Why you shouldn’t expect an M. Night Shyamalan style twist in Pluribus

Apple TV+’s new show, Pluribus, has aired two of its nine episodes. However, creator Vince Gilligan has hinted that viewers shouldn’t anticipate a big, shocking twist ending like those often found in M. Night Shyamalan films. He believes that sometimes, the most effective approach is to avoid a twist altogether.

Pluribus is a new series from Vince Gilligan exploring a virus that sweeps the globe, linking all people together into a single consciousness but at the cost of their personal thoughts and independence.

The show is a classic science fiction story reminiscent of early The X-Files, focusing on the mystery of why a few individuals, like the main character Carol Sturka, are unaffected by a larger phenomenon.

At an event in London organized by Apple and Empire, the creator of Breaking Bad discussed the show’s lingering questions, suggesting they might not be as complex as people think.

Vince Gilligan says Pluribus fans might have all the info they need

After the movie screening, several people asked if aliens were behind the virus in the film. Stars Rhea Seehorn and Karolina Wydra cautioned viewers not to immediately assume that was the case.

Gilligan suggested that Pluribus might be straightforward, comparing it to a M. Night Shyamalan movie where the biggest twist is often a lack of one. He implied that viewers may already have all the information they need to understand it.

I remember this scene in the first episode – it’s wild! This politician basically talks to Carol through her TV, and he lays out everything that’s happening, explaining the whole situation to her. It’s a really creepy way to get information across.

If you believe Davis Taffler, the man you see on television, you’ll have a complete understanding of what happened. He claims advanced technology from outer space was used, but that doesn’t necessarily mean aliens are currently on Earth.

The show’s original concept didn’t include aliens at all. Creator Sherwood Schwartz described the writing process as gradual and carefully planned, unlike some shows like ‘Breaking Bad.’ He came up with the idea of a signal from space only after months – or even a year – of developing the story.

The third episode of Pluribus arrives on Apple TV tomorrow, November 14th, and will likely unveil more of the story’s secrets, possibly including a warning about the dangers of artificial intelligence. If you enjoy compelling dramas, check out these other great TV shows to watch this month and the best shows of the year so far.

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2025-11-13 14:50