Orange Is The New Black Spoilers

'Orange is the New Black' is one of the most intriguing American series on air. The fifth season is set to return soon as information out there is that production stated in August. OITNB is known for its unpredictability and interesting twists that it offers its viewers. There is a lot of interest in how the series season 4 ended and how it will set up season 5. Fans of the series are licking their lips at the possibilities of another twist in the series. If you are a true fan of the OITNB, you will want to get acquainted with how the rumours and all news we have to know about season 5.

Twists at season 4

In one of the most shocking twists so far was the penultimate episode of season 4, where one of the beloved characters Poussey was killed after being suffocated. Bayley, played by Alan Aisenberg, was the one who fatally suffocates Poussey played by Samira Wiley.

The final episode featured a full-blown riot in reaction to the killing of Poussey. The final two episodes have got fans talking on online platforms. The reaction to the killing of fan favourite Poussey set the interwebs ablaze. The responses to the would-be killing of a beloved character is a bold step by the writers and set up season 5 perfectly.

Season 5 preview

The Orange is the new black spoilers for season 5 will indicate to you that it is set to make the series more thrilling with the addition of new characters and old characters coming back. The old cast coming back include John Bennett played by Matt McGorry, who is helping Daya (Dascha Polanco) who could be in a lot of trouble after season 4 ended with her pointing a gun at CO Humphrey played by Michael Torpey. This spoiler shows that Humphrey and Daya are set to reprise their roles. Another member of the cast who is set to benefit from season 5 is Erica Jones characterised by Constance Shulman. She will be part of the storyline and get airtime as part of the new cast of season 5. Her story was only captured in season 4. Erica Jones has a rich history that will be explored in season 5, a backstory which includes how she killed a child, how she had a threesome with her roommate Judy and a guard and revelations that she came from a family of drug addicts.

Another character who is subject to speculation is Lolly cast by Lori Petty. There are rumours that she may not feature in season 5 and the actress herself confirmed as much when she told The Hollywood Reporter that she is not sure if her character Lolly, who was dragged to psych ward, will make a comeback. Focus will also shift to Taystee and Soso who were Poussey’s best friend and girlfriend respectively. Danielle Brooks and Kimiko Glenn will be key players in OITNB season 5 as they will reflect deeply how Poussey’s death has impacted those she was with in prison. Good news is that the creator Jenji Kohan will remain for seasons 5, 6 and 7 of Orange is the new black which have been renewed.