True Detective ‘s future remains bright at HBO as the anthology series gears up for Season 5 with Season 4’s Issa López at the helm, and while fans were offered an update regarding the setting back in February 2025, it seems like there’s a strong contender for a leading star.

Below, we’re breaking down everything we know so far about the latest chapter, from where it is going to be set to who is involved with the production and much more. Scroll down for a closer look.

Where is True Detective Season 5 set?

True Detective is going a little more urban for its latest story, according to Deadline , who spoke to HBO’s head of drama series, Francesca Orsi in February 2025. In an interview with the exec, Orsi said Season 5 will be “set in New York, in Jamaica Bay.” She added, “Issa

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