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Slow Horses Season 5 Debuts Wednesday on Apple TV+ With Roddy Ho at the Center

Early reviews praise a season shaped by author‑approved departures from the novel.

Overview

  • Apple TV+ will launch the first two episodes on September 24, followed by weekly releases culminating in an October 22 finale.
  • Christopher Chung says Roddy Ho drives the new storyline through a risky romance that pulls the team into high‑stakes political turmoil.
  • Nick Mohammed joins as London’s mayor Zahar Jaffrey and teases an “explosive” finale capped by an intense action sequence.
  • Mick Herron confirms the adaptation makes significant changes from his book, including shifts he personally instigated.
  • Early coverage cites strong reception, noting an initial 100% score from a dozen Rotten Tomatoes critics, while the core ensemble returns alongside newcomers Hiba Bennani and Mohammed.