WARNING: This story contains spoilers about season 6 of "Homeland."

(CNN) At the end of season 5 it appeared that Rupert Friend's character Quinn was a goner on "Homeland."

But the actor has some good news to share with fans.

"I hope he enjoys eating through a tube," Friend told Entertainment Weekly about how viewers will find Quinn in season 6.

Alex Gansa, creator and showrunner of the popular Showtime series, spoke recently at the For Your Consideration Emmy panel for the show. Gansa said the new season will be set in New York City, thus bringing Claire Danes' character Carrie Mathison stateside.

There also will be some familiar faces next season, Gansa said.

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