Overview

• Charlie Brooker revealed he has deliberately avoided watching 'Severance,' citing audience comparisons that describe it as 'much better' than 'Black Mirror.'
• Brooker acknowledged feeling potential jealousy toward 'Severance,' which explores corporate dystopia and split identities, as its critical acclaim continues to grow.
• 'Black Mirror' Season 7 premieres on April 10, 2025, featuring six episodes, including the franchise's first-ever sequel, 'USS Callister: Into Infinity.'
• The sequel episode, revisiting the fan-favorite 'USS Callister,' is being positioned as a potential foundation for more sequels within the anthology series.
• Brooker credited Netflix with influencing the creative sequencing of 'Black Mirror,' emphasizing the importance of 'tonal breaks' to enhance audience engagement.