The highly anticipated final season of You is almost here, and fans are ready for one last thrilling journey with Joe Goldberg, played by Penn Badgley. Season 5, which is set to premiere on Netflix on April 24, 2025, promises to be a rollercoaster of suspense, as Joe returns to New York City, hoping to start fresh. However, his dark past and the sinister desires he’s tried to suppress are soon to resurface, complicating his plans for a peaceful life.
The season picks up three years after Joe and his partner, Kate (Charlotte Ritchie), leave London for New York, aiming to turn over a new leaf. The couple is dedicated to helping each other live better lives, but their world quickly unravels when Joe crosses paths with a young woman, played by Madeline Brewer. Her presence will force Joe to reassess his life, while he also faces challenges from Kate’s family, adding further tension to an already complicated situation.
In an interview with Tudum, co-showrunner Michael Foley shared that the creative team is excited about bringing Joe’s character full circle. “We loved the idea of things coming full circle for him,” Foley explained. “We’re excited by the fact that Joe came home as such a different person than the one we saw in Season 1.” At the heart of the final season is the exploration of Joe’s evolution, focusing on the conflict between his old self and the person he’s trying to become.
The upcoming season will also feature a star-studded cast, with Badgley, Ritchie, and Brewer leading the way. Joining them are Griffin Matthews as Teddy Lockwood, Anna Camp as Raegan and Maddie Lockwood, Natasha Behnam as Dominique, Pete Ploszek as Harrison, Tom Francis as Clayton, Nava Mau as Detective Marquez, and many more.
With the series set to come to a dramatic end, fans can expect plenty of twists, revelations, and, of course, the chilling dynamics that have made You such a captivating show. The final season will be an intense ride as Joe Goldberg confronts the consequences of his past actions while trying to carve out a new life, making it a must-watch for anyone who has followed his journey so far.
