Queen of the South season 5 episode 5 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Teresa Mendoza juggles complex alliances, dealing with shipment issues and Boaz's ambitions. Facing money laundering hurdles, her team strategizes on how to manage excess dirty cash. Oksana, cheated in a deal with a fake painting, needs Teresa's help to retrieve a vital molly shipment. In Miami, George uncovers Boaz's hidden agenda, raising suspicions. Teresa and Oksana execute a daring plan in Berlin to infiltrate a black market circle, retrieving the molly through tense negotiations. Meanwhile, Teresa's empire expands into Europe, marking significant growth and a move towards legitimacy with her new hotel ownership.
Full Episode S05E05 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Teresa Mendoza?
Teresa Mendoza is the main character, a powerful leader in the drug cartel.
What is the issue with the money laundering?
Teresa's team is struggling to launder their excess dirty money.
Who is Oksana?
Oksana is an associate of Teresa who gets cheated with a fake Vermeer painting.
What is the problem Oksana faces?
Oksana needs to retrieve a molly shipment for a buyer but faces logistical issues.
Who is Boaz and what is his role?
Boaz is a family member of Teresa's who seeks to assert his power within the cartel.
Why does Teresa send Boaz back to Miami?
Teresa sends Boaz back to Miami to keep an eye on him and warns him against betrayal.
What is the plan to deal with the excess dirty money?
The plan is to purchase new properties every three months to launder the excess money.
Why do Teresa and Oksana go to Berlin?
They go to Berlin to infiltrate a black market dealer's circle and retrieve the molly.
What is George's role in Miami?
George is in Miami to oversee Boaz's operations and report back to Teresa.
What does George discover about Boaz?
George discovers Boaz's secret stash and suspects his ulterior motives.
How do Teresa and Oksana gain access to Durand?
They steal art to gain access to Simon Durand, a black market dealer.
What is the outcome of the negotiation with Durand?
Teresa successfully retrieves the molly after tough negotiations.
What is Teresa's plan for expansion?
Teresa plans to expand her cartel into Europe and forms new alliances for growth.
How is Teresa moving towards legitimacy?
Teresa moves towards legitimacy by owning a hotel.
What is the state of Teresa's ambition?
Teresa remains ambitious and focused on growing her empire despite challenges.