Apple TV's Slow Horses has just wrapped up another explosive season, and the spies of Slough House aren't done yet. The critically acclaimed thriller has been renewed for a seventh season, with production already underway and a release window set for 2027. Fans of the show won't have to wait too long to see what's next for Jackson Lamb and his team of misfit agents.
The series, based on Mick Herron's novels, follows the disgraced agents of Slough House, a dumping ground for MI5's failures. Gary Oldman stars as Jackson Lamb, the slovenly but brilliant spymaster, while Jack Lowden plays River Cartwright, a promising agent whose career derailed after a botched mission. This season, the team was reunited with Sid Baker (Olivia Cooke), who was left in a coma back in Season 1. But their reunion was short-lived, as Sid found herself marked for death, and a pair of relentless assassins has been picking off Slow Horses across London.
Even if the season finale delivers a shocking end for Lamb or Cartwright, the show will march on. Apple TV has not only renewed the series for Season 7 but also for Season 8, ensuring the story continues through at least 2028. That's a testament to the show's consistent critical acclaim and loyal fanbase.
What's Next in Season 7?
Season 7 will adapt Herron's 2022 novel Bad Actors, which centers on a missing member of a government think tank tasked with overseeing the intelligence services. The prime suspect? Diana Taverner (Kristin Scott Thomas), a longtime thorn in Slough House's side. The new season will also introduce several fresh faces, including Varada Sethu (Doctor Who), Ethan Moorhouse (MobLand), Tuppence Middleton (Sense8), Merab Ninidze (Conclave), and Joshua McGuire (Lovesick).
With production already in full swing, fans can expect the same blend of gritty espionage, dark humor, and razor-sharp writing that has made Slow Horses a standout in the spy genre. If you need a refresher on the show's most jaw-dropping moments, check out our ranking of the most shocking deaths in the series.
As the show continues to expand its universe, it's clear that Slow Horses has become a cornerstone of Apple TV's lineup. With Season 7 on the horizon and Season 8 already confirmed, the future looks bright for these beleaguered spies. Stay tuned for more updates as production progresses.
