Apple TV+’s Soviet spy thriller is heating up fast, and Episode 5 arrives just as the tension reaches a boiling point. Here’s everything you need to know before it drops.
Star City: Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Platform | Apple TV+ |
| Show | Star City (Season 1) |
| Episode 5 Title | “Bite Your Elbow” |
| Release Date | Friday, June 19, 2026 |
| Release Time | 12:00 AM PT / 3:00 AM ET |
| Total Episodes | 8 |
| Season Finale | July 10, 2026 |
What Is Star City?
Star City is an American sci-fi drama series created by Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert, and Ronald D. Moore — a spinoff of For All Mankind that shifts focus entirely to the Soviet Union. Set in an alternate timeline where the Soviets won the race to the Moon, the show follows cosmonauts, KGB officers, engineers, and civilians navigating secrecy, ambition, and relentless surveillance. Wikipedia
Rhys Ifans leads the cast as Sergei Korolev, the Chief Designer of the Soviet space programme, alongside Anna Maxwell Martin as KGB surveillance chief Lyudmilla Raskova.
Where Things Stand After Episode 4?
Episode 4’s ending delivered a major turning point — Irina has discovered that Valya is the mole after finding a scent bottle in his bathroom. Valya’s double-agent life as a spy for the Americans is taking a heavy toll, and potentially putting Tanya’s life at risk.
The secret mission to Venus proceeds, political pressure from Moscow persists, and Sasha and Anastasia are both dealing with the consequences of recent events.
What to Expect in Episode 5?
The Rotten Tomatoes logline for Episode 5 hints that fear becomes very real as pressure mounts on all fronts. External espionage threats and potential sabotage will likely push security heads and cosmonauts toward hasty, dangerous decisions. FandomWire
With Irina now knowing Valya’s secret, and the Venus mission hanging in the balance, “Bite Your Elbow” could be the episode where everything begins to unravel.
Full Episode Schedule
Star City Season 1 kicked off on May 29, 2026 with a double-episode premiere, with weekly Friday drops ever since. The season finale airs July 10, 2026. Comic Basics
For more on the best Apple TV+ and streaming shows airing right now, head to TechnoSports’ OTT section and check out our guide to the top new sci-fi dramas of 2026. Star City draws on the rich history of the Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center — the real Star City that inspired the show’s title.
FAQs
Q: Is Star City connected to For All Mankind on Apple TV+?
Yes — Star City is a direct spinoff of For All Mankind, set in the same alternate timeline but focused entirely on the Soviet side of the space race, with several characters from the parent show appearing or being referenced.
Q: How many episodes does Star City Season 1 have and when does it end?
Season 1 has 8 episodes total, with new episodes dropping every Friday on Apple TV+. The season finale arrives on July 10, 2026.
