Apple TV is all set to bring new series and movies for its users in May. One of the series that is gaining a lot of popularity is Murderbot. It is an adaptation of Murderbot Diaries by Martha Wells, a sci-fi adventure book involving some emotional and humorous aspects. As much as it is getting attention among the fans, one thing that most of the fans are eagerly waiting for is the Murderbot release date.
Just imagine what will happen when a robot understands human emotions? How will life turn for all of us? Well, it is not just a show; it is a way to show how much robots can actually connect with us. If you want to enjoy sci-fi elements, humor, and emotions, all under one roof, this series is a must-watch for you. Here we have discussed the release date and what you can expect out of the show/series.
Murderbot TV Series Release Date
May is here, so Apple TV has announced several new movies and series for this month. Murderbot is one such series that is at the top of the headlines. The release date for the series is on 16th May 2025. The series will have a total of 10 episodes, and each episode will land on Apple TV every Friday. This means that we will be getting the first two episodes of the series this month.
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Murderbot: Star Cast
Below is the table that shows the confirmed star cast for the new Apple TV series, Murderbot, as per Space:
| Star Cast | Name of the Character |
| Alexander Skarsgård | Cyborg — the eponymous Murderbot |
| Noma Dumezweni | Dr Mensah |
| David Dastmalchian | Gurathin |
| Sabrina Wu | Pin-Lee |
| Tamara Podemski | Tattiawna Jones |
| Ratthi | Bharadwaj |
Murderbot: The Plot
Here is the official synopsis of it, according to Apple TV+:
“Murderbot is a sci-fi thriller/comedy about a self-hacking security construct who is horrified by human emotion yet drawn to its vulnerable clients. Played by [Alexander] Skarsgård, Murderbot must hide its free will and complete a dangerous assignment when all it really wants is to be left alone to watch futuristic soap operas and figure out its place in the universe.”
In one of the interviews with Vanity Fair, Skarsgård stated that. “It’s not a deep hatred, it’s just zero amount of curiosity. It’s confused by humans and wants to get away from them.”
Based on this, we can expect the plot to revolve around Murderbot, a self-aware security robot whose official job is to protect humans on dangerous missions. It is obsessed with a fictional TV show called The Rise and Fall of Sanctuary Moon. The robot focuses on the show just like real people on the autism spectrum sometimes experience. This is also known as hyperfixation. The robot watches the show so closely that it can learn how to act in emotional situations. Eventually, it will end up hacking its own control system and make its own decisions.
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Murderbot: The Trailer
The first trailer was launched on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. It shows a unique perspective on the human race. In the trailer, you can listen to a voiceover, “I was built to protect and obey humans, and humans… are idiots.” In addition to that, we can also listen to it say, “But now that I’ve hacked my programming, I can do what I want. As long as they don’t find out.”
Conclusion
Murderbot is one of the upcoming sci-fi-based series to watch on Apple TV. It has a mixture of different aspects, including action, humor, and a lot of emotions. The series will be released on 16th May 2025, i.e, this Friday. Every Friday, a new episode of the series will be released on the platform. You will see that it is a robot that likes to be alone and watch The Rise and Fall of Sanctuary Moon. However, as the story unfolds, the robot has to save a group of scientists. To know how the robot will do it, just wait for 16th May.
FAQs
Is Murderbot a Cyborg?
Yes, it is a Cyborg.
When Can You Watch Murderbot?
You can watch it on 16th May on Apple TV.
Who Plays the Lead Role in the Murderbot Series?
Alexander Skarsgård is the main character, known as Murderbot.
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