"Your darkest reflection awaits."
The anthology returns with six new nightmares for the digital age.
Black Mirror Season 7 (2025) - Episode Guide
◈The Season's Reflection
Charlie Brooker's acclaimed anthology returns with six new standalone stories exploring the dark intersection of humanity and technology. This season blends the show's signature tech-paranoia with surprising emotional depth, featuring an all-star cast including Paul Giamatti, Awkwafina, and Cristin Milioti.
1. "Common People"
Rashida Jones and Chris O'Dowd star in this harrowing tale of medical debt and corporate exploitation.
2. "Bête Noire"
A woman suspects her new coworker is altering reality itself in this mind-bending episode.
3. "Hotel Reverie"
Awkwafina and Issa Rae star in this Hollywood satire about AI recreation of classic stars.
4. "Plaything"
Peter Capaldi stars in this Bandersnatch-connected story about a dangerous video game.
5. "Eulogy"
Paul Giamatti delivers a powerhouse performance in this emotional memory-tech drama.
6. "USS Callister: Into Infinity"
The franchise's first sequel follows the digital crew's adventures beyond the original episode.
◈Standout Performances
Paul Giamatti
"Eulogy"
Cristin Milioti
"USS Callister"
Peter Capaldi
"Plaything"
Emma Corrin
"Hotel Reverie"
Rosy McEwen
"Bête Noire"
◈Season Themes
Memory & Identity
Multiple episodes explore how technology mediates our relationship with the past
Digital Personhood
The ethics of AI consciousness returns as a central concern
Emotional Technology
This season shows surprising warmth in human-tech interactions
◈How Season 7 Evolves Black Mirror
More Emotional Depth
Episodes like "Eulogy" showcase Brooker's growing interest in character-driven drama over pure tech horror
Franchise Expansion
First-ever sequel episode and Bandersnatch connections suggest an expanding Black Mirror universe
Genre Blending
More comedy and adventure elements mix with the traditional dystopian themes
◈Critical Consensus
A Transitional Season
While inconsistent, Season 7 points toward exciting new directions for the anthology
Release Information
Release Date
April 10, 2025
Creators
Charlie Brooker & Annabel Jones
Previous Awards
6 Emmys, 2 BAFTAs
Ready to Face Your Reflection?
Six new stories of technological unease arrive April 2025 on Netflix.