Pluribus has quickly become one of Apple TV’s biggest new hits, and fans are eager to know what comes next for the world’s most miserable person, Carol Sturka. After a shocking sixth episode full of dark revelations, the story continues this week. Here is everything you need to know about the release of Pluribus Season 1, Episode 7.
When to Watch: Pluribus Episode 7 Release Date and Global Times
The seventh episode of Pluribus will be available to stream on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 9:00 PM Eastern Time. Officially scheduled for a Friday release, Apple TV often makes new episodes available about six hours early for viewers in North America.
If you are watching from a different time zone, the release schedule is as follows:
- Pacific Standard Time: Thursday, December 11 at 6:00 PM
- Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+1): Friday, December 12 at 1:00 AM
- Central European Time: Friday, December 12 at 3:00 AM
- Indian Standard Time: Friday, December 12 at 6:30 AM
- Australian Eastern Standard Time: Friday, December 12 at 11:00 AM
The episode will stream exclusively on Apple TV+. New subscribers can use the platform’s seven-day free trial to watch the episode.
What Happened? A Recap of Pluribus Episode 6
Titled ‘HDP’, the sixth episode answered a major cliffhanger. Carol discovered that the substance labeled HDP, or “Human-Derived Protein,” was the food source for the hive-minded Others, confirming her worst fears about the warehouse she investigated.
Carol traveled to Las Vegas to meet fellow immune survivor Koumba Diabaté, hoping to share her horrific find. However, Diabaté already knew the truth. In a surprising turn, he explained that the Others view the food source as a “necessary evil,” forced upon them because they see even standard agriculture as violent. He also revealed that the rest of the immune group has been in contact, deliberately leaving Carol out of their discussions.
The most important rule Carol learned is that the Others will not turn her into one of them without her explicit consent. She immediately called their contact number and stated she did not consent.
The episode ended with another key development: Manousos Oviedo, the reclusive immune survivor living in Paraguay, received a videotape from Carol. This prompted him to leave his home and begin driving toward Albuquerque, setting him on a collision course with Carol’s story.
What to Expect in Pluribus Season 1 Episode 7
Episode 7, titled “The Gap”, will pick up the story from these major turning points. The title suggests the episode may explore the growing divide between Carol and the rest of the world. With only three episodes left in the season, the stakes are rising.
Based on the ending of Episode 6, here are the key storylines to watch:
- Carol’s Next Move: Now knowing the full, disturbing truth about the Others’ world and feeling betrayed by her fellow survivors, Carol is expected to take new, more defiant steps. Her search for a way to reverse the Joining will likely intensify.
- Manousos’s Journey: The video from Carol has spurred Manousos into action. His dangerous trek from Paraguay to Albuquerque could make him a crucial ally for Carol in the episodes ahead.
- The Rules of Consent: After establishing that the Others need her consent to be turned, the episode may explore the limits of this rule and how Carol uses this knowledge in her rebellion.
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The Cast and Creative Team Behind the Mystery
Pluribus is the newest series from Vince Gilligan, the creator of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. Gilligan created the show, serves as its showrunner, and directed the first two episodes.
The lead role of Carol Sturka is played by Rhea Seehorn, who is widely recognized for her role as Kim Wexler in Better Call Saul. Seehorn’s performance as the lonely, angry, and determined Carol has been a major highlight of the series.
The main cast also includes Karolina Wydra as Zosia, Carol’s assigned companion from the Others, and Carlos-Manuel Vesga as Manousos Oviedo, the other major immune character whose path is now converging with Carol’s.
Other significant returning characters expected in Episode 7 include Samba Schutte as the hedonistic Koumba Diabaté and Miriam Shor as Carol’s late partner, Helen, who may appear in flashbacks.
Pluribus: A Breakout Hit for Apple TV
Since its premiere on November 7, 2025, Pluribus has broken records for Apple TV+. It had the biggest global launch for a drama series on the platform, surpassing the previous record held by Severance.
The series has received strong praise from critics, earning a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes from dozens of reviews following its debut. Linda Holmes from NPR described the show as “one of the era’s most relevant works”.
“If loneliness turns out to be our legacy, Vince Gilligan’s haunting new show Pluribus might be one of the era’s most relevant works.” — Linda Holmes, NPR
The first season consists of nine episodes. With Episodes 7, 8, and 9 set to release on December 12, December 19, and December 26 respectively, the story will reach its Season 1 finale on Boxing Day. Apple TV has already confirmed that a second season is in development.
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