Black Mirror (2011)
Over the last ten years, technology has transformed almost every aspect of our lives before we've had time to stop and question it. In every home; on every desk; in every palm - a plasma screen; a monitor; a smartphone - a black mirror of our 21st Century existence.
Details
First Air Date
12/4/2011
Last Air Date
6/15/2023
Network
Channel 4, Netflix
Rating
8/10 (5266 votes)
Status
Returning Series
Production Companies
House of Tomorrow, Zeppotron
About Black Mirror
"Black Mirror," which premiered in 2011, is an anthology series exploring themes of technology, dystopia, and human nature. Each of its 32 episodes presents a standalone narrative, often set in a near-future world where technological advancements have unintended, frequently dark, consequences. The series blends elements of sci-fi, drama, and mystery to create speculative scenarios. With 7 seasons to date, the show has maintained its focus on how human interaction with technology shapes society and individual lives.
Why you might be searching for Black Mirror
People search for "Black Mirror" to find episodes featuring unsettling technological concepts, like a Google-like device being accepted into a home or rich people creating clones for mind transfer. The series is known for its distinct stories, such as a sci-fi film about a love triangle and possession, or a woman encountering people from the past or future after drinking.
What reviewers are saying
One reviewer noted a decline in quality after the series moved to Netflix, describing later seasons as bland and predictable compared to its earlier UK run.
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You can stream "Black Mirror" on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. It's also available for purchase on Apple TV and Amazon Video, and on DVD/Blu-ray from retailers like Amazon.
"Black Mirror" is not based on a true story. It's a British anthology series created by Charlie Brooker that uses speculative fiction and near-future dystopian settings to comment on contemporary social issues related to technology and media.
There are currently seven seasons of "Black Mirror," with an eighth season in development. The series also includes the interactive film "Black Mirror: Bandersnatch" and a special episode, "White Christmas."
"Black Mirror" is widely considered a worthwhile watch, with critics often calling it one of the best television series of the 2010s. While some critics find its themes obvious or quality to have declined in later seasons, it has received critical acclaim, with Rotten Tomatoes scores ranging from 66% to 98% across its seasons.