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Will Smith Exits 'Slow Horses'; New Showrunners Take Charge

7/30/2025

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Will Smith, the visionary behind "Slow Horses," is set to depart after Season 5, debuting on September 24. He'll pass the torch to Gaby Chiappe for Season 6 and Ben Vanstone for Season 7. This gripping series, inspired by Mick Herron's novels, delves into the lives of MI5 agents navigating the murky waters of bureaucratic limbo.

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Story summary

Will Smith, the visionary behind "Slow Horses," is set to depart after Season 5, debuting on September 24. He'll pass the torch to Gaby Chiappe for Season 6 and Ben Vanstone for Season 7. This gripping series, inspired by Mick Herron's novels, delves into the lives of MI5 agents navigating the murky waters of bureaucratic limbo.