Slow Horses (2022)

Synopsis

Follow a dysfunctional team of MI5 agents—and their obnoxious boss, the notorious Jackson Lamb—as they navigate the espionage world's smoke and mirrors to defend England from sinister forces.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Apple TV
• Apple TV Amazon Channel

Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Gary Oldman as Jackson Lamb
• Jack Lowden as River Cartwright
• Kristin Scott Thomas as Diana Taverner
• Saskia Reeves as Catherine Standish
• Christopher Chung as Roddy Ho
• Rosalind Eleazar as Louisa Guy
• Aimee-Ffion Edwards as Shirley Dander
• Kadiff Kirwan as Marcus Longridge
• Jonathan Pryce as David Cartwright
• Chris Reilly as Nick Duffy

If you liked Slow Horses, try

• The Night Agent
• The Agency
• Bridgerton
• Cross
• Sherlock
• Spooks
• The Capture
• Citadel

BingeNext's take

If you’re into crime dramas with a twist of mystery and a bit of dark humor, Slow Horses is a great pick. It follows a group of MI5 agents who are more flawed than your typical heroes, led by the famously grumpy Jackson Lamb, played by Gary Oldman. The show has a gritty vibe but also keeps you hooked with its clever twists and sharp dialogue. With six seasons and plenty of episodes, it’s perfect for anyone who loves getting lost in a slow-burning espionage story that’s as much about the characters’ quirks as it is about the spy games. If you liked shows like Sherlock or The Night Agent, you’ll find something familiar here but with its own unique edge. It feels like peeling back layers of a complicated world where nothing is quite as it seems, and the cast really brings the tension and dry wit to life.