We asked AI: Is ‘Slow Horses’ season 5 happening? Release date, cast & plot details

“Slow Horses,” the critically acclaimed espionage thriller on Apple TV+, has been officially renewed for a fifth season. Based on Mick Herron’s “London Rules,” Season 5 promises to deliver the gripping narratives and complex character developments that fans have come to expect. So when will it arrive? We asked AI to predict the potential release date, cast and plot. Here’s what AI suggested.

Slow Horses season 5 potential release date 

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The production of Season 5 concluded in October 2024. Historically, the series has maintained a consistent release schedule:

  • Season 1: April 1, 2022
  • Season 2: December 2, 2022
  • Season 3: November 29, 2023
  • Season 4: September 4, 2024

Given this pattern and the completion of filming, AI predicts that Season 5 will premiere in the latter half of 2025.

Slow Horses season 5 expected cast 

As per AI suggestion, the ensemble cast, led by Gary Oldman as the irascible Jackson Lamb, is expected to reprise their roles:

  • Gary Oldman as Jackson Lamb
  • Jack Lowden as River Cartwright
  • Saskia Reeves as Catherine Standish
  • Christopher Chung as Roddy Ho
  • Rosalind Eleazar as Louisa Guy
  • Aimee-Ffion Edwards as Shirley Dander
  • Tom Brooke as J.K. Coe
  • James Callis as Claude Whelan
  • Samuel West as Peter Judd

Slow Horses season 5 potential plot 

As per AI prediction, Season 5 will adapt “London Rules,” the fifth book in Herron’s series. The storyline is expected to delve into a series of enigmatic terror attacks across the UK, challenging the already strained resources of Slough House. The season will likely explore political machinations, with figures like Peter Judd playing pivotal roles. Additionally, the character Roddy Ho is set to take center stage, offering a fresh perspective and dynamic to the team’s operations.

Disclaimer: This article was generated with the assistance of AI and is based on publicly available information, predictions and online sources.