Pluribus, a new sci-fi drama starring Rhea Seehorn, is Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan’s first show since Better Call Saul concluded. The Onion shares everything you need to know about the series.
Q: What’s the premise?
A: An extraterrestrial virus causes everyone except those who were robbed at the Emmys to join a hive mind.
Q: How is Pluribus connected to the Breaking Bad universe?
A: Vince Gilligan has confirmed the series takes place entirely within Jesse Pinkman’s mind.
Q: What does “pluribus” mean?
A: It is French for “plums.”
Q: Is it true it has an anti-AI message?
A: Yes, the story is a veiled metaphor exploring the dangers of Nvidia’s market cap exceeding Apple’s.
Q: So, wait, did Walt really, actually, definitely die at the end of Breaking Bad?
A: Again, just to be clear, Pluribus is a different show.
Q: Where can I watch it?
A: At the home of any friend who didn’t realize their Apple TV subscription auto-renewed.
Q: Will Breaking Bad fans like it?
A: Considering that the main character is a woman, no.
