Slow Horses Season 6: Christopher Chung Teases Character Evolution
The world of Slough House is shifting, and for fans of the hit spy thriller, the news is finally starting to trickle in. During the Royal Television Society awards on March 25, 2026, actor Christopher Chung offered a glimpse into the future of the series. Having portrayed the brilliant but socially stunted hacker Roddy Ho since the show’s inception in April 2022, Chung finally put the most pressing fan theory to rest. He explicitly confirmed his survival for the upcoming episodes. “I’m in it. I didn’t die,” Chung told US News Hub Misryoum. “So that’s a spoiler!” Honestly, it’s the kind of blunt, character-driven reveal we’ve come to expect from the franchise.
Beyond his confirmed survival, Chung teased a distinct evolution for his character following the intense trauma of the fifth season. After being caught in a high-stakes honey trap involving his girlfriend Tara—which saw him nearly lose his standing at MI5—Roddy Ho is moving in a new direction. “Ho becomes a little bit more spiritual. He’s a little bit more affected by what he’s been through with Tara in season 5, so you might see him be a little bit more holistic in the next one,” the actor explained. It seems the man who spent years fueled by sheer ego is finally beginning to face the music.
Chung is evolving.
This shift in personality feels like a natural progression for a character who has been defined by his arrogance. Whether Ho can actually sustain this newfound “holistic” approach remains to be seen, but the narrative potential is massive. The previous season pushed the character into his meatiest role to date, forcing him to run malicious code through MI5 servers and subsequently face the crushing weight of suspicion. The performance earned him a nomination at the Royal Television Society Programme, even if he ultimately lost to Owen Cooper. For the show, however, the night was a success, with nominations across multiple categories including Best Drama Series.
As for the timeline, fans won’t have to wait indefinitely. According to Chung, the release of Slow Horses Season 6 is slated for the latter half of 2026. This aligns with the high production standards of the series, which continues to dominate the spy genre. Showrunner Will Smith, who is wrapping up his tenure with this season, hinted that the narrative will revisit ghosts from the past. “There are some characters from the past that are going to come back,” Smith teased. Between the return of familiar faces and the spiritual awakening of its most eccentric hacker, the next chapter of the show is shaping up to be quite the departure.
It is impossible to discuss the show’s success without touching on the presence of Gary Oldman. Playing the cynical, abrasive Jackson Lamb, Oldman remains the anchor of the entire operation. Smith, reflecting on their collaboration, emphasized that Oldman’s contribution goes far beyond just acting. He described him as a “full package” who intimately understands the mechanics of the series. For a show that balances dark humor with grounded, gritty espionage, having a lead who can guide the narrative from the director’s chair is invaluable. As we look toward the 2026 premiere, one thing is certain: the stakes have never been higher for the misfits of Slough House.