Overview
- Apple TV+ launched the first two episodes on Nov. 7, with the nine‑episode season rolling out weekly on Fridays through Dec. 26.
- Early reviews are broadly positive, singling out Seehorn’s performance and Gilligan’s confident world‑building and tone.
- The series centers on Carol Sturka, who appears to be the lone person untouched by a global phenomenon that leaves others blissfully unified.
- Gilligan emphasizes the show is not connected to Breaking Bad or Better Call Saul despite the Albuquerque setting and Seehorn’s return.
- Apple ordered a second season in advance after a secretive marketing campaign, with industry reports pointing to a premium per‑episode budget and a weekly release designed to preserve surprises.