Fans of Black Mirror have reason to celebrate as Season 7 of the hit Netflix anthology series will include a highly anticipated sequel to the Season 4 episode USS Callister.
Directed by Toby Haynes and written by Charlie Brooker and William Bridges, the original episode was widely praised for its unique take on virtual reality and power dynamics. Now, thanks to a newly released clip from Netflix UK & Ireland, audiences have gotten their first look at The Penguin‘s Cristin Milioti reprising her role as Nanette Cole, suited up in a spacesuit and appearing determined for what lies ahead.
Netflix UK & Ireland released a quick look at “The Penguin” star Cristin Milioti in the Black Mirror Season 7 sequel to “USS Callister.” / #BlackMirror #USSCallister
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Alongside Cristin Milioti, Black Mirror Season 7 boasts an impressive cast that includes Awkwafina (Jackpot), Milanka Brooks (Mum And I Don’t Talk Anymore), Peter Capaldi (Criminal Record), Emma Corrin (Deadpool and Wolverine), Patsy Ferran (Firebrand), Paul Giamatti (The Holdovers), Lewis Gribben (Blade Runner 2099), Osy Ikhile (Citadel), Rashida Jones (Sunny), Siena Kelly (Domino Day), Billy Magnussen (Road House), Rosy McEwen (Blue Jean), Chris O’Dowd (Bridesmaids), Issa Rae (Barbie), Paul G. Raymond (Horrible Histories), Tracee Ellis Ross (Black-ish), Jimmi Simpson (Westworld), Harriet Walter (Succession), and Nicholas Cirillo (Outer Banks). With such a diverse lineup, Season 7 promises to bring fresh and compelling stories to the series’ already impressive legacy.
Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter, series creator Charlie Brooker explained why “USS Callister” was the perfect episode to revisit. According to Brooker, the first installment left the door open for a continuation, making it a natural fit for a sequel. “This has been brewing for actually quite a long time. And it’s partly because of the way that it ends. The first one ends like you could just carry that story on and follow where they go now,” he said.
Brooker also noted that bringing characters back for a second installment was a new experience within the Black Mirror universe. “Even writing the characters is a luxury I don’t often get. I’ve never had it before on Black Mirror to have a character that survives beyond one episode! So that’s been a lot of fun, and then seeing them all on set has been fantastic.”
While Brooker remained tight-lipped on specific details, he did tease that the story would pick up where the first episode left off and introduce new characters along the way. When asked about Jesse Plemons‘ character Robert Daly—who seemingly met his demise at the end of “USS Callister”—Brooker gave a cryptic response: “You’ll see. Yeah, you’ll see.”
As production on Black Mirror Season 7 continues, fans eagerly await more details on how the “USS Callister” story will unfold. Given the show’s history of shocking twists and thought-provoking narratives, viewers can expect a thrilling continuation that stays true to the series’ signature style.
