Bob Hearts Abishola is a CBS comedy series that follows the romance between Bob, a middle-aged sock salesman, and Abishola, a Nigerian nurse. The show has been praised for its diverse and authentic representation of Nigerian culture and immigrant experiences, as well as its heartwarming and humorous storylines.
The show has been renewed for a fifth and final season, which will premiere on Monday, February 12, 2024, at 8:30 pm ET/PT. The season will consist of 13 episodes and will conclude on May 13, 2024, with a series finale.
What to Expect from Season 5
Season 5 will pick up nine months after the events of Season 4, which ended with a cliffhanger. Abishola had received an acceptance letter from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, but Bob was reluctant to move away from Detroit and run his business remotely. The couple had not reached a decision yet, and their future was uncertain.
According to the show’s co-creators and stars, Gina Yashere and Billy Gardell, Season 5 will explore how Bob and Abishola deal with this major dilemma, as well as other challenges and changes in their lives. They will also face some family issues, such as Tunde’s car accident, Olu’s secret, and Dele’s rebellion.
Yashere, who plays Abishola’s best friend Kemi, told TVLine that the season will be “very emotional” and “very satisfying” for the fans. She also hinted that there will be some surprises and twists along the way.
Gardell, who plays Bob, echoed Yashere’s sentiments and said that the season will be “a beautiful wrap-up” of the show. He also expressed his gratitude for being part of such a unique and groundbreaking series.
Who is in the Cast of Season 5
The cast of Season 5 will see some significant changes, as only Gardell and Folake Olowofoyeku, who plays Abishola, will return as series regulars. The rest of the cast, including Christine Ebersole, Matt Jones, Maribeth Monroe, Vernee Watson, Shola Adewusi, Barry Shabaka Henley, Travis Wolfe Jr., Bayo Akinfemi, Anthony Okungbowa, Saidah Arrika Ekulona, and Yashere, have been demoted to recurring status.
This means that they will appear in fewer episodes and have less screen time than before. According to Deadline, CBS offered the 11 cast members five-episode guarantees for the season, but some of them may appear in more episodes depending on the storylines and their availability.
The reason for this drastic decision is reportedly due to budget cuts and creative choices. CBS wanted to focus more on the core relationship between Bob and Abishola, and reduce the ensemble scenes that were difficult to film amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
How to Watch Season 5
Season 5 of Bob Hearts Abishola will air on CBS every Monday at 8:30 pm ET/PT, starting from February 12, 2024. You can also stream the episodes on Paramount+, the streaming service of CBS, or watch them on demand the next day. The show has been renewed for a fifth and final season, which will premiere on Monday, February 12, 2024, at 8:30 pm ET/PT. The season will consist of 13 episodes and will conclude on May 13, 2024, with a series finale.
If you want to catch up on the previous seasons, you can binge-watch them on Paramount+ or HBO Max, where they are available to stream. You can also buy or rent the episodes on Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, Google Play, or Vudu.
Conclusion
Bob Hearts Abishola Season 5 will be the final chapter of the beloved comedy series that has charmed millions of viewers with its cross-cultural romance and comedy. The season will wrap up the story of Bob and Abishola, as well as their families and friends, in a satisfying and emotional way. Don’t miss the season premiere on February 12, 2024, and the series finale on May 13, 2024, on CBS.