Outer Banks Season 5 Teaser Reveals Final Season Premiere Date and Plot Details

Netflix has unveiled the first official teaser and promotional materials for Outer Banks' fifth and final season, scheduled to premiere on August 20, 2026. The teaser opens with protagonist John B. (Chase Stokes) declaring "Let's go get this son of a bitch," setting the tone for an action-packed conclusion to the series. The season will be released as a complete 10-episode binge drop, marking a departure from Season 4's split-release strategy.

The new season follows the Pogues at a critical juncture after the tragic death of JJ in Morocco. According to the official synopsis, the group finds themselves stranded, having lost the Blue Crown and facing multiple threats from antagonists including Chandler Groff (J. Anthony Crane), the Corsairs, and the Kooks. The Pogues—John B., Sarah Cameron (Madelyn Cline), Kiara (Madison Bailey), Pope (Jonathan Daviss), and Cleo (Carlacia Grant)—are forced into an uneasy alliance with former rival Rafe (Drew Starkey) to survive. The season's tagline, "One Last Ride," underscores their desperate mission to avenge JJ and reclaim their future.

First-look images provide glimpses of the season's narrative arc, showing the Pogues in European locations, including scenes shot in Croatia. The photos suggest a complex plot involving legal troubles, with the group facing custody and extradition before returning to the Outer Banks. Notable moments include Cleo destroying the iconic Twinkie van, a recurring symbol throughout the series. The cast also includes Austin North as Topper, Fiona Palomo as Sofia, and Cullen Moss as Shoupe.

The teaser released Thursday morning differs from an earlier version shown at Netflix's May upfront presentation, which depicted the Pogues in a Croatian jail facing extradition and separation. Creators Jonas Pate, Josh Pate, and Shannon Burke have guided the series toward this climactic finale, with the show maintaining its signature blend of mystery, adventure, and emotional stakes. The complete 10-episode season will be available for streaming starting August 20.