Black Mirror Season 8: Here's What We Know About The Future Of The Show
Whether you're into romance, period drama, sci-fi or just staring into space while you ponder how truly and hopelessly bleak almost every aspect of the modern world is, the new season of Black Mirror has got something for everyone.
Six new stand-alone episodes of the award-winning anthology series premiered on Netflix last week, boasting the starriest Black Mirror cast to date and winning near-unanimous praise from critics.
The new instalments have also proved popular with fans of the franchise, too, with Black Mirror having been hovering around the top of Netflix's most-watched TV shows list since the new batch of episodes debuted.
But what about those of us who've already binged the six new episodes and are already excited for more…?
The bad news is that, for the time being, Black Mirror has not yet been recommissioned for an eighth season.
However, the dystopian drama is one of Netflix's most recognisable (and, indeed, profitable) brands, and given how well season seven has performed with both critics and viewers, it's fair to assume that a follow-up could be in the works.
Creator Charlie Brooker has also been enthusiastic about the prospect of making more episodes – and, in fact, he told The Hollywood Reporter that he has some ideas for future episodes 'pretty much fully baked and ready to go'.
'There are others where I've got chunks of story or concept that I'm just slightly trying to work out,' he explained. 'I've got the concept, but not quite the story. I've got a chunk of the story, not quite the concept. So there's a mix.'
Season eight's fate relies on people 'watching the show, watching it again, watching it a third time, watching it a fourth time to check that was the right decision', he quipped.
'Clicking the double thumbs up, writing to Netflix, saying, 'Please recommission this show'. I think that would be the ultimate guide.
'But I mean, it's such a fun job that I'd love to keep exploring,' he added on a more sincere note.
As for who could star in season eight, executive producer Jessica Rhoades told HuffPost UK: 'There are a few people who we're huge fans of who we've been told are fans of the series, and if schedules could align that would be really magical.'
'Something I always find really exciting is when we have up-and-coming actors that you maybe don't know yet, and we can give them a leading role or a really prominent role in a story, and I think that's important too,' Charlie also said.
'Both of those things [casting established stars and burgeoning talent] are a thrill.'
Season seven of Black Mirror was first reported to be happening in November 2023, around five months after the sixth run began streaming on Netflix, so it's worth pointing out that we could be in for a little wait before there's any news.
If you're in the mood for more Black Mirror in your life, though, there are always the first six seasons to revisit – as well as the special interactive episode Bandersnatch, which boasts a near-countless amount of possible storylines and twists to explore each time you watch.
Here's How Black Mirror Is Messing With Fans' Heads Like Never Before In This Season 7 Episode
Thought The Black Mirror Season 7 Cast Looked Familiar? Here's Where You've Seen The Stars Before
'F*** Off': Charlie Brooker Shuts Down This 1 Criticism Of Black Mirror Season 7
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Cosmopolitan
an hour ago
- Cosmopolitan
‘Ginny & Georgia' Season 3 on Netflix Tackles Painful Periods
