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The Season 5 finale of , titled " Behind the Eyes ," aired on May 30, 2017, serving as the conclusion to the revival series. It is widely viewed as a polarizing finale that managed to bring the story full circle while leaving some fans frustrated by its pacing and certain character fates. Plot Summary

The climax is bittersweet: while Michael is finally exonerated and reunited with Sara and Mike, (T-Bag's son) is killed in a confrontation with Jacob’s henchwoman, A&W. In a final act of revenge, T-Bag is sent back to Fox River, where he is placed in a cell with Jacob, bringing his story to a dark and circular conclusion. Critical Reception

Watch the cast and hosts discuss the creative choices behind the finale in this detailed breakdown: [S5E9] Behind the Eyes

Reviews for the finale were mixed, often highlighting the contrast between Michael’s brilliant endgame and the rushed nature of the narrative:

Users on forums like Reddit shared mixed feelings about the ending of the revival. The Season 5 finale of , titled "

While the reunion of the Scofield family was a long-awaited moment, some felt it "packed very little emotional punch" due to the breakneck pace of the final scenes. Community Perspectives

A common criticism was that the episode felt rushed, with many suggesting it should have been a 90-minute installment rather than 45 minutes. Many reviewers felt Whip’s death was "out of place" and "done solely for shock value," arguing it robbed T-Bag of his potential redemption arc. In a final act of revenge, T-Bag is

“The ending felt a little underwhelming to me, not gonna lie. Not even a real family scene with Michael/Sara/Mike?” Reddit · r/PrisonBreak · 8 years ago