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Vince Gilligan’s Pluribus Premieres to Strong Early Acclaim on Apple TV

Early reviews hail Vince Gilligan’s Seehorn-led science‑fiction drama as an inventive departure that launches with a perfect initial Rotten Tomatoes score.

Overview

  • Apple TV released the first two episodes on November 6 in Mexico, with critics reporting a swift wave of positive notices following the debut.
  • Reviewers from outlets including Variety and The Hollywood Reporter praised the show’s cinematic style, sharp dialogue and emotionally intelligent approach.
  • La Vanguardia, after screening seven episodes, called the series highly original and unpredictable, emphasizing Rhea Seehorn’s commanding lead performance.
  • Vince Gilligan conceived the idea during the Better Call Saul era and wrote the series for Seehorn, who also serves as an executive producer.
  • The nine-episode first season was filmed in Albuquerque and centers on a lone holdout to a global mind‑link of enforced happiness, reflecting on the emotional cost of erasing conflict.