Get ready for more twists and turns in the world of British espionage. “Slow Horses” returns to Apple TV+ with its fifth season on September 24, bringing back the misfit spies of Slough House for another round of high-stakes drama.
This spy thriller stars Gary Oldman as the grumpy, brilliant Jackson Lamb, who leads a team of MI5 rejects stuck in Slough House. These “slow horses” messed up big time but didn’t quite deserve the boot. They spend their days on boring paperwork, but somehow they always end up saving Britain from disaster. In Season 5, things kick off when tech whiz Roddy Ho shows up with a stunning new girlfriend. Suspicion runs high, and soon bizarre events unfold across London. It’s up to the Slow Horses to connect the dots and stop the chaos.
Here’s your guide to “Slow Horses” Season 5 on Apple TV+, including release details, how to stream it, the full cast, and more.
When Does ‘Slow Horses’ Season 5 Premiere?
“Slow Horses” Season 5 drops on Apple TV+ Wednesday, September 24, with the first two episodes available right away. New episodes arrive every Wednesday until October 22. Apple TV+ doesn’t specify an exact time, but based on past releases, expect them to go live around 9 p.m. ET the night before— so you could start watching as early as Tuesday evening.
How to Stream ‘Slow Horses’ Season 5 for Free
You need an Apple TV+ subscription to catch “Slow Horses” Season 5, as it streams exclusively there. Good news: New users get a seven-day free trial, which lets you binge a couple of episodes before the $12.99 monthly fee starts.
If you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can add Apple TV+ through Prime Video for the same price and trial period. It’s a seamless way to dive into the Slow Horses spy thriller without extra hassle.
‘Slow Horses’ Season 5 Cast
The “Slow Horses” cast delivers sharp performances, with stars you’ve seen in hits like “Ted Lasso,” “The Lord of the Rings,” and “Four Weddings and a Funeral.” Gary Oldman shines as Jackson Lamb, the chain-smoking boss who keeps his team on their toes. Jack Lowden plays River Cartwright, the eager agent trying to redeem himself. Kristin Scott Thomas is Diana Taverner, the no-nonsense MI5 bigwig, while Hugo Weaving joins as the mysterious Frank Harkness.
Other key players include Saskia Reeves as Catherine Standish, Rosalind Eleazar as Louisa Guy, Christopher Chung as Roddy Ho, Aimee-Ffion Edwards as Shirley Dander, Joanna Scanlan as Moira Tregorian, Tom Brooke as J.K. Coe, Naomi Wirthner as Molly Doran, Ruth Bradley as Emma Flyte, James Callis as Claude Whelan, Nick Mohammed as Mayor Zafar Jaffrey, and Hiba Bennani as Tara.
‘Slow Horses’ Season 5 Episode Schedule
Season 5 packs six episodes into its run. They drop weekly on Wednesdays, but remember, they might stream a bit early. Here’s the lineup:
– Episode 1: “Bad Date” – September 24
– Episode 2: “Incommunicado” – September 24
– Episode 3: “Tall Tales” – October 1
– Episode 4: “Missiles” – October 8
– Episode 5: “Circus” – October 15
– Episode 6: “Scars” – October 22
Has ‘Slow Horses’ Been Renewed for More Seasons?
Yes, fans can breathe easy. Apple TV+ renewed “Slow Horses” for Season 6 in October 2024, and filming wrapped already. They went even further with a Season 7 pickup in July 2025. So after Season 5 ends, you’ll have at least two more installments of this gripping MI5 series to look forward to.
Is ‘Slow Horses’ Based on Books?
Absolutely. “Slow Horses” draws from Mick Herron’s popular Slough House book series. Each season adapts one of the novels, and Season 5 pulls from the fifth book, “London Rules,” keeping the witty intrigue and character depth intact.
Watch the ‘Slow Horses’ Season 5 Trailer
The official trailer teases plenty of action, betrayal, and Lamb’s signature sarcasm. Check it out on YouTube to get hyped for the premiere.
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