Sir Gary Oldman’s Remarkable Year: Knighthood, Stage Return, and ‘Slow Horses’ Success

A Year of Accolades and New Beginnings

Gary Oldman has been awarded a knighthood, with the actor expressing that being included in the lineage of extraordinary artists who hold this title fills him with ‘indescribable humility and pride.’

In a groundbreaking move, the acclaimed actor is set to return to the British stage in April 2025, ending a nearly four-decade absence. He will star in Samuel Beckett’s celebrated one-man play ‘Krapp’s Last Tape’ at York Theatre Royal, running from April 14 through May 17.

Continued Success with ‘Slow Horses’

Oldman continues to receive acclaim for his role as Jackson Lamb in the darkly comedic spy drama ‘Slow Horses.’ The series has been celebrated as ‘undoubtedly the best spy series on television’ and maintains a Certified Fresh score, with two seasons achieving a perfect 100% critics’ score.

The fifth season of ‘Slow Horses’ is set to premiere on September 24, 2025, with Lamb and his Slow Horses embarking on a new mission to find and neutralize a mole within the British Government before they can bring down the state.

Legacy and Recognition

Oldman’s service to British entertainment spans numerous iconic roles, including his Oscar-winning portrayal of Winston Churchill in ‘Darkest Hour,’ his performance as George Smiley in ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy,’ and his current role as the Falstaffian Jackson Lamb. The actor has expressed particular pride in how ‘Slow Horses’ has ‘really started to gather some momentum’ in the U.S., noting that the show has become ‘truly international now.’

With Season 6 already completed and Season 7 scheduled to begin filming in late September or early October, Oldman’s portrayal of Jackson Lamb continues to earn him accolades, including Golden Globe, Emmy, and BAFTA Award nominations.