Black Mirror Season 7 to Feature First-Ever Sequel Episode 'USS Callister: Into Infinity'
Set to premiere April 10, the season returns to technology-focused storytelling with themes like AI and digitization, while the sequel explores survival in an infinite virtual universe.
- 'USS Callister: Into Infinity' is the first sequel in Black Mirror's history, continuing the story of the acclaimed Season 4 episode.
- The sequel follows the USS Callister crew as they navigate survival in an infinite virtual universe with 30 million players.
- Most of the original cast, including Cristin Milioti and Jimmi Simpson, return, though Jesse Plemons and Michaela Coel are absent.
- Season 7 marks a shift back to Black Mirror's roots, exploring contemporary concerns like artificial intelligence and the concept of 'enshittification.'
- Production faced significant delays due to the pandemic, writers' strike, and scheduling conflicts, but the season features a star-studded ensemble cast including Paul Giamatti and Issa Rae.