True Detective Season 5 Moves to Jamaica Bay

The upcoming fifth season of HBO's 'True Detective' will take place in Jamaica Bay, New York, shifting from the previous Alaskan setting of 'True Detective: Night Country'. Francesca Orsi, HBO's Head of Drama, confirmed that Issa Lopez, who successfully helmed the fourth season, will return as showrunner and bring her unique storytelling to the new locale. The series is set to premiere in 2027, with filming expected to begin soon and casting currently underway. This season is anticipated to have three leads—two males and one female—and will feature connections to 'Night Country', though it will stand alone with its own narrative. Lopez and Orsi emphasize the season's powerful storytelling, promising a compelling experience akin to its predecessors. This continuation aims to build on the series' legacy, following the Emmy-winning performance by Jodie Foster in the previous installment.