The Rakudushis cult returns in “Tyler Perry’s Ruthless,” and Season 5 is set to be the most explosive yet. The BET+ series kicks off on Thursday, March 13, with three new episodes. Subsequent episodes will air weekly, leading to the season finale on Thursday, April 24.
What Just Happened: Season five of “Ruthless” throws viewers into the deep end of destruction. Expect significant bloodshed on all sides as the Rakudushis compound faces internal and external threats. Old alliances break, no one can be trusted, and those who are innocent suffer the consequences. The season has nine episodes, and the primary cast includes Melissa L. Williams (Ruth Truesdale), Matt Cedeno (The Highest), and Baadja-Lyne Odums (Marva).
So What: As a spin-off of “The Oval,” “Ruthless” dives into the dangerous and manipulative world of a fictional cult. This season cranks up the intensity, following the fallout of past actions and the ever-present struggle for control.
Why It Matters: “Ruthless” explores the alarming reality of cults and the damage they inflict. The show’s return continues a gripping, high-stakes narrative filled with shocking developments.