New episodes of Ginny & Georgia season 3 went online on Thursday and there is practically no adolescent issue that this mother-daughter dramedy hasn't covered. Losing your virginity? Check. Getting into a huge fight with your bestie? Yep. Getting drunk at a house party? Got that covered. Learning that your mom killed your stepdad? Also check. Okay, maybe that last one isn't so typical, but you get the idea. So it's no surprise that in season 3 of Ginny & Georgia, the Netflix hit is tackling that infamous coming-of-age milestone: periods. For the past two seasons, fans have watched high school sophomore Ginny and her core group of girlfriends, Max, Abby, and Norah try to survive Wellsbury High. In classic teen show fashion, every character has their own issues. Max is a girl-crazy drama queen (literally, she's an actor), Abby is struggling with body dysmorphia and bulimia, and now, in season 3, Norah's got period problems. Throughout the newest season, Norah is either on her period, waiting for it, or complaining about it. 'My period is so irregular, I can't even predict when it's going to happen,' she says in episode 6, right before getting all of her friends to take pregnancy tests with her. The very next episode, her pregnancy scare is forgotten, but her mysterious period ailments continue. 'My mom took me to the gyno, which was pointless because they just ask me a hundred different questions. And you don't know your family history when you're adopted.' (Yep, the show also has an adoption subplot.) The doctors ran tests, Norah explained, but still can't figure out what's going on. Well, I have a pretty good guess. I first got my period when I was 11, and for five years, when doctors asked me if my periods were heavy or irregular, I shrugged and said, 'No.' I didn't know any better. What I didn't tell my pediatrician was that I was bleeding through super tampons and maxi pads, staining my pajamas and sheets, and downing Advil to deal with my period cramps. Despite having two sisters and a whole gaggle of girlfriends, I truly thought that my period was normal because I had learned to live with it. I never thought to compare notes. Then one morning during a particularly heavy period, I took a step out of bed and a blood clot flew out of my underwear and onto the carpet. I had bled through the super plus tampon I was wearing and my overnight maxi pad. The next time my doctor asked me if my periods were heavy, I finally said, 'Yes.' Unlike Norah, I was overweight, so my doctor already suspected I had a hormonal issue and sent me to an endocrinologist straight away. A few doctors appointments and 8 to 10 vials worth of blood tests later, I was diagnosed with PCOS—Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. It's a hormone disorder believed to be hereditary that can cause, among other things, excess facial hair, heavy or irregular menstrual cycles, weight gain, and ovarian cysts. Some women don't have a lot of symptoms; others have all of the above. At the time, the criteria for PCOS was extremely vague, and the possible treatments were basically nonexistent. (In case you need a reminder: Women's health is underfunded, under-researched, and undervalued.) Effective medical treatments for PCOS are hard to come by. When I asked about next steps, my doctor shrugged their shoulders, gave me a prescription for birth control, and told me to lose weight (which, oh, by the way, is harder to do when you have PCOS). Over 15 years later, it seems not much has changed. At the end of the season, Norah's period mystery remains unsolved. She doesn't know why her periods are irregular or why she has bad cramps. And after years of just dealing with it, she seems resigned to just barreling through. I feel her pain. While I assume that she'll get a hard-fought diagnosis of either PCOS or endometriosis in season 4, it's also possible that she'll never get the answers she's looking for. Ask any woman with PCOS or endometriosis and they'll tell you it took years for them to even go to a doctor to discuss period pain, let alone be diagnosed. And that's partly due to the fact that many women just don't know that these conditions exist. In modern America, period pain is often dismissed, and uterus-related conversations are still taboo. Even in teen shows like Gilmore Girls or Gossip Girl, characters don't acknowledge their periods until there's a pregnancy scare plot. Young women like Norah might not learn about PCOS or endometriosis from their friends or their mothers or even their doctors—so I'm hoping that at least for some teens and tweens, Norah's storyline on Ginny & Georgia can fill in the gaps. And if a hormone disorder is the cause of her period problems, I hope she gets diagnosed faster than I did.
