Get ready for a climax that will leave you breathless! The fifth season of Slow Horses, starring Gary Oldman and Jack Lowden, is set to deliver an action-packed finale that promises to redefine the series’ thrilling edge. If you’ve been following the show, you’ll be thrilled to know this season’s final episode is poised to blow your mind—thanks to a bold statement from one of its stars. Nick Mohammed, who plays Zahar Jaffrey, the Mayor of London, hinted at a finale that’s not just intense, but outright explosive. "I think everyone will appreciate that Slow Horses ends in quite an explosive way and there are lots of twists and turns," he told Radio Times. "This season definitely does that as well. There’s a pretty intense action sequence at the end."
But here’s where it gets controversial: while the show’s spies are known for their cunning, the finale’s unpredictability might challenge long-time fans. After all, in the world of espionage, the London Rules—"cover your back"—are non-negotiable. Yet, this season’s plot seems to defy that very principle.
What to expect from Season 5? The synopsis hints at a mystery that starts with a simple twist: resident tech genius Roddy Ho (played by Chris Chung) suddenly has a glamorous new girlfriend. What follows is a web of bizarre events that force the Slow Horses team to piece together a dangerous puzzle. As the show’s creator, Steven Knight, once explained, "Lamb knows that in the world of espionage, the London Rules—cover your back—always apply." This season, however, appears to test those rules in ways that might make viewers question the team’s strategies.
Meanwhile, Gary Oldman shared a fun tidbit about working with Chris Chung. "I love and only ever interact with [Chris] in passing and in insults [on screen]," he joked during a press event. Their dynamic—where Jackson (Oldman) often gives orders from his desk while Roddy takes the lead—adds a layer of humor to the show’s high-stakes narrative.
And this is the part most people miss: the showrunner, Douglas Urbanski, called Season 5 the "silly season." Silly, because Roddy Ho is the main character, and he’s the most outlandish of them all. But is that a compliment or a critique? Some fans might argue that Roddy’s antics overshadow the team’s mission, while others see him as the heart of the season’s charm.
As the finale approaches, one thing is clear: this season is a masterclass in balancing suspense, humor, and high-octane action. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the series, the final episode is bound to spark debates. So, what do you think? Will the finale be explosive enough to surprise you, or will it feel like a predictable ending? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
