Harry Wild is back for a fifth season, premiering on Acorn TV on June 22. The popular Irish mystery series, starring Emmy and Golden Globe winner Jane Seymour, continues the story of sharp-witted amateur sleuth Harry Wild as she tackles complex and increasingly dangerous investigations.
Plot and Cast
Finding retirement dull, Harry becomes involved in solving intricate murder cases, partnering with a teenage assistant and often inserting herself into investigations led by her son, a police detective. The new season sees Seymour reunite with Joe Lando, her former co-star from Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman. Lando plays Pierce Kennedy, a charismatic State Pathologist whose arrival impacts Harry's world both professionally and personally.
Returning Characters
Alongside Seymour, the series features Rohan Nedd as Fergus and Kevin Ryan as Charlie. The trio confront undercover operations, unsettling murders, and ruthless criminals. Pierce becomes a key ally, offering sharp insights. Familiar faces returning include Rose O'Neill, Samantha Mumba, Paul Tylak, and Aoife Mulholland.
Reception
Harry Wild has been a major hit for Acorn TV, ranking among the platform's most-watched original series since its 2022 debut. Positive reviews on Rotten Tomatoes include: "Great fun buddy detective series... clever crime scenarios," and "Jane Seymour is joyous. I laughed out loud, jumped at the scary bits and fell in love with this character."
All six episodes of Harry Wild season 5 are available to stream on Acorn TV.