Business Upturn
an hour ago
- Business Upturn
My Life with the Walter Boys Season 2: Release date rumors, cast updates and what to expect next
By Aman Shukla Published on June 7, 2025, 20:00 IST Last updated June 7, 2025, 17:46 IST My Life with the Walter Boys Season 2 is one of the most anticipated teen drama releases of 2025. After the emotional cliffhanger of Season 1, fans are eager for updates on the release date, cast, and what's next for Jackie Howard and the Walter family. Based on Ali Novak's popular Wattpad novel, the Netflix series has captured hearts with its heartfelt drama, romantic tension, and coming-of-age story. Here's everything we know about My Life with the Walter Boys Season 2. Release Date Rumours for My Life with the Walter Boys Season 2 Netflix has confirmed that My Life with the Walter Boys Season 2 will premiere in 2025, but an exact release date remains unannounced. Filming began in August 2024 and wrapped in November 2024 in Calgary, Canada, according to multiple sources. Given that Season 1 premiered in December 2023, roughly a year after its filming concluded, a late 2025 release is likely. Some reports, such as one from What's on Netflix , suggest a potential August 2025 premiere, with new footage expected to be showcased at Netflix's TUDUM 2025 event. Cast Updates: Who Will Return? The core cast of My Life with the Walter Boys is set to return, bringing back the beloved characters fans fell in love with in Season 1. Confirmed returning cast members include: Nikki Rodriguez as Jackie Howard, the teenage protagonist navigating life after tragedy. Noah LaLonde as Cole Walter, one half of the iconic love triangle. Ashby Gentry as Alex Walter, the other half vying for Jackie's heart. Sarah Rafferty as Katherine Walter, the matriarch of the Walter family. Marc Blucas as George Walter, Katherine's husband. Johnny Link as Will Walter. Corey Fogelmanis as Nathan Walter. Connor Stanhope as Danny Walter. Jaylan Evans as Skylar Summerhill. What to Expect in Season 2? The Season 1 finale left fans on edge with Jackie fleeing to New York City after a complicated love triangle involving Cole and Alex. Unlike the book, where Jackie chooses Cole, the series took a different path, leaving her romantic future ambiguous. Showrunner Melanie Halsall has teased that Season 2 will be 'bigger and better,' with 'massive set pieces in each episode' and 'more intricate' stories. She emphasized that the actors now have a deeper understanding of their characters, promising richer performances. My Life with the Walter Boys Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Business Upturn
an hour ago
- Business Upturn
Is Lincoln Lawyer season 4 releasing in June 2025? Everything we know so far
By Aman Shukla Published on June 7, 2025, 19:30 IST Last updated June 7, 2025, 15:57 IST The Netflix legal drama The Lincoln Lawyer , based on Michael Connelly's bestselling novels, has kept fans on the edge of their seats with its gripping storylines and charismatic lead, Mickey Haller, played by Manuel Garcia-Rulfo. After the shocking cliffhanger in Season 3, fans are eagerly asking: Is The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4 releasing in June 2025? Here's everything we know so far. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4: Is It Happening? Good news for fans— The Lincoln Lawyer has been officially renewed for a fourth season! Netflix confirmed the renewal in January 2025, with production kicking off in February 2025 in Los Angeles. The series, which follows defense attorney Mickey Haller as he navigates high-stakes cases from his Lincoln Navigator, will continue with 10 new episodes. However, a June 2025 release for Season 4 is highly unlikely. Based on production timelines and Netflix's release patterns, let's dive into when we can expect the new season and what it will bring. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4 Release Date Speculation While Netflix hasn't announced an official release date for Season 4, we can estimate based on previous seasons' production schedules: Season 2: Filming began in October 2022, wrapped in March 2023, and premiered in July 2023 (9 months from filming start). Season 3: Filming started in January 2024, ended in June 2024, and premiered in October 2024 (10 months from filming start). Season 4: Filming began in February 2025 and is expected to wrap by June or July 2025. Given this pattern, a release 9–10 months after filming starts points to November or December 2025 at the earliest. However, several reports suggest a 2026 release is more likely, as Netflix didn't include The Lincoln Lawyer in its 2025 slate. What Will The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4 Be About? Season 4 will adapt The Law of Innocence , the sixth book in Michael Connelly's Lincoln Lawyer series. The Season 3 finale set up a dramatic premise: Mickey Haller is arrested after police find the body of a former client, Sam Scales, in the trunk of his Lincoln, framing him for murder. In Season 4, Mickey will face his biggest and most personal challenge yet—defending himself in court. Co-showrunner Ted Humphrey teased that the season will 'pick up right where we left off,' diving into the charges and adversaries Mickey faces. Expect a thrilling courtroom drama as Mickey, imprisoned and representing himself, fights to prove his innocence against a conspiracy that may involve new enemies or old foes. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
