You Season 5: Unveiling the Cast, Plot, and More
Will Joe's killer storyline continue in You Season 5? Find out everything we know about the cast, plot, release date, and trailer for the highly anticipated next season of Netflix's hit series You Get ready for more thrilling twists and shocking revelations in the upcoming season!
Introducing Season 5 of the popular thriller series You on Netflix. Stay informed with the latest release date updates, trailer, cast, and plot details. Since its debut in 2018, the show, based on Caroline Kepnes' book series, has continued to captivate audiences worldwide.
The script was flipped in Season 4 Part 1, revealing Joe as not the main killer and also having his own stalker. Part 2 continues to upend these aspects even further. With the shocking ending of the fourth season, what direction will the series take? Will there be a Season 5, and what can we expect to happen?
Will there be a You Season 5?
Yes! You has been renewed for a fifth and final season and it will hit Netflix in 2024.
NEWS: Joe Goldberg will return for the fifth and ~final~ season of YOU in 2024.
— Netflix UK & Ireland (@NetflixUK) March 24, 2023
The renewal of the show was announced on March 24th, with Greg Berlanti and Sarah Schechter, the executive producers, revealing that they had always envisioned it as a five-season series. Unfortunately, showrunner Sera Gamble will be stepping down for the fifth season. "As I move away from the daily responsibilities of showrunning to concentrate on new ventures, I am incredibly thankful to co-creator and the brilliant Greg Berlanti, Caroline Kepnes, my colleagues at Berlanti Productions and Alloy Entertainment, as well as our reliable partners at Warner Bros and Netflix," she shared with Netflix.
"It has been an honor and incredibly enjoyable to work on the show with our talented writers, producers, directors, cast, and crew. Working with the incredibly gifted and thoughtful artist Penn Badgely has been a true blessing.
I am proud of what we have achieved and feel privileged to hand over the reins. I am excited to watch and support the You team as they bring Joe Goldberg's journey to its thrillingly twisted conclusion."
Is there a You Season 5 release date?
As of writing, there is no exact release date for You Season 5.
You Season 5 trailer: Is there a trailer?
With the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strikes, there is a possibility of a delay in the production of the newest season. However, with the year 2024 as the target, there is still hope that we won't have to wait too long for the conclusion to Joe's story.
Check out the teaser trailer for the upcoming and final season below:
Get ready for Joe Goldberg's last chapter. The fifth and final season will be back in 2024! pic.twitter.com/rbQBOnQPSJ
The teaser does not feature new promotional footage, but instead, it ominously repeats "Hello, You" until finally concluding with Joe's iconic inner monologue saying, "Goodbye, You."
You Season 5 cast: Who is starring next season?
A Tudum teaser also does not feature original footage, but it keeps teasing the finale, with the statement "Joe's past always has a way of sneaking up on him. The question is: who will it be this time?." Check it out below:
We can only expect Penn Badgley as Joe Goldberg and Charlotte Ritchie as Kate Lockwood/Galvin to return for Season 5. While Joe typically interacts with new characters each season, the final season may also bring back some familiar faces.
Amy Leigh-Hickman, who portrays Nadia, has expressed a desire to return to the show: "I would love to come back and play her again," she revealed to Digital Spy. "I believe that if she can handle everything she did in season four, there's nothing she can't do. So I wouldn't put anything past her, I wouldn't pass Joe either. I believe that's something they both have in common, strangely."
Tati Gabrielle, who plays Marienne, also hopes to make a comeback and mentioned to Digital Spy, "I would love to come back again. I feel like she hasn't had her time yet, and I think she deserves that. She's had a difficult life, man. She just needs a break. I would love to see more for Marienne. Even if she's not involved in taking down Joe, I just want her to be able to witness it."
You Season 5 plot: What will happen next season?
Showrunner Sera Gamble had previously teased an exciting Season 5 plot, telling The Hollywood Reporter: “We have an idea for season five that we’re excited about.”
We often discuss amongst the writers, including Greg and myself, as well as Penn, the idea of giving Joe Goldberg some form of justice to conclude his story arc. It's a challenge to figure out how to make someone like him face the consequences of his actions, especially since he has continuously evaded punishment. We frequently ask ourselves, "What does true justice look like for someone like him? What would cause him the most pain?"
The conclusion of Season 4 of You sees Joe returning to New York, closing the circle of his journey so far. Showrunner Gamble disclosed to The Cut that this was always the plan - for Joe to return home, revert to his real identity, and have access to abundant resources. With more support and a new perspective on his actions, the stage is set for a fresh narrative. The upcoming season may also feature the return of various characters, including Beck's friends, former neighbor Paco, Ellie, Marienne, and possibly Nadia, despite her current imprisonment.
In a recent interview with the Hollywood Reporter, Penn Badgley discussed the future of the show "You" and emphasized the focus on the main character's rise to power and the possibility of facing justice. According to Badgley, this transition will likely result in a dramatic and satisfying resolution for the audience, as the character now has much more to lose. Additionally, the actor revealed that Joe's newest love interest, Kate, is likely to be his final meaningful relationship, indicating that she is his endgame.
Kate seems to have embraced Joe for his true self, setting the stage for an intriguing future dynamic on the show. Only time will tell how it unfolds. Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available.
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Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan of the "You" series, I am thrilled about the upcoming fifth and final season. The show has kept me on the edge of my seat with its suspenseful plotlines and complex characters. I am eager to see how Joe's story concludes and whether he will finally face justice for his actions. The teaser trailer and Tudum teaser have only heightened my anticipation, and I can't wait to see what the final season has in store.
I appreciate the show's exploration of dark and twisted themes, and I find it fascinating to delve into the mind of a character like Joe Goldberg. Penn Badgley's portrayal of Joe is truly captivating, and I am excited to see how he brings the character's journey to a close. While I am sad to see the series end, I am confident that the writers will deliver a satisfying and unforgettable conclusion.
