“Slow Horses” Wins Emmy, Boosting Apple TV+ Awards Streak

Gary Oldman as Jackson Lamb in "Slow Horses," holding an ice cream cone.

n a significant win for Apple TV+, the thriller Slow Horses claimed the Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards. The series, based on Mick Herron’s Slough House novels, has been a critical success since its debut and continues to draw in audiences with its dark humor and suspenseful storytelling.


Showrunner Will Smith’s Triumph

The Outstanding Writing accolade went to Slow Horses showrunner and executive producer Will Smith for the third season, which streamed in late 2023. The season, based on Herron’s novel Real Tigers, delves into the inner workings of a group of British intelligence agents, offering an intense blend of drama and intrigue. This Emmy is a first for Slow Horses, cementing its place among Apple TV+’s top original series.

Gary Oldman as Jackson Lamb in "Slow Horses," holding an ice cream cone.

Apple TV+ Emmy Awards: A Growing List

In addition to Slow Horses, Apple TV+’s The Morning Show took home another Emmy this year, with Billy Crudup winning Outstanding Supporting Actor for his role in the acclaimed drama. Overall, Apple TV+ garnered 10 Emmy wins in 2024, matching its haul from the previous year, showcasing the platform’s consistency in delivering top-tier content.


The third season of Slow Horses is available for streaming, while the fourth season is currently running on Apple TV+. A fifth season has already been filmed, promising more gripping tales for fans of the spy thriller.

With this latest Emmy win, Slow Horses has not only cemented its reputation as a must-watch series but also reinforced Apple TV+’s growing stature in the streaming landscape. As the platform continues to roll out hit after hit, viewers can expect more award-winning content in the future.

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