‘True Detective’ Season 5 Officially Casts Nicolas Cage — and Antonio Banderas

Nicolas Cage and Antonio Banderas will lead the fifth season of HBO’s *True Detective*, confirming reports that had circulated about both actors joining the anthology. The casting brings two established film stars to the series, whose fourth season drew strong ratings and renewed critical praise.

Cage will play Henry Logan and Banderas will play Rai Garcia; HBO has not disclosed the plot. Filming is due to begin in 2027, with Issa López returning as showrunner, writer and director. The season was commissioned in February 2024, shortly after *Night Country* ended.