Apple TV+’s breakout spy-thriller Star City is hurtling toward its finale, and Episode 6 looks set to be the moment everything finally falls apart. If you’ve been following the Soviet space race drama, here’s exactly what to expect — and when to watch it.
When Does Episode 6 Drop?
Episode 6 premieres on Friday, June 26, 2026, at 3 AM ET / 12 AM PT, exclusively on Apple TV+. The show has stuck to a strict weekly release schedule since launching with a two-episode premiere.
Star City Release Schedule
| Episode | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Episodes 1 & 2 | May 29, 2026 |
| Episode 3 | June 5, 2026 |
| Episode 4 | June 12, 2026 |
| Episode 5 | June 19, 2026 |
| Episode 6 | June 26, 2026 |
| Episode 7 | July 3, 2026 |
| Finale (Episode 8) | July 10, 2026 |
What’s the Show Actually About?
Star City is a spinoff of For All Mankind, reimagining the space race entirely from the Soviet Union’s point of view — in an alternate history where Russia beats the U.S. to the moon. The series follows cosmonauts, engineers, and intelligence officers navigating political pressure, secret missions, and constant danger inside the Soviet space program.
The cast includes Rhys Ifans, Anna Maxwell Martin, Agnes O’Casey, and Adam Nagaitis, with For All Mankind co-creators Ben Nedivi and Matt Wolpert behind the series.
Where Episode 5 Left Things Off
The previous episode delivered a major twist: Valya was exposed as an American mole, throwing the entire Soviet program into chaos. KGB agent Irina chose to protect innocent people over following protocol, putting herself in a precarious position.
What to Expect in Episode 6
According to its official synopsis, the fallout from Valya’s exposure is about to cause real damage. Key threads expected to unfold include:
- The high-stakes Venus mission being jeopardized
- A beaten-up Pavel resurfacing after Valya replaced him on the crew
- Growing distrust between crewmate Sasha and the rest of his team
- The Chief Designer facing tough decisions under mounting pressure
- Irina struggling to keep her own involvement hidden
With only two episodes left after this one, expect tension to escalate fast as loyalty, ambition, and survival collide.
Why It’s Worth Watching
Star City launched with a striking 94% on Rotten Tomatoes and quickly climbed Apple TV+’s global Top 10 rankings. It draws clear inspiration from the real history of the Space Race, reimagining a pivotal moment in 20th-century history through a tense, character-driven spy lens.
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Final Thoughts
With the season barreling toward its July 10 finale, Episode 6 looks primed to be a turning point — the moment secrets stop staying buried and consequences finally catch up to everyone involved.
