The Americans Season 5 Episode 1
The Americans
Season 5

Ep 1. Amber Waves

  • TVMA
  • March 7, 2017
  • 49 min
  • 8.0  (1,427)

In The Americans season 5 episode 1, titled "Amber Waves," the Jennings family is still reeling from the loss of their friend and fellow spy, William. Elizabeth continues to work double duty as a mother and KGB agent, and Phillip is dealing with the aftermath of killing their former handler, Gabriel's replacement.

The episode starts with Phillip and Elizabeth raiding a warehouse in an attempt to steal genetically modified wheat, which they hope will help the Soviet Union gain an advantage in the global food market. While they are successful in their mission, they are caught by the FBI on their way out and must quickly come up with a plan to avoid being caught.

Meanwhile, Paige is struggling with her role as a young adult in the Jennings household. She is unhappy with her parents’ lying and their secretive behavior. She is also struggling with the concept of killing someone in cold blood. Her mother tries to explain to her that it's a means to an end, but Paige continues to wrestle with the morality of it all.

Back at the FBI, Agent Stan Beeman is dealing with his own troubles. His new girlfriend, Renee, is being investigated by the agency after they receive a tip that she may be a spy. Although Stan is confident that she's innocent, he can’t help but feel paranoid and wonder if he's being played.

Throughout the episode, tension continues to build as the Jennings family must navigate the perils of their double lives. Elizabeth is becoming increasingly anxious about Paige’s involvement, and Phillip is struggling to come to terms with how much their lives have changed since they first became Soviet spies.

As the episode progresses, we see that both the Jennings and the FBI are embroiled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. Elizabeth is forced to choose between her duty as a KGB agent and her love for her family, while Stan must navigate the murky waters of spy craft and his personal life.

Overall, "Amber Waves" is a gripping season opener that sets the stage for what promises to be a thrilling season of The Americans. The episode is full of tension, action, and drama, and it does an excellent job of propelling the story forward while exploring the complex relationships between the show's characters. Fans of the show won't be disappointed, and newcomers to the series will find themselves quickly drawn into the world of Cold War espionage.

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  • First Aired
    March 7, 2017
  • Content Rating
    TVMA
  • Runtime
    49 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.0  (1,427)