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Emmy-nominated Jeff Hiller on His Scene-Stealing ‘Pluribus’ Role and the Art of the Guest Actor

Emmy nominee Jeff Hiller discusses his brief but memorable “Pluribus” role, rehearsing his pivotal scene with Rhea Seehorn for four hours, finding the humanity within the Hive Mind and his remarkable run from “Somebody Somewhere” to “Widow’s Bay.”

Emmy-Nominated Miriam Shor on the Love and Loss at the Heart of ‘Pluribus’

Emmy-nominated Miriam Shor discusses making every moment count as Helen in "Pluribus," creating Carol and Helen’s relationship with Rhea Seehorn, the trauma of the Joining and why the show’s complicated questions give her hope for television.

Emmy Nominee Sharon Bialy on Building the Global Ensemble Behind ‘Pluribus’

Emmy-nominated casting director Sharon Bialy discusses the global search behind "Pluribus," finding unfamiliar faces to populate the Others, casting Carlos-Manuel Vesga, why she doesn't believe in chemistry reads and how the series changed the way she approaches her craft.
Pluribus key artwork.

Dave Porter Reflects on Scoring ‘Pluribus’ and Nearly Two Decades of Working With Vince Gilligan

For Emmy-nominated composer Dave Porter, scoring ‘Pluribus’ is the product of a creative shorthand forged through almost 20 years of working alongside Vince Gilligan. “Part of the job of a composer is to be... Read More...

How Samba Schutte Turned ‘Pluribus’ Scene-Stealer Mr. Diabaté Into Something More

Samba Schutte discusses his journey from Mauritius and Ethiopia to Apple TV+'s "Pluribus," working with Vince Gilligan, the surprising inspirations behind Mr. Koumba Diabaté, and why one of the series' most extravagant characters may also be one of its loneliest.

Carlos Manuel Vesga Discusses Manos, Fan Theories, and the Mysteries of ‘Pluribus’

Carlos Manuel Vesga discusses joining Vince Gilligan's "Pluribus," building the enigmatic character of Manos through silence and restraint, the audience's passionate fan theories, and why the series succeeds by asking viewers to embrace mystery, patience, and the rewards of thoughtful storytelling.
Rhea Seehorn in "Pluribus," now streaming on Apple TV.

‘Pluribus’ Editors Skip MacDonald and Chris McCaleb on Building Vince Gilligan’s New Series

After helping shape Vince Gilligan's television universe for years, editors Skip MacDonald and Chris McCaleb faced a very different challenge with Apple TV’s ‘Pluribus.’ “You can’t hide anywhere,” McCaleb s... Read More...

Rhea Seehorn on the Deductive Art of Character: Unlocking the Nuance of Carol in Apple TV+’s ‘Pluribus’

Rhea Seehorn, the center of Vince Gilligan’s "Pluribus," discusses the series' unique psychological demands. She views the solo performance as a "one-person play," revealing how the show's layered sci-fi themes force her character to confront isolation and the very nature of human connection.

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