The hit new Apple TV+ mystery Down Cemetery Road continues to unravel its complex conspiracy with the release of its fifth episode. Following a successful premiere that shot up the streaming charts, the show delivers a new chapter titled “Slow Dying” on November 19, 2025.
Fans of the series have been following the gripping partnership between Ruth Wilson’s character, Sarah Trafford, and Emma Thompson’s private investigator, Zoë Boehm. The story began with a devastating house explosion in an Oxford suburb and the mysterious disappearance of a young girl named Dinah. What started as a neighbor’s concern has spiraled into a dangerous government cover-up, pulling the two women into a web of secrets where the dead may not be dead and the living are in constant peril.
Episode 5 Release Schedule
Down Cemetery Road Episode 5, “Slow Dying,” will be available to stream on Apple TV+ on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. For many viewers, new episodes of Apple TV+ shows often become available online the evening before the official release date, as early as 9:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 18.
The series follows a weekly release pattern, with the first two episodes dropping together on October 29. The season one finale is scheduled for December 10, 2025.
A Look Back at Episode 4
The previous episode, “My Friends Don’t Like Me,” left both Sarah and Zoë in precarious situations. Sarah and the mysterious Michael Downey were forced to flee their hotel after Sarah’s online search for Downey’s experimental drug, “histropine,” alerted the ruthless operative Amos to their location. Their narrow escape came at a cost, as Downey’s gun was left behind in the hotel safe.
Meanwhile, Zoë’s investigation led her to the office of a London doctor named Isaac Wright, who had suspiciously signed an autopsy report from Oxford. She managed to steal his laptop and a pen drive, an act that exposed her identity to the shadowy figures she is investigating. The episode ended with a clear and ominous warning for Zoë: the word “STOP” spray-painted on her curtains.
What Happens in Episode 5 “Slow Dying”
The official synopsis for the upcoming episode promises significant developments on both fronts. It states: “Zoe makes a startling discovery that expands the scale of the conspiracy. Sarah and Downey trek north, revealing their pasts along the way.”
This indicates that Zoë’s investigation will take a major leap forward, likely as she digs into the data she took from Dr. Wright’s office. Her discovery will reveal that the conspiracy is far larger than she initially suspected. For Sarah and Downey, their journey to find the missing girl, Dinah, will continue as they travel north. The forced proximity and shared danger will lead them to open up to each other, giving viewers more insight into their backgrounds and motivations.
The Show’s Popularity and Cast
Since its debut, Down Cemetery Road has quickly become one of the most-watched shows on Apple TV+. It comes from the same team behind the acclaimed series Slow Horses, which is also based on the works of author Mick Herron. The show currently holds a high rating on the review aggregator site Rotten Tomatoes, with critics praising its dark tone, fast-paced plot, and shocking twists.
The series is led by acclaimed actors Emma Thompson and Ruth Wilson, who are supported by a strong ensemble cast including Nathan Stewart-Jarrett as Michael Downey, Adeel Akhtar as Hamza, and Darren Boyd as the intimidating official known only as C.
How to Watch the Series
Down Cemetery Road is an Apple TV+ original series, so it is exclusively available on that platform. Viewers need an Apple TV+ subscription to watch. The service offers a seven-day free trial for new subscribers, after which it costs $12.99 per month. The show, like others on the service, is available to stream in high-quality 4K with Dolby Atmos sound.
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