After a year-long absence, fans finally have a definite "Homeland" Season 6 release date to look forward to next year. Understandably, interest in the hit Showtime political thriller is picking up; fans want to know what happens to their favorite characters such as Carrie played by Claire Danes and Quinn, played by Rupert Friend, next season.
'Homeland' Season 6 Cast, Spoilers - Quinn Played By Rupert Friend, Survives Sarin Exposure
One of the most critical questions asked by fans is the condition of Rupert Friend's character Quinn. It can be recalled that season 5 ended with Quinn's survival uncertain as he lies in a hospital bed after his exposure to sarin gas. Naturally, fans are asking if Quinn makes it to "Homeland" Season 6 air date next year.
Finally, fans can breathe a sigh of relief as Quinn will definitely be around with the arrival of "Homeland" Season 6 release date this coming January. This confirmation was made by Alex Gansa, Executive Producer of the series, who affirmed that 'Quinn is alive, I can say that much," as reported by Access Hollywood.
'Homeland' Season Cast Injured But Won't Affect Season 6 Air Date
In fact, Rupert Friend could be causing some disruption in the filing of "Homeland" Season 6. Apparently, the actor figure in some minor accident involving his right ankle reports Deadline. Fortunately, the showrunners found a way to continue filming the upcoming series by reshuffling schedules. As such, Friend's injury is not expected to make any changes on the upcoming "Homeland" Season 6 air date which is already slated to arrive this January.
Quinn To Return A Changed Man In 'Homeland' Season 6
While Rupert Friend's character will survive, the sarin exposure will make him a changed man which will soon become evident with the arrival of "Homeland" Season 6 release date. According to Alex Gansa, "You're going to see a very changed and altered Quinn this year." The EP hinted that Quinn's brush with death as well as suffering a major stroke afterwards are some of the factors that will bring about changes to the character.
Claire Danes's Carrie To Part Ways With Rupert Friend's Quinn In 'Homeland' Season 6?
To fans, this spoiler might be a bit of a downer. But when "Homeland" Season 6 release date comes, Carrie, played by Claire Danes could be seeing less and less of Rupert Friend's Quinn.
Last season, Carrie was asked to rejoin CIA, an offer which she already declined. In fact, fans will see Carrie be back in the mainland working for a private foundation when "Homeland" Season 6 air date, reports Movie Pilot. For this reason Claire Danes and Rupert Friend's characters will most likely be apart from each other next season.
'Homeland' Season 6 Air Date
Fans will have to wait a little more before the next season commences. "Homeland" Season 6 release date is already slated this coming January 15, 2017 on Showtime. Stay tuned to GamenGuide for news and updates.