Apple TV Executive Teases Ted Lasso Season 5 Likelihood
An Apple TV executive has suggested a fifth season of Ted Lasso is probable, citing the current season's quality and potential for more stories. This follows comments from co-creator Jason Sudeikis about developing future storylines.
Key takeaways
- Apple TV executive Eddy Cue believes Ted Lasso Season 5 is likely due to the current season's quality and story potential.
- Co-creator Jason Sudeikis is reportedly preparing to develop storylines for a possible fifth season.
- The series, which debuted its fourth season recently, has received critical acclaim and multiple awards.
- Returning and new cast members have been confirmed for the current season.
Apple TV is considering a fifth season for its Emmy-winning series, Ted Lasso, following the recent debut of its fourth season. Eddy Cue, senior vice president of services at Apple, indicated that the show has enough merit and narrative potential to warrant a renewal.
Cue expressed optimism about a fifth season, stating that the current season is "good enough" and that "plenty of stories to go on." He assured that Apple would "show up" for another season. This sentiment aligns with remarks from co-creator and star Jason Sudeikis, who has reportedly planned to return to the writers' room to develop storylines for a potential fifth season. Sudeikis has indicated an interest in continuing the series as a new trilogy, aiming for another three-season arc.
The series, which concluded its initial envisioned story in season three, has been renewed for a fourth season that explores new directions for the AFC Richmond team, possibly focusing on its women's soccer division. Ted Lasso initially centered on an American football coach managing a British soccer team, a plot driven by the owner's desire for the team to fail, which ultimately backfired.
Ted Lasso has garnered critical acclaim throughout its run, with season two achieving a 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and season four currently holding an 89% rating. The show has also received numerous awards, including an Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series, a Golden Globe for Jason Sudeikis, and a Peabody Award.
Key Facts
- Apple TV executive Eddy Cue stated that a fifth season of Ted Lasso seems likely.
- Cue believes the current season is "good enough" and offers "plenty of stories to go on."
- Co-creator and star Jason Sudeikis is reportedly planning to work on storylines for a potential season 5.
- Sudeikis is said to have a new trilogy in mind for the next phase of Ted Lasso.
- Ted Lasso season 4 premiered recently and streams new episodes weekly on Apple TV+.
- Returning cast members include Hannah Waddingham, Juno Temple, Jeremy Swift, Brett Goldstein, and Brendan Hunt.
- New cast members for the current season include Tanya Reynolds, Abbie Hern, Faye Marsay, Jude Mack, Rex Hayes, and Aisling Sharkey.
Background
The first three seasons of Ted Lasso focused on the titular American football coach's experience managing a struggling British soccer team. The initiative was orchestrated by owner Rebecca Welton as a way to spite her ex-husband, with the intention of sabotaging the team. However, Ted's approach and vision led to unexpected success.
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