Who is in the Black Mirror season 6 cast? For a decade now, Charlie Brooker’s anthology has been showing us the bleakest possibilities in our relationship with technology, reflecting the dangers of modernity right back at us with remarkably entertaining results.
Since Black Mirror – one of the best sci-fi series – has now returned to Netflix, we have several more pieces of twisted speculative fiction to get into. The best Black Mirror episodes always give us food for thought, and season 6 manages that for sure.
Whatever you need to know about the return of one of the best TV series can be found right here. Here’s the Black Mirror season 6 cast, and all the other information you might be seeking.
Black Mirror season 6 cast
Salma Hayek, Aaron Paul, Danny Ramirez, and Zazie Beetz will all star in Black Mirror season 6. They’re supported by a host of other names you’re likely to recognize, though it’s still not confirmed who the actors will be playing in Netflix’s best thriller series.
The Black Mirror season 6 cast list:
- Aaron Paul
- Anjana Vasan
- Annie Murphy
- Ben Barnes
- Clara Rugaard
- Daniel Portman
- Danny Ramirez
- Himesh Patel
- John Hannah
- Josh Hartnett
- Kate Mara
- Michael Cera
- Myha’la Herrold
- Paapa Essiedu
- Rob Delaney
- Rory Culkin
- Salma Hayek
- Zazie Beetz
Those are some seriously big names, and the series has been able to draw in increasingly high-profile stars in recent years. Miley Cyrus, Jesse Plemons, and Marvel Cinematic Universe regular Anthony Mackie are among the talent who have starred in previous episodes, though this new season arguably boasts the most A-listers.
Black Mirror season 6 trailer
In true Netflix fashion, we got a trailer for Black Mirror season 6 only weeks before it came out. The clip shows off the new cast and gives us a flavor of this season’s tone (to the surprise of absolutely no one, it looks quite gloomy).
You can check out the trailer above, which gives hints towards the meta nature of the new episodes, the increasing tension, and of course, plenty of unfamiliar tech. We also have a little prod at society’s obsession with true crime, and an surprise Salma Hayek.
Since Black Mirror is also going to space this season, we’re also treated to plenty of glimpses of Aaron Paul’s storyline, one which we’re especially excited for.
What is Black Mirror season 6 about?
The episodes of Black Mirror season 6 contain a broad selection of stories, involving space, AI, and old-school horror.
Here are the official titles and a brief description for each episode of Black Mirror season 6:
Black Mirror season 6, episode 1: ‘Joan is Awful’
A woman’s life becomes subject to a TV show against her will, starring Salma Hayek Pinault. Trying to stop it proves more difficult than you’d expect.
Black Mirror season 6, episode 2: ‘Loch Henry’
You might think you know your hometown, but the characters of ‘Loch Henry’ discover some secrets are best left buried.
Black Mirror season 6, episode 3: ‘Beyond the Sea’
Astronauts during a multi-year mission in 1969 become entangle by an emotional affair that leaves everyone devastated. These plots are never happy, are they?
Black Mirror season 6, episode 4: ‘Mazey Day’
Paparazzi, who needs them? Brooker gives them some comeuppance in a schlocky send up of classic monster flicks.
Black Mirror season 6, episode 5: Demon 79
After years of constant micro-aggressions, a store clerk in 1979 finds out she has to stop the apocalypse by doing some dastardly deeds. (Editor: Is it just us, or does this sound like the plot of Knock at the Cabin?)
Where can I watch Black Mirror season 6?
Black Mirror season 6 will debut on Netflix upon its release. This is also where you can stream all five previous seasons of Black Mirror, as well as play Black Mirror: Bandersnatch.
Though made as a one-off special, ‘White Christmas’ is included as part of season 2 on the service. Convenient for rewatching while we wait for more on the latest episodes.
How many episodes of Black Mirror season 6 are there ?
There are five episodes in Black Mirror season 6.
If you can’t get enough of Brooker’s sinister tales, check out our list of the best Black Mirror episodes. You can also find out why Black Mirror fans thought one of the best episodes is getting a sequel.
Black Mirror season 6 release date and reviews
Black Mirror season 6 premiered on Thursday June 15, 2023.
Reception has been mixed. On Rotten Tomatoes, Black Mirror season 6 has scored 73% from critics, but only 57% from audiences. Alas perhaps after we’ve had some time to deal with the episodes, the scores might shift.
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