Apple TV+ has officially greenlit a fifth season of its critically acclaimed alternate-history saga, For All Mankind. The announcement comes hot on the heels of the season four finale, promising to propel the epic space race narrative further into the future than ever before.
The hit series, created by Ronald D. Moore, Matt Wolpert, and Ben Nedivi, imagines a world where the global space race never ended. Each season leaps forward by a decade, and season five is set to launch viewers into the early 2000s, continuing the high-stakes drama of exploration and ambition.
New Faces Joining the Mission
The upcoming season will welcome a new star to its ensemble. Emmy nominee Toby Kebbell (Servant, RocknRolla) has been confirmed for a major series regular role. While details of his character are being kept under wraps, his addition signals a significant new dynamic for the established crew at NASA and beyond.
When Can We Expect Season 5?
While an exact release date is still TBC, production is scheduled to begin later in 2024. Based on the typical production schedule for the series, fans can likely anticipate the new season to premiere on Apple TV+ in early to mid-2025.
A Look Back at the Journey So Far
The show began with the Soviet Union beating the US to the moon, altering the course of history. We've followed the lives of astronauts, engineers, and their families through the 70s, 80s, 90s, and most recently, the focus on mining resources on Mars in the early 90s. The season four finale set the stage for the next great leap, establishing the foundation for the new conflicts and technological marvels of the 2000s.
With its gripping blend of historical fiction, human drama, and scientific wonder, For All Mankind continues to be a flagship series for Apple TV+, captivating audiences with its compelling question: What if?
