# Slow Horses Season 5: Anticipations for the Apple TV+ Spy Drama
Enthusiasts of the gritty, darkly comedic spy series *Slow Horses* have plenty to anticipate as the show prepares for its fifth season on Apple TV+. Adapted from the *Slough House* novels by Mick Herron, the series has enthralled viewers with its distinctive mix of intelligence operations, cutting humor, and a cast of mismatched spies headed by the cantankerous Jackson Lamb, portrayed by the incomparable Gary Oldman.
While the fifth season is still a few months out and lacks an official premiere date, Apple TV+ has already released a teaser that’s bound to ignite excitement among viewers. For those keeping up with the show, you’re likely aware that each season corresponds to one of Herron’s novels, and the forthcoming season will draw from *London Rules*, the fifth entry in the *Slough House* series. Here’s what we currently know about the future adventures of the Slow Horses and their beleaguered chief, Jackson Lamb.
## **The Storyline: What Awaits in Season 5?**
In *London Rules*, the stakes escalate dramatically as a string of indiscriminate terror strikes wreak havoc across the UK. Amidst the turmoil, there’s a plot to assassinate Roddy Ho, the brash yet brilliant IT expert of Slough House. As usual, the Slow Horses—MI5’s misfits—find themselves at the heart of a perilous scenario that nobody else is willing to tackle.
Back at MI5’s headquarters in Regent’s Park, the political machinations are equally intense. Lady Di Taverner, the ambitious and crafty deputy director, is keenly awaiting First Desk Claude Whelan to slip up. Whelan, a bureaucrat still acclimating to the world of espionage, must steer through the perilous currents of MI5’s internal dynamics while attempting to safeguard his position. As Herron succinctly puts it in *London Rules*, the distinction between Moscow Rules and London Rules is clear: “Moscow Rules: watch your back. London Rules: cover your arse.”
The forthcoming season will also explore Jackson Lamb’s backstory in greater depth. Fans of both the novels and the series have long speculated how Lamb, a character who appears to take pleasure in his own dishevelment and contempt for authority, came to lead Slough House. *London Rules* is set to clarify this enduring mystery, providing insights into the history of one of contemporary spy fiction’s most fascinating figures.
## **The Ensemble: Who’s Coming Back?**
Gary Oldman’s depiction of Jackson Lamb has been a standout aspect of the series, and he’s confirmed to return for Season 5. Lamb is a stark contrast to the suave, Bond-like spy archetype; he’s rough, unpolished, and frequently brash, yet his keen instincts and extensive espionage knowledge render him a powerful leader. Oldman’s performance has garnered widespread acclaim, and fans are eager to witness his character’s development in the upcoming season.
The entire Slough House crew will be back, including:
– **Roddy Ho** (Christopher Chung), the technology whiz whose bloated self-image often lands him in hot water.
– **River Cartwright** (Jack Lowden), the fallen MI5 operative seeking to reclaim his honor.
– **Louisa Guy** (Rosalind Eleazar), the capable and pragmatic agent frequently tasked with remedying her colleagues’ blunders.
– **Catherine Standish** (Saskia Reeves), the ex-MI5 officer grappling with her own struggles.
New faces and guest stars are anticipated to join the cast, introducing fresh dynamics to the already intricate relationships within Slough House and MI5.
## **The Teaser: A Sneak Peek of What Lies Ahead**
Apple TV+ recently unveiled a teaser for Season 5, available at the conclusion of the Season 4 finale. The teaser hints at the impending chaos and intrigue, featuring enigmatic scenes that imply a convoluted conspiracy and more of the signature dark humor that fans adore.
One of the primary plot elements hinted at is Roddy Ho’s new romantic entanglement, which breeds skepticism among his teammates. Given Roddy’s brash demeanor, it’s no wonder that the group is doubtful of his new girlfriend. However, as strange occurrences begin to transpire throughout the city, it becomes evident that there’s far more to this relationship—and the overarching narrative—than initially apparent.
Apple’s official synopsis for the new season states: “In season five of *Slow Horses*, everyone is wary when resident tech whiz Roddy Ho has a glamorous new girlfriend, but when a series of increasingly odd events plays out across the city, it’s up to the Slow Horses to determine how everything ties together. After all, Lamb knows that in the realm of espionage
