Apple TV+ is set to expand its critically acclaimed series, "For All Mankind," by renewing it for a fifth season and launching a brand new spin-off that revisits the starting line of the space race. The original series, which premiered alongside the launch of Apple TV+ in 2019, has captivated audiences with its alternate history where the Soviets landed on the moon first.
The new spin-off, working under the title "Star City," aims to explore this alternate universe from a fresh perspective, focusing on the Soviet Union’s efforts. According to Variety, "Star City" will delve into the lives of cosmonauts, engineers, and intelligence officers who were integral to the Soviet space program, illuminating the personal and political risks involved in their mission to lead the space race.
Created by the same minds behind "For All Mankind," including Ronald D. Moore and showrunners Matt Wolpert and Ben Nedivi, the spin-off promises to offer an in-depth look at the "secret city" outside Moscow that housed the Soviet space program’s operations.
Wolpert and Nedivi expressed their excitement about the expansion, noting their growing intrigue with the Soviet space program with each season of "For All Mankind." The new series aims to present the untold stories of the individuals behind the Iron Curtain who propelled humanity forward in their universe.
As fans eagerly await more details, there is no official release date yet for "Star City" or the fifth season of "For All Mankind" due to delays from the Hollywood strikes in 2023. Meanwhile, viewers can catch up on all four seasons of "For All Mankind" currently available on Apple TV+.
