It's been more than sixth months since we first caught wind of Black Mirror's fifth season [1]. "Be right back," the small clip promised, leaving us to wonder what horrors the bleak show may hold in the near future. As the warm weather winds down and relents to the spookier, colder months at the end of the year, we can almost feel the new season of Black Mirror approaching. And yet, Netflix remains silent when it comes to new, juicy details. Luckily, we have managed to get our hands on a few exciting tidbits pertaining to the next instalment over the course of the last handful of months. Wondering what we're in for when the next chapter arrives? Let's dive in.
The First Hint
It's been a while since the show confirmed another season. In March, one cryptic tweet [3] promised new episodes. The accompanying caption assured us that "the future will be brighter than ever." Could this be a clue about the direction of the series? Will we see more uplifting stories involving heroes who triumph over our bleak technological dystopia? It's not impossible!
The Glimpse at Production
Here's a fun one: back in April, a fan shared an image of a filming notice [4]. The show was set to take over St. George's Walk in Croydon, London. In threads, mentions, and retweets, other witnesses reported that the street had been blasted back to the '80s. Looks like the creative minds behind the series will attempt to capture the same magic as "San Junipero." Don't cling to hope for a sequel, though.
The Rumoured "Interactive" Episode
At the beginning of October, there were whispers of a "choose your own adventure" episode [5], in which viewers could interact with the content to achieve different outcomes. So chilling. I'm ready for it.
The Release Date
While Netflix hasn't necessarily confirmed a release date, THR and other outlets are banking on a December 2018 drop, which aligns with the show's previous release cycles. It's always a great way to send a chill down our spines as the Winter cold settles in.