Apple TV is taking For All Mankind fans back to the moment that changed its alternate history timeline. Star City premieres on Apple TV on May 29, and this time the story moves behind the Iron Curtain to show the Soviet side of the space race.
The new series is not just another NASA drama with a different flag. It follows the cosmonauts, engineers, and intelligence officers who worked inside the Soviet space program, where success in space also came with fear, secrecy, and political pressure on the ground.
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Star City release details
- Episodes: 8 episodes
- Genre: Alternate history, sci-fi drama, spy thriller
- Premiere date: May 29, 2026
- Release plan: First two episodes on May 29, then one new episode every Friday
- Finale date: July 10, 2026
- Where to watch: Apple TV
Plot
Star City begins from the same alternate-history idea that made For All Mankind stand out: the Soviet Union reached the moon first. But instead of watching the shock from the American side, this series moves into the Soviet system that made that victory possible.
The show follows the people inside the program, including cosmonauts preparing for dangerous missions, engineers trying to keep impossible machines alive, and intelligence officers watching everything from the shadows. The story appears to lean more into paranoia and sacrifice than pure space adventure, which gives it a different tone from For All Mankind.
There are no major spoilers here, but the setup suggests that Star City will explore what victory really cost the Soviet space program. The moon landing may look like a triumph from the outside, but the series seems more interested in the fear, control, and human damage behind it.
FAQs
Is Star City connected to For All Mankind?
Yes. Star City is set in the same alternate-history world as For All Mankind, but it focuses on the Soviet side of the space race.
Do I need to watch For All Mankind first?
It should help, especially because the spinoff builds from the original show’s timeline. Still, Star City appears designed to work as its own story.
How many episodes are in Star City Season 1?
Season 1 has 8 episodes.
When does Star City end?
The season finale is scheduled for July 10, 2026.
What type of show is Star City?
It is an alternate-history sci-fi drama with a stronger spy-thriller tone.
Who stars in Star City?
The cast includes Rhys Ifans, Anna Maxwell Martin, and Agnes O’Casey.
Star City arrives at a good time for viewers who want more from the For All Mankind universe, but not a repeat of the same NASA-focused story. Apple TV costs $12.99 per month in the US after a 7-day free trial. Are you planning to watch Star City when it premieres? Let us know in the comments.
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