USA Network Renews 'Covert Affairs'

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Covert Affairs will return!

USA Network has officially announced via an official press release that they have renewed the series for a fifth season consisting of sixteen episodes. The series was in the top 10 among scripted shows on cable this summer, totaling nearly 4 million viewers.

“No other series on television travels the globe to tell a story like Covert Affairs, and we are pleased to bring it back for another season” said USA Network President Chris McCumber. “With its intricate storytelling, diverse characters and authentic locations, the series continues to be a cornerstone in our line-up of USA’s original signature dramas.”

With the season finale scheduled for Thursday, November 21, the spy drama already has a packed lineup of guest stars on tap for the back half of the season. In addition to Michelle Ryan and Zuleikha Robinson, guest stars for the remainder of the season will include Seeta Indrani, Richard Short, Mike Dopud, Jonathan Togo and Emma Fitzpatrick.

Season four of Covert Affairs continues on October 17 following the season premiere of White Collar.