Billions new season 2019
The fifth season of the Showtime series "Billions" premiered on March 24, 2019, and consisted of 12 episodes. Here's a brief summary of the season:
Plot
The season picks up where the previous one left off, with Bobby Axelrod (Damian Lewis) and Chuck Rhoades (Paul Giamatti) still at odds with each other. Axelrod is trying to rebuild his empire after the events of the previous season, while Rhoades is dealing with the aftermath of his wife's departure and his own personal demons.
Meanwhile, Taylor Amber Mason (Asia Kate Dillon), Axelrod's former employee, has become a key player in the season, working to take down Axelrod's empire from the inside. Wendy Rhoades (Maggie Siff), Chuck's wife and a psychiatrist, is also back, trying to navigate her complicated relationships with both her husband and Axelrod.
New Characters
The season introduces several new characters, including:
- Michael "Bite" Wu (Sung Kang), a ruthless and cunning hedge fund manager who becomes a rival to Axelrod.
- Kate Sacker (Condola Rashad), a young and ambitious lawyer who becomes a key player in the season's power struggles.
- Bryan Connerty (Kelly AuCoin), a former FBI agent who becomes a key player in the season's investigations.
Themes
The season explores several themes, including:
- The corrupting influence of power and wealth
- The blurred lines between good and evil
- The personal costs of ambition and success
- The complexities of relationships and loyalty
Reception
The fifth season of "Billions" received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the show's complex characters, intricate plotlines, and timely commentary on the world of finance and politics. The season finale, in particular, was praised for its intense and suspenseful conclusion.
Awards and Nominations
The season earned several awards and nominations, including:
- Emmy nominations for Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series (Damian Lewis), and Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (Asia Kate Dillon)
- Golden Globe nominations for Best Television Series - Drama and Best Actor in a Television Series - Drama (Damian Lewis)
Overall, the fifth season of "Billions" was a critical and commercial success, and set the stage for the show's continued success in future seasons.