i overpaid my taxes 5 years ago can i get the money back?

[Mike9241]

if you did not file a return for that year you have forfeited the refund. if you did file you would need to contact the IRS

https://www.irs.gov/faqs/irs-procedures/refund-inquiries/refund-inquiries-0

[Critter-3]

You have only 3 years to file for a refund so it is too late to file a return or an amendment.