Special Forces: Will The Hit Fox Series Return For Season 5?

Special Forces has kept viewers hooked since 2023, delivering some of the toughest celebrity challenges on television. With Season 4 heading toward its November 20 finale, fans are already asking many questions. This includes whether the series continues with a fifth season. The show’s course and challenges are modeled after real United States Special Forces training.

As time comes close to the finale of the latest season, fans can’t help but ponder if there will be renewal news from the network. Many want to know when Season 5 might premiere and whether the familiar Directing Staff will return. Could Fox be preparing another announcement soon? What should viewers expect while they wait? Keep on reading to know more.

Special Forces: Season 4 Heads Into Finale After Major Exit

Special Forces viewers watched an unexpected twist unfold in the final episode before the Season 4 finale. Only one recruit left the course, but it wasn’t the contestant many predicted. Influencer Gia Giudice and social media personality Brianna LaPaglia continued despite their struggles, while former NFL star Randall Cobb shocked everyone by withdrawing. Cobb worked alongside Gia and former football player Andrew East on a high-stakes mission to locate a safe house deep behind enemy lines.

The trio failed and were captured, leading to a tense moment as they knelt blindfolded while dogs barked and guards shouted. The pressure became overwhelming for Cobb. He signaled “VW,” ending his journey on the show. Earlier, Cobb opened up to his teammates about missing his family after receiving emotional video messages from his wife, Aiyda, and their three sons. His withdrawal disappointed the Directing Staff, who called him “one of the strongest recruits.” Now, only Kody Brown, Shawn Johnson East, Andrew East, Brianna LaPaglia, and Gia Giudice remain as the finale comes near.

Special Forces: What We Know About Special Forces Season 5 So Far

Special Forces fans want to know whether Fox will bring the series back for Season 5. As of now, the network has not confirmed a renewal. Season 4 received its announcement in May 2025, while Seasons 2 and 3 were revealed roughly a year apart. With this pattern in mind, viewers are still waiting for an official update. Because renewal has not been confirmed, the premiere date for Season 5 also remains unknown. The show has followed an unpredictable schedule in recent years.

Two seasons aired in 2023, with premieres in January and September. No new season aired in 2024, but 2025 matched the earlier pattern with two more seasons at the start and end of the year. The Directing Staff lineup usually stays consistent, and most fans expect that to continue. Rudy Reyes, Jason Fox, and Mark “Billy” Billingham have appeared since Season 1, while Jovon “Q” Quarles joined in Season 2. If the series returns, it is likely that the same team will lead the recruits once again.

The Season 5 cast will not be announced until much closer to the premiere. Fox revealed Season 4’s lineup in August 2025, about one month before the new episodes aired. Viewers can expect another group of athletes, media personalities, and reality stars if the show moves forward. Until Fox confirms its decision, fans can only wait for updates. For now, anticipation continues to build as the series prepares to finish its current season. For the latest Special Forces tea, stay tuned to TV Season & Spoilers.