Black Mirror (2025)
Black Mirror Season 7, released on April 10, 2025, delivers six new episodes that continue the series tradition of exploring the unsettling intersections of humanity and technology. The season kicks off with "Common People," where a working-class couple faces a medical crisis leading them to a tech solution that commodifies consciousness, turning basic human experiences into subscription-based services. Another standout is "USS Callister: Into Infinity," the series first sequel, revisiting the digital universe of the original episode and examining the consequences of unchecked power in virtual spaces. Other episodes delve into themes like AI in filmmaking, nostalgia-driven simulations, and the psychological impacts of immersive gaming. The season features a star-studded cast, including Awkwafina, Peter Capaldi, Emma Corrin, Issa Rae, Rashida Jones, Paul Giamatti, and Tracee Ellis Ross. Creator Charlie Brooker blends dark satire with emotional storytelling, offering a mix of horror, comedy, and poignant drama that reflects on contemporary societal issues through a speculative lens. Season 7 maintains the shows signature style while introducing fresh narratives that challenge viewers to consider the implications of technological advancements on human relationships and society at large.
Episodes
Season 1
- Episode 1 "The National Anthem"
- Episode 2 "Fifteen Million Merits"
- Episode 3 "The Entire History of You"
Season 2
- Episode 1 "Be Right Back"
Season 3
- Episode 2 "Playtest"
Season 7
- Episode 1 "Common People"
- Episode 2 "Bete Noire"
- Episode 3 "Hotel Reverie"
- Episode 4 "Plaything"
- Episode 5 "Eulogy"
- Episode 6 "USS Callister Into Infinity"