As the mob attacks the house, The Millers are rescued by Mott, who leads them to safety before abandoning them in the woods, where they are captured by the Polk family.
Thomasin and her mob drag Flora away to be sacrificed despite Priscilla's protests, but just as the sacrifice is to begin, Ambrose throws himself and his mother into the fire.
After Shelby gets medical attention, she and Matt decide to head back to Los Angeles to return to a normal life.
"Chapter 5" was watched by 2.82 million people during its original broadcast, and gained a 1.5 ratings share among adults aged 18–49.
The critical consensus reads, ""Chapter 5" provides a satisfyingly scary conclusion to Roanoke's first story arc – and sets up a quick change of course.