Overview
- Season 7 of Black Mirror marks a creative comeback, blending inventive sci-fi storytelling with emotional and satirical elements.
- The season includes six standalone episodes, featuring the series' first direct sequel, 'USS Callister: Into Infinity,' and a spinoff from 'Bandersnatch.'
- Episodes like 'Common People' and 'Eulogy' have been widely praised for their emotional depth and strong performances by Chris O'Dowd, Rashida Jones, and Paul Giamatti.
- Critics highlight 'Plaything' as the weakest episode, citing underdeveloped storytelling and an unsatisfying conclusion despite Peter Capaldi's compelling performance.
- While not all episodes succeed, the season is seen as a return to form, offering fresh takes on technology's impact on human nature.