Fans of Vince Gilligan’s new sci-fi mystery Pluribus can enjoy the next episode ahead of schedule. Apple TV confirmed that Episode 5, titled “Got Milk,” will release on Wednesday, November 26, two days earlier than the show’s usual Friday pattern. The change is a temporary shift for the US Thanksgiving holiday week.
Why the Schedule Changed
Apple TV moved the release date to accommodate viewers in the United States during the Thanksgiving holiday. The change allows audiences to watch the new episode before the long weekend of family gatherings and celebrations begins.
The early release also helps the show avoid direct competition with other major streaming releases, such as the new season of Stranger Things on Netflix, ensuring it gets full attention from its audience.
When and Where to Watch Episode 5
Pluribus is an Apple TV original series, so a subscription to the platform is required to watch. New subscribers can start with a seven-day free trial.
While the exact release time for Episode 5 has not been officially confirmed, past episodes have typically become available online on Thursday evenings at 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT. However, for this special early release, some industry watchers predict the episode could drop at 3:00 a.m. ET / 12:00 a.m. PT on Wednesday, November 26. Viewers should check the Apple TV service on Wednesday for the official availability.
For international audiences, this early release means different viewing times. Based on common streaming patterns, expected release times are:
- UK: Wednesday, November 26 at 8:00 a.m. GMT
- India: Wednesday, November 26 at 1:30 p.m. IST
- Australia: Wednesday, November 26 at 7:00 p.m. AEDT
What to Expect in ‘Got Milk’
The upcoming episode continues the story of Carol Sturka, a fantasy romance author played by Rhea Seehorn. She is one of only 13 people on Earth immune to “the Joining,” an alien virus that has transformed the rest of humanity into a peaceful, content hive mind.
Episode 4, “Please, Carol,” ended with a tense cliffhanger. Carol, desperate for answers, secretly gave a truth serum to Zosia, her companion from the hive mind. This caused Zosia to collapse from cardiac arrest, leaving her fate uncertain. The new episode, “Got Milk,” will likely deal with the immediate consequences of Carol’s actions.
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Returning to the Regular Schedule
The early release for Episode 5 is a one-time change. After a nine-day gap, the show will return to its normal weekly schedule. The remaining episodes of the nine-part first season will continue to drop on Fridays, with the season one finale set for December 26.
Here is the full release schedule for the first season:
- Episode 5: “Got Milk” – November 26 (Early Release)
- Episode 6 – December 5
- Episode 7 – December 12
- Episode 8 – December 19
- Episode 9 – December 26
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