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For All Mankind season 5 release schedule: When are new episodes on Apple TV?

Humanity’s next giant leap continues – here’s exactly when each episode of For All Mankind season 5 lands on Apple TV+.

Coral Peña as Aleida Rosales in For All Mankind season 5

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Published: Monday, 4 May 2026 at 9:56 am

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For All Mankind is now nearing the end of its penultimate season, where trouble has been brewing on the show's ironically named Mars colony, Happy Valley.

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As they jump forward in time once again in their epic saga, creators Ronald D Moore, Matt Wolpert and Ben Nedivi have shown there are no sacred cows in For All Mankind by killing off an original character earlier this season.

The alternative history sci-fi drama, which kicked off with the Soviet Union winning the space race (which is set to be revisited in new spin-off Star City), has now forged a fascinating vision for the future involving considerable expansion into outer space – but alas, still no utopia.

If you're enjoying the Apple TV original, read on for your guide to the For All Mankind season 5 release schedule – including when to expect episode 6.

How many episodes are in For All Mankind season 5?

Season 5 is expected to follow a similar format to previous seasons, consisting of 10 episodes, delivering a weekly rollout across roughly two and a half months.

Sean Kaufman as Alex and Ruby Cruz as Lily in For All Mankind season 5

Sean Kaufman as Alex and Ruby Cruz as Lily in For All Mankind season 5 Apple TV

For All Mankind release schedule: When are new episodes out on Apple TV?

Barring any surprise double-bills or schedule changes, here’s when you can expect each episode to land:

What is For All Mankind season 5 about?

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Season 5 picks up years after the dramatic events of season 4, with Mars now home to thousands of residents and serving as a launchpad for even more ambitious missions deeper into the solar system.

However, as Earth’s governments attempt to impose control over the Red Planet, tensions begin to escalate between Martian settlers and their home world – setting the stage for a new chapter of political intrigue and high-stakes drama.

For All Mankind season 5 is available to stream on Apple TV – sign up now with a 7-day free trial.

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Morgan Jeffery

Morgan Jeffery

Morgan Jeffery is as a TV and Film expert and has appeared on BBC Breakfast, BBC Radio 5 Live and Sky Atlantic.

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