The space drama series For All Mankind is currently airing its fifth season on Apple TV+. The show continues to tell the story of an alternate space race where the Soviet Union beat the United States to the moon. Season 5 moves the action to the 2010s, with the Mars colony of Happy Valley now thriving after the dramatic Goldilocks asteroid heist from season 4.
The first two episodes have already been released. Episode 3 is scheduled to arrive this week. Here is everything you need to know about watching the new episode.
When Does Episode 3 Release on Apple TV+?
For All Mankind Season 5 Episode 3 will release on Friday, April 10, 2026. The episode is called “Home.” The official description says tensions grow between Mars leadership and Earth as new political lines are drawn.
New episodes of the show release weekly on Fridays. The show follows a consistent 10-episode season structure, the same as previous seasons.
Exact Release Time for Global Audiences
Apple TV+ typically releases new content at 12:00 AM Pacific Time (PT). Here is when you can watch episode 3 in different regions:
United States: 12:00 AM PT / 3:00 AM ET
Canada: 3:00 AM ET
United Kingdom: 7:00 AM GMT
Europe: 8:00 AM CET
India: 12:30 PM IST
Australia: 6:00 PM AEST (Sydney, Melbourne)
Japan: 4:00 PM JST
New Zealand: 8:00 PM NZST
Where to Stream For All Mankind Season 5
The series is exclusive to Apple TV+. You cannot watch it on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, or any other service. A subscription to Apple TV+ is required.
The platform offers a 7-day free trial for new users. After the trial, the service costs $9.99 per month in the United States. All previous four seasons are also available on the platform if you need to catch up.
The Weekly Release Schedule for Season 5
Apple TV+ releases one new episode every Friday. Here is the complete schedule for season 5:
- Episode 1 – “First Light” – March 27, 2026
- Episode 2 – “The Hard Six” – April 3, 2026
- Episode 3 – “Home” – April 10, 2026
- Episode 4 – “Open Source” – April 17, 2026
- Episode 5 – “Svodoba” – April 24, 2026
- Episode 6 – “No Sudden Moves” – May 1, 2026
- Episode 7 – “The Sirens of Titan” – May 8, 2026
- Episode 8 – “Brave New World” – May 15, 2026
- Episode 9 – “Sons and Daughters” – May 22, 2026
- Episode 10 – “The Land is Our Land” – May 29, 2026
The season finale is scheduled for May 29, 2026.
What to Expect in Episode 3
For All Mankind Season 5 Episode 3, titled “Home,” focuses on the growing conflict between Mars and Earth. The Mars colony of Happy Valley now has thousands of residents. The people on Earth are questioning how much support to give to the Martian colony.
The official synopsis states that tensions grow between Mars leadership and Earth as new political lines are drawn. This follows the events of episode 2, where Ed Baldwin gathered the residents of Happy Valley in support of one of their own.
President Bragg has declared that her administration will put Earth back in charge of space operations. The Mars colonists, who call themselves “Marsies,” are resisting this control.
Who Is in the Cast of Season 5
The returning cast for season 5 includes:
- Joel Kinnaman as Ed Baldwin
- Wrenn Schmidt as Margo Madison
- Edi Gathegi as Dev Ayesa
- Cynthy Wu as Kelly Baldwin
- Coral Peña as Aleida Rosales
- Toby Kebbell as Miles Dale
New cast members joining this season include Mireille Enos, Costa Ronin, Sean Kaufman, Ruby Cruz, and Ines Asserson.
What Is Season 5 About
Season 5 jumps forward another decade to the year 2012. The show picks up nine years after the Goldilocks asteroid heist that happened in season 4. The asteroid is now orbiting Mars, which has given the colony a major advantage.
The main conflict this season is about independence. The Mars colony is growing and prospering. But the governments on Earth want to maintain control. This creates tension between the two sides.
The season also includes discussions about automation and artificial intelligence. These technologies are driving a new class conflict on the Martian colony.
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Future of the Series
Apple TV+ has already confirmed a sixth season of For All Mankind. Season 6 will be the final season of the show. It is expected to release in 2027.
A spinoff series called “Star City” is also coming. It premieres on May 29, 2026, the same day as the season 5 finale. The spinoff is set behind the Iron Curtain and follows Soviet cosmonauts, engineers, and KGB officers inside the Soviet space program.
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