HBO Renews TRUE DETECTIVE

TRUE DETECTIVE has been renewed for a fifth season, HBO announced. Issa López, who showran season 4, will return to craft season 5.

“Issa Lopez is that one-of-a-kind, rare talent that speaks directly to HBO’s creative spirit,” said Francesca Orsi, Executive Vice President, HBO Programming, Head of HBO Drama Series and Films, in a statement. “She helmed TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY from start to finish, never once faltering from her own commendable vision, and inspiring us with her resilience both on the page and behind the camera. Alongside Jodie and Kali’s impeccable performances, she’s made this installation of the franchise a massive success, we are so lucky to have her as part of our family.”

“From conception to release, NIGHT COUNTRY has been the most beautiful collaboration and adventure of my entire creative life,” López, who has also signed a deal with HBO, added. “HBO trusted my vision all the way, and the idea of bringing to life a new incarnation of TRUE DETECTIVE with Casey, Francesca and the whole team is a dream come true. I can’t wait to go again.”

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