Welcome to Wrexham has captured the hearts of football fans and documentary enthusiasts alike, chronicling the remarkable journey of Wrexham AFC under the ownership of Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. With the series renewed for a fourth season, anticipation is high for what’s next for the Red Dragons. Here’s everything we know about Welcome to Wrexham Season 4, including release date, cast, plot details, and more.
Welcome to Wrexham Season 4 Release Date
FX has confirmed that Welcome to Wrexham Season 4 will premiere on May 15, 2025, at 9 p.m. ET/PT, with the first two episodes airing on FX and streaming the next day on Hulu in the U.S. Internationally, the season will debut on Disney+ on May 16, 2025, with the first two episodes dropping simultaneously, followed by weekly releases for the remaining six episodes. This aligns with the show’s shift to a spring release, as seen with Season 3, allowing it to cover the ongoing 2024-2025 EFL League One season.
Welcome to Wrexham Season 4 Cast
As a documentary series, Welcome to Wrexham features real-life figures rather than actors, with the cast depending on who consents to be filmed and the events unfolding at Wrexham AFC. Key figures expected to return include:
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Ryan Reynolds: Co-owner of Wrexham AFC, known for Deadpool, and a driving force behind the club’s global spotlight.
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Rob McElhenney: Co-owner and star of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, deeply involved in the club’s operations.
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Humphrey Ker: Wrexham AFC’s executive director, a fan favorite for his wit and leadership.
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Shaun Harvey: A key member of the Wrexham board of directors.
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Wrexham AFC Players: Expect appearances from returning players like Steven Fletcher, Mark Howard, Elliot Lee, and Lewis Brunt, who were confirmed to have filmed a golf outing for the series. New signings, including goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo, midfielder Ollie Rathbone, and record-breaking striker Modou Faal, may also feature prominently.
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Wrexham AFC Women’s Team: Following their promotion to the Welsh Adran Premier League, the women’s team is likely to be spotlighted again.
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Fans and Community Members: The heart of the series, local supporters and behind-the-scenes staff will continue to share their stories.
Welcome to Wrexham Season 4 Plot
Welcome to Wrexham Season 4 will dive into the 2024-2025 EFL League One season, Wrexham AFC’s first campaign in the third tier of English football since 2004. The series will continue to follow the club’s rapid rise, having secured back-to-back promotions under Reynolds and McElhenney’s ownership.
