What is the title of episode 1 of Outer Banks season 5?

Episode 1 of Outer Banks season 5 is titled “The Crossing.”

The title refers to the opening stage of the Pogues’ journey after season 4. They are stranded in Morocco, grieving JJ and trying to intercept Chandler Groff before he can escape with the Blue Crown. The episode turns the season immediately toward travel, pursuit and survival.

“The Crossing” is the season premiere, not the finale or a season 4 episode. Netflix released it with the rest of season 5 on August 20, 2026. Its story establishes the international setting and the group’s dual goal of revenge and treasure recovery.

Viewers sometimes mix up “The Crossing” with “The Crown,” the title of episode 2. The two names are deliberately close because both episodes belong to the same Blue Crown pursuit, but “The Crossing” is specifically the first episode’s title.