Pluribus, a new sci-fi thriller created by Vince Gilligan, has quickly become the most-watched series on Apple TV+. The show has sparked significant discussion among viewers, drawing parallels to earlier iconic series like Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. It explores themes of individuality versus conformity, much like the classic series The Prisoner, which aired from 1967 to 1968.
The Prisoner features a secret agent who resigns and is subsequently captured, waking up in a seemingly idyllic but ultimately imprisoning community known as "The Village." Through the lens of his designation as Number Six, the series delves into the conflict between the individual's desire for freedom and the oppressive forces of society.
Additionally, Pluribus echoes the unsettling elements found in the film Invasion of the Body Snatchers, where ordinary people can be indistinguishable from those under the influence of a collective consciousness. This theme of hidden threats adds to the show's tension and intrigue.