'Ted Lasso' Season 5 Could Begin Filming in January 2027
Season 4 pulled in nearly 300 million viewing minutes in its first two days on Apple TV+
Summary
Production for the fifth season is provisionally scheduled to begin in London in January 2027
New episodes could arrive as early as summer 2027 following a turnaround cycle similar to the show's second season
The rapid production timeline follows the record-breaking success of the current fourth season
Following the highly successful return of Ted Lasso for a fourth season, Apple is already preparing to keep the momentum going on the pitch. Reports indicate that the streaming platform is pushing forward with plans for a fifth installment of the acclaimed comedy series. Long-time Apple TV reporter Sigmund Judge revealed that production for the next season is provisionally set to kick off in London in January 2027. Barring unforeseen production complications or issues with sudden mustache growth, the timeline suggests the hit show could return to screens as early as summer 2027.
The proactive scheduling marks a stark contrast to the multi-year hiatus fans endured between the third and fourth seasons. A summer release would mirror the production cycle of the show’s second season, which began principal photography in January 2021 and debuted on Apple TV+ by July of that year. Apple has yet to officially confirm the renewal, but industry expectations point toward a formal announcement arriving near the conclusion of the current ten-episode run on October 7.
Viewership numbers provide a clear incentive for Apple to accelerate the comedy’s production pipeline. The recent season 4 premiere shattered platform records by pulling in nearly 300 million viewing minutes across the United States within its first two days of availability. This massive audience response cemented the episode as the biggest launch in Apple TV+ history and reaffirmed the cultural footprint of the Jason Sudeikis-led series.
Behind the scenes, the foundation for a prolonged run is firmly in place. Key cast members including Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Brett Goldstein, Juno Temple, Brendan Hunt and Jeremy Swift previously signed three-year contract extensions in 2025. Sudeikis has openly expressed interest in producing at least two more seasons of the revived sports comedy. With Apple executive Eddy Cue signaling long-term support for the franchise, the Greyhounds appear poised to remain a cornerstone of the platform’s original programming slate for the foreseeable future.
