Supergirl - 5x17

Watch the official sneak peek for this episode, featuring Melissa Benoist's directorial work:

The seventeenth episode of 's fifth season is titled " Deus Lex Machina " . This landmark episode marked the directorial debut of the series star, Melissa Benoist. Key Plot Developments Supergirl 5x17

: Lex meticulously orchestrates events to drive Lena Luthor closer to him while furthering her rift with Kara. Watch the official sneak peek for this episode,

: The story was written by Lindsay Sturman, with a teleplay by Katie Rose Rogers and Brooke Pohl. : The story was written by Lindsay Sturman,

: Lex pits Supergirl and her team against the secret organization Leviathan, all while positioning himself to defeat them and appear as the hero.

: The episode uncovers Lex's role in the death of Jeremiah Danvers, which he framed to manipulate Eve Teschmacher into his service. Notable Details