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Vince Gilligan on Future of 'Pluribus' Series, Praises Star Rhea Seehorn
A new sci-fi show called Pluribus, made by the creator of Breaking Bad, is about a world where a strange alien virus makes almost everyone think and feel the same, like a big team.
But one woman, Carol, is special because she can still think for herself.
The person who made the show, Vince Gilligan, really likes Carol's character, who is played by Rhea Seehorn.
He said he wants the show to keep going as long as Rhea wants it to, because she's a great actress.
He thinks maybe they could do about four seasons in total.
The show has been getting really good reviews, with everyone saying it's 100% great so far.
It makes you wonder if it's better to be all the same and happy, or to be different and have your own thoughts, even if it's harder.
Vince Gilligan's new Apple TV series 'Pluribus' explores a 'happiness apocalypse' where an alien event unifies humanity into a collective consciousness.
Rhea Seehorn stars as Carol Sturka, one of the few humans immune to the alien 'Joining' event, who champions individual agency.
Creator Vince Gilligan indicated that the future of 'Pluribus' depends on lead actress Rhea Seehorn's desire to continue, expressing immense respect for her talent.
Gilligan suggested a potential of four seasons for 'Pluribus', though he noted his past underestimations of show longevity with 'Breaking Bad'.
The series, which premiered on November 7, has received critical acclaim with a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and its first season concludes on December 26.
- Who
- Vince Gilligan (creator), Rhea Seehorn (star)
- What
- Discussion about the future of Vince Gilligan's Apple TV series 'Pluribus', with Gilligan expressing his desire to continue the show as long as lead actress Rhea Seehorn is involved and praising her talent.
- Where
- Apple TV
- When
- Following the release of the first two episodes and ahead of the season finale on December 26.
- Why
- To gauge audience and critical reception, and to discuss potential future seasons based on the star's willingness and satisfaction with the project.
Pro-Human Agency
Pro-Collective Consciousness
Value of Individuality vs. Collective Harmony
Pro-Human Agency
The show's protagonist, Carol Sturka, a writer immune to a global alien virus that creates a collective hive mind, must figure out how to reverse its effects, emphasizing individual agency.
Pro-Collective Consciousness
The alien virus unifies humanity into a collective hive mind, eliminating individual struggle and suffering, which could be seen as a desired state by some.
Key facts
- Series Title
- Pluribus
- Creator
- Vince Gilligan
- Platform
- Apple TV
- Starring
- Rhea Seehorn
- Genre
- Sci-Fi Thriller
- Plot Premise
- An alien virus turns most of humanity into a collective hive mind, leaving a few individuals immune who must navigate the new reality.
- Critical Reception
- 100% on Rotten Tomatoes
- Season Count
- First season to conclude December 26
Timeline
Apple TV+ teases Vince Gilligan's new sci-fi series.
Rhea Seehorn stars in the psychological thriller.
The show, 'Pluribus,' premieres November 7, 2025.
It's already renewed for a second season.
Early buzz praises its viral premise and potential.
Quotes
Vince Gilligan
Filmmaker and creator of 'Pluribus', 'Breaking Bad', and 'Better Call Saul'
“Take it with a grain of salt because when people asked me at this point in the run of Breaking Bad how long it should go, I would say two or three seasons. And then it wound up going six, which I think was perfect.”
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“I'd love to see Pluribus go as long as Rhea Seehorn wants it to go. I'm really doing it, as much as anybody; I'm doing it for her. She deserves to be the megastar that she is. I want the world to understand how great she is. And I want her to be as happy with this show as she could possibly be. And yeah, I don't know. At this point, maybe four seasons, I'm guessing, but who the hell knows?”
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Sources
What Is ‘Pluribus’ About? Vince Gilligan Wants You To Find Meaning In His Prescient Sci-Fi Tale About A Beguiling Happiness Apocalypse
Breaking Bad Creator Vince Gilligan Reveals Pluribus' Future Season Plans: I'm Doing It For...
Why Vince Gilligan's New Apple TV Series Pluribus Starring Rhea Seehorn Has 'Made By Humans' Credit
