Ok, we know that the state of the world right now can sometimes feel like we're living in an episode of Black Mirror. But fans of the show will be pleased to know that it's coming back for a seventh season (yep, seventh), with a star-studded line-up that's sure to make an impact.
Created by Charlie Brooker, he describes the six-episode series as a 'little bit OG Black Mirror.'
'You can expect a mix of genres and styles' Brooker said during Netflix’s annual Geeked Week festival in September. 'We’ve got six episodes this time, and two of them are basically feature-length. Some of them are deeply unpleasant, some are quite funny, and some are emotional.'
For the first time in Black Mirror history, season 7 will include a direct sequel to an existing episode, with Brooker treating us to a return to the USS Callister.
Here's everything we know so far about the cast...
Milanka Brooks
You might recognise Milanka from a previous season of Black Mirror back in 2017, where she starred as Elena Tulsa in USS Callister. This time, she's returning for the sequel of the episode - marking a first in the show's history. Milanka has also had roles in Benidorm and as Princess Svetlana in the British royal family parody The Windsors in 2020.
She shared a tweet teasing her involvement in the series. Alongside a futuristic picture of a rocket, Milanka simply wrote 'Black Mirror Season 7. April 10 @netflix.'
Peter Capaldi
Scottish actor Peter Capaldi is best known for his role as the Twelfth Doctor in Doctor Who. In fact, his agent called him and said 'Hello Doctor' when telling him he had gotten the part. He has also had roles in 'Franz Kafka's It's a Wonderful Life' (1995), which won both a BAFTA and an Oscar, and his breakout role came in 2005 as Malcolm Tucker on the 'The Thick of It.'
Emma Corrin
Emma Corrin will join the cast for the seventh season of Black Mirror. Emma, who trained at Cambridge University, is no stranger to our screens. The star is best known for playing Princess Diana in The Crown. Emma has also starred in My Policeman, Lady Chatterley's Lover, A Murder at the End of the World, and as Cassandra Nova in Deadpool & Wolverine.
Patsy Ferran
If you were lucky enough to see the production, you might remember Patsy from her role in A Streetcar Named Desire alongside Paul Mescal - which she stepped into just days before. Patsy rained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), and is also known for her role as Princess Mary in the 2023 film Firebrand. She will have a starring role in BBC One's new period drama, Miss Austen.
Issa Rae
You will probably recognise Issa from Greta Gerwig's hit Barbie movie, where she played President Barbie. She rose to fame in 2011 with her YouTube web series Awkward Black Girl, before writing a memoir The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl. She earned three Emmy Award nominations for her starring role in HBO's Insecure, and has appeared in films The Hate U Give, Little, and The Lovebirds.
Awkwafina
Nora Lum, known professionally as Awkwafina, is an American actress and rapper, who rose to fame on YouTube. She has played supporting roles in the comedy films Ocean's 8 and Crazy Rich Asians, while her starring role in the comedy-drama The Farewell earned her a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress nomination.
Paul Giamatti
Paul Giamatti is a familiar face on our screens, and is no stranger to an award or two. His accolades include a Primetime Emmy Award and three Golden Globes, as well as nominations for two Academy Awards and a British Academy Film Award. He has had starring roles in American Splendor, Saving Private Ryan, Private Life and The Holdovers.
Rashida Jones
Rashida Jones is an American actress. You might recognise Rashida for her role as Karen Filippelli on The Office, or as Ann Perkins in Parks and Recreation. She has also appeared in an array of films, including I Love You, Man, The Social Network, The Muppets and Our Idiot Brother,
Alongside her on-screen accolades, she has also tried her hand at film making. She worked as a producer on the film Hot Girls Wanted and the series Hot Girls Wanted: Turned on.
Tracee Ellis Ross
Tracee is an American actress, singer, television host, producer and director. She is known for her lead roles in the television series Girlfriends and Black-Ish. Ross has received multiple honours for her role on Black-ish. In her Golden Globe acceptance speech, she said 'This is for all of the women, women of color and colorful people, whose stories, ideas, thoughts are not always considered worthy, and valid and important. But I want you to know that I see you. We see you.'
Harriet Walter
Fans of Succession will recognise Harriet as Lady Caroline Collingwood, Kendall Roy's ex-wife in Succession. After joining the the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1980, Walter secured a series of high profile roles, including on Downton Abbey, Killing Eve, The Crown and The Assets. Her film appearances include Sense and Sensibility, The Governess and Villa des Roses. In 2011, Walter was appointed Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) for services to drama.
Chris O’Dowd
Another big name gracing our screens for season seven is Chris O'Dowd. Chris is an Irish actor and comedian best known for his role as Roy Trenneman in The IT Crowd. You might also remember his face from his recurring role on Girls, or from the big screen, where he's had roles in Bridesmaids, This Is 40, Cavalry and St. Vincent.
When is Black Mirror season 7 out on Netflix?
The seventh season of Black Mirror will drop on Netflix on Thursday, 10 April 2025. It will consist of 6 episodes.