Slow Horses showrunner talks potential 9 seasons – but has eye on spin-off

Slow Horses showrunner talks potential 9 seasons – but has eye on spin-off

As a cinephile who has spent countless hours immersed in the world of spy thrillers, I am beyond excited for the return of “Slow Horses” on Apple TV+! With showrunner Will Smith aiming for nine seasons and Gary Oldman’s keen interest in continuing to play Jackson Lamb, it feels like we are in store for a long and captivating journey.


In just a few weeks, Slow Horses will be back on Apple TV+ for its fourth season, with showrunner Will Smith already gearing up for a thrilling journey that could potentially span over nine seasons.

In this series, Gary Oldman takes center stage as Jackson Lamb, a high-ranking MI5 officer overseeing a team of former agents relegated to Slough House, who are all based on characters from Mick Herron’s acclaimed novel series.

As each season corresponds to a book in the series, and Apple TV+ has already given the go-ahead for Season 5, there may be additional installments if they choose to continue the series.

In a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Smith said he would want to create nine seasons, with the Slow Horses story spanning across nine books.

“I think Mick [Herron] is writing the ninth now, but we’ll have to see what happens,” he explained.

Based on Apple’s desires and the audience’s interest, I lean more towards creating a cliffhanger effect instead of overstaying my welcome. However, there’s plenty of room for exploration within the world of this series.

Slow Horses showrunner talks potential 9 seasons – but has eye on spin-off

However, it’s not just the nine seasons that occupy Smith’s thoughts; he also expresses his desire to develop a spin-off series, inspired by Herron’s book “The Secret Hours,” which explores the history behind the character Lamb in greater depth.

“He [Herron] brings in all these other existing characters,” Smith told the publication.

“This is a fantastic book, and I believe it could work well as a mini-series, movie, or similar format. I understand that Gary is eager to continue portraying his character, provided there’s demand for it.”

As a film enthusiast, I can’t reveal too much about the details of season 4, as the creators are keeping things tightly under wraps. Yet, there’s a tantalizing hint that has piqued our curiosity!

According to the summary, the upcoming season kicks off with an explosion revealing hidden truths, causing tremors in the fragile structure of Slough House.

As a movie enthusiast, let me share my thoughts on the fourth season of this gripping series, which draws heavily from the intriguing narrative laid out in Mick Herron’s Spook Street. The enticing synopsis of the book might offer a hint or two about the direction this season takes, but I assure you, there are plenty of surprises in store!

As a fervent reader, I recently stumbled upon an intriguing book summary: “After spending two decades away from the Intelligence Service, David Cartwright remains well-acquainted with the locations of long-buried secrets. However, when he inadvertently exposes these hidden truths, it seems a dangerous spotlight has been cast upon him.”

Slow Horses showrunner talks potential 9 seasons – but has eye on spin-off

As a movie enthusiast, I’ve always admired the character of the ‘Old Bastard,’ who nurtured his grandson to be a hero, not a sluggish steed. Contrary to expectations, River Cartwright isn’t weaving tales on Spook Street, but instead finds himself among Jackson Lamb’s motley crew of paper-pushing underdogs at Slough House. However, when his grandfather is in peril, this doesn’t mean he won’t abandon everything and take matters into his own hands, bucking the system to become a rogue agent.

Previously, Lamb collaborated with Cartwright, and understands more than most that he’s not an innocent elderly man. Therefore, when a distress signal triggers at the Intelligence Service headquarters, it’s Lamb who is summoned to confirm the identity of the deceased. Moreover, it will be Lamb who takes whatever measures are required to safeguard an agent in danger.

“Don’t miss out on the fourth season of Slow Horses, streaming exclusively on Apple TV+ starting from September 4th. Subscribe today!”

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2024-08-21 14:04