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Written by Matt Whitney and directed by Andy Wolk. Core Plotlines

'Gossip Girl,' Season 5, Episode 23, 'The Fugitives': TV Recap [S5E23] The Fugitives

Critics often highlight this episode for its "cockamamie" but entertaining plans and the emotional weight of Chuck and Blair's chemistry compared to the "DB" (Dan/Blair) relationship. Reviewers from sites like Vulture and The Wall Street Journal noted that while the plot was rushed, it effectively set the stage for the dramatic season finale. Written by Matt Whitney and directed by Andy Wolk

The primary focus is the fallout from discovering that Bart Bass is alive. Chuck, Blair, Serena, Ivy, and Lola team up in an elaborate scheme to protect Bart from a dangerous competitor. The primary focus is the fallout from discovering

Blair finds herself torn between supporting Chuck in his family crisis and attending a critical meeting regarding her future in Rome with Dan.