Slow Horses Season 5: Tech Nerd Takes Centre Stage in MI5’s Latest High-Stakes Mission
A New Chapter for Slough House
The highly anticipated fifth season of the Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning espionage drama ‘Slow Horses’ is set to premiere on Apple TV+ on September 24, 2025. The series, adapted from Mick Herron’s ‘London Rules’, will continue to showcase the misadventures of its dysfunctional team of British intelligence agents.
Critical Acclaim and Success
The show’s previous season maintained its exceptional track record with a 98% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics praised it as ‘superb,’ noting that the series’ ‘shabby charms reach a full gallop’ in delivering what might be Slough House’s most compelling operation yet.
Season 5 Plot and Cast Updates
The new season’s plot revolves around an intriguing premise: when resident tech expert Roddy Ho surprisingly acquires a glamorous new girlfriend, suspicions arise. As bizarre events begin occurring across London, the Slow Horses must piece together how everything is connected.
The ensemble cast features Academy Award nominee Kristin Scott Thomas, Emmy Award nominee Jack Lowden, Saskia Reeves, Rosalind Eleazar, Christopher Chung, and Academy Award nominee Jonathan Pryce. The fifth season will also welcome ‘Ted Lasso’ star Nick Mohammed as a special guest star.
Behind-the-Scenes Changes
In a significant development, Will Smith, the Emmy-winning creator of ‘Slow Horses’, will be departing the series after Season 5. Smith, who served as writer and executive producer, has been instrumental in shaping the show’s success. Despite this change, the series has already secured renewal through Season 7 at Apple TV+, with Gaby Chiappe taking over for Season 6 and Ben Vanstone for Season 7.
Looking Ahead
The fifth season will follow the established format with six episodes, beginning with the premiere on September 24, 2025, followed by weekly episodes until October 29, 2025. The series continues to maintain its reputation as ‘undoubtedly the best spy series on television,’ holding a Certified Fresh score across all seasons, with two seasons achieving a perfect 100% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes.
