advice from his older half-brother Dylan, who he is growing closer to. However, Dylan is dealing with his own issues as he is being targeted by a rival drug gang. As tensions continue to rise, Norma's instincts tell her that things are not as they seem with Nick Ford and she begins to investigate his past. As the truth starts to unravel, the characters are faced with dangerous consequences and must take drastic measures to protect themselves. The Escape Artist is a thrilling and intense episode that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.