The season 5 premiere of , titled " Steal From the Thief ," is a high-stakes reset for the Lyon family as they attempt to reclaim their legacy from the wreckage of the previous season.
: The episode begins two years after the explosive events of the Season 4 finale. The Lyons have lost their company, their fortune, and are effectively starting from zero. [S5E1] Steal From The Thief
: Lucious and Cookie are seen living a relatively modest life compared to their previous opulence. Their primary goal throughout the episode is to find a way to "steal back" their empire from Eddie Barker , who took control of the company. The season 5 premiere of , titled "
For fans of the series, this episode serves as a "back to basics" moment that focuses on the grit and ambition that originally built Empire Entertainment. Empire Season 5 Episode 1 Recap: Steal From the Thief : Lucious and Cookie are seen living a