‘Pluribus’: Another Superb Show from ‘Breaking Bad’ Boss Vince Gilligan
Rhea Seehorn puts in a tour de force central performance in the mysterious new series, which you are better off seeing knowing as little as possible.
Rhea Seehorn in ‘Pluribus,’ premiering November 7, 2025 on Apple TV.
Arriving on Apple TV on November 7 with its first two episodes is ‘Pluribus,’ the new show from ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘Better Call Saul’ creator Vince Gilligan and stars ‘Saul’ veteran Rhea Seehorn.
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The cast for the new show also includes Carlos Manuel Vesga (‘The Luckiest Man in America’), Karolina Wydra (‘Europa Report’), Miriam Shor (‘American Fiction’) and Samba Schutte (‘Our Flag Means Death.’)
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Initial Thoughts
Karolina Wydra and Samba Schutte in ‘Pluribus,’ premiering November 7, 2025 on Apple TV.
Given the sterling quality and awards haul of both ‘Breaking Bad’ and its prequel ‘Better Call Saul,’ there are naturally a lot of eyes on what creator Vince Gilligan does next. Can it live up to the zeitgeisty power and acting quality of either?
The good news with his new series, Pluribus, is that it definitely feels of a par with those shows. The bad news for reviewers at least is that it’s very difficult to talk about without broaching spoiler agreements.
Script and Direction
Rhea Seehorn in ‘Pluribus,’ premiering November 7, 2025 on Apple TV.
Gilligan, who kicks off the series writing and directing at least the first two, has pulled off a minor miracle here, creating a drama with dark comedy running through it that manages to be both high concept and emotional.
And he has built a powerhouse central character for lead Rhea Seehorn, who plays Carol Sturka, a misanthropic romance writer who is confronted with a very confusing, challenging situation that makes her even more of an outsider than usual.
Gilligan and his fellow directors employ the measured, deliberate style of the previous shows, beautifully shot and superbly acted.
Cast and Performances
Karolina Wydra in ‘Pluribus,’ premiering November 7, 2025 on Apple TV.
Seehorn is the anchor here and the actor, who was unbelievably snubbed for awards during her ‘Saul’ run, puts in a truly impressive performance. While some might be turned off by the rampant negativity of her character, she brings such depth and layers to the role and is endlessly watchable.
Around her, the likes of Karolina Wydra, Miriam Shor and Samba Schutte also impress, but to say any more about their characters would be to risk giving too much away.
Final Thoughts
Carlos Manuel Vesga in ‘Pluribus,’ premiering November 7, 2025 on Apple TV.
It’s frustrating not to be able to talk more about the show, but believe me when I say, this one is definitely worth watching. And if you like shows such as 'The Twilight Zone,' it's even more highly recommended.
‘Pluribus’ receives 90 out of 100.
Rhea Seehorn in ‘Pluribus,’ premiering November 7, 2025 on Apple TV.
What’s the plot of ‘Pluribus’?
The most miserable person on Earth must save the world from happiness.
Who stars in ‘Pluribus’?
- Rhea Seehorn as Carol Sturka
- Karolina Wydra as Zosia
- Carlos Manuel Vesga as Manousos
- Miriam Shor as Helen
Rhea Seehorn in ‘Pluribus,’ premiering November 7, 2025 on Apple TV.
Other TV Series Written by Vince Gilligan:
- 'The X-Files' (1993)
- 'Harsh Realm' (1999)
- 'The Lone Gunmen' (2001)
- 'Breaking Bad' (2008)
- 'Better Call Saul' (2015)
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