Black Mirror

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Season 3
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Dec 4, 2011
Season #: 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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8.8

Universal acclaim- based on 445 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 16 out of 445
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  1. dan547
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    As poignant and discomforting as ever, Black Mirror delivers another batch of excellent episodes, with one minor exception. But its willingness to ask hard questions makes me all the more willing to search for answers myself. The third season is a welcome return of Brooker's masterful series.
  2. Monkey_Nuts
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Great story-line with smart misdirection and thought provoking content. very well directed and shot. touches on very controversial issues about humans and their interactions with the world.
  3. Ali_Hamn
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    This series has a way of describing just how much horrible our world can be, and it touches some issues that we take for granted like the social media obsession, and it is all brilliantly exposed through some creative writing and directing all blended with a talented cast, even-thought there is always a new subject, it always keeps us somehow hungry for more, just brilliant!
  4. Alvin_Pinsberry
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    Depressing as **** If you prefer your media to distract you from the bleakness of reality, pick something else. If you don't mind wallowing in abject misery for a few hours, you could do a lot worse than Black Mirror.
  5. winks
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Unique and Innovative - Black Mirror Series 3 is intense, provocative and moving. This series once again takes the watcher though 6 uncomfortable chapters that disorientate your perspective, provokes laughter at uneasy situations before plunging you into moments of fear, alarm and anguish. Charlie Brooker is a superstar in the making.
  6. applemapsfan
    Oct 26, 2016
    10
    The most interesting thing about this show is how the characters were developed throughout each episode. It's so good that it actually makes everything very believable.
  7. ShiArch
    Oct 28, 2016
    10
    Thought Provoking - Yep
    Fun to Watch - Yep
    Great Production Qulaity - Yep
    Genuinely fresh stories - Yep
    Great plot twists - Yep

    In an age of stupid TV shows and sitcoms this stands out as a bright star in an sea of darkness. Must watch show for anyone with a working brain.
  8. chidime
    Nov 1, 2016
    10
    W.O.W. I am blown away by this season. My God. I found the first episode to be the least good, but that isn't saying much, cos it was good. However, the final episode blew my mind. My God. I think it's probably the best story so far in the series. This show just gets better and better. Big kudos to the creators and writers. You're doing God's work.

    10/10
  9. Fabrialbertini
    Oct 31, 2016
    10
    Excellent series, surpasses the first two seasons!

    After watching the first two seasons, I really never thought this show could get even better, but it proved me wrong. The first episode has a funny yet terrifying concept and a strong message about the future of social media and how it's slowly taking over our entire lives. I would say it's friendly and the easiest to watch, a strong    Excellent series, surpasses the first two seasons!

    After watching the first two seasons, I really never thought this show could get even better, but it proved me wrong. The first episode has a funny yet terrifying concept and a strong message about the future of social media and how it's slowly taking over our entire lives. I would say it's friendly and the easiest to watch, a strong opener.
    The second episode however, I felt was a downgrade from the previous one. The idea was original and captivating, it had a lot of potential, but i just think it could've been better.
    The third episode is fascinating. Shocking, fast, suspenful. This episode was incredibly structured and had some amazing acting. It's guaranteed to make you anxious and leaves you in shock long after the credits appear on the screen.
    The fourth episode makes an 180 degree turn. It is by far the best episode of the whole series. Don't want to give much away but it's truly captivating, unexpected and mysterious.
    The fifth episode definitely feels like a downgrade from the previous one, but it was kind of imposible to follow that anyway. Don't get me wrong, it is original and well developed but the ending could've been much better.
    The sixth and final episode is different from anything on this season and it's not even a bad thing.    … Expand
  10. jamess
    Nov 9, 2016
    9
    I know "digital Twilight Zone" is a tired description, but it fits the best. What I love is the each of the six episodes are alike and completely different, at the same time. I will not describe the episodes, as the fun is discovering them on your own (ep three was ruined for me, to a degree, by a review that casually mentioned the spoiler (still excellent episode)) One geek moment that II know "digital Twilight Zone" is a tired description, but it fits the best. What I love is the each of the six episodes are alike and completely different, at the same time. I will not describe the episodes, as the fun is discovering them on your own (ep three was ruined for me, to a degree, by a review that casually mentioned the spoiler (still excellent episode)) One geek moment that I love. Episode two features a scene between a spider creature with a human head and the lead character, played by Wyatt Russell, wearing long hair and beard. Just like his dad, Kurt Russell, did in John Carpenter's classic The Thing. Amazing.… Expand
  11. eagleeyeviking
    Jan 23, 2017
    9
    Netflix's acquisition of Charlie Brooker's Black Mirror allows for genre-hopping. In this case, it works as it allows for more complex ideas to be portrayed while appealing to a mass audience. Furthermore, the sense of discomfort of the realism of the issues faced isn't lost by this new format.
  12. BigMatt1
    Dec 8, 2016
    10
    Wow - just, wow.

    What a fun series! The true heir apparent in 2016 to it's Grandfather progenitor, The Twilight Zone, Black Mirror brings social commentary to a dystopian future setting with such elegance and credibility that I sometimes feel like I'm seeing my future unrolling in Rod Sterlingesque certainty. I love this series, and while some episodes hit more notes than others, all of    Wow - just, wow.

    What a fun series! The true heir apparent in 2016 to it's Grandfather progenitor, The Twilight Zone, Black Mirror brings social commentary to a dystopian future setting with such elegance and credibility that I sometimes feel like I'm seeing my future unrolling in Rod Sterlingesque certainty. I love this series, and while some episodes hit more notes than others, all of them are worth watching - every season.    … Expand
  13. night4
    Dec 17, 2016
    10
    I'm rating this season a 10 because of the episode "Shut up and dance."

    It's one of the best episodes of TV I've seen in a long time. Alex Lawther needs to win something for this.
  14. NihadBOSna
    May 1, 2017
    10
    Just as good as previous seasons...now with bigger budget it was nice to see what they have been able to do.Kinda loved that this season felt kind of more happier then previous ones. Nosedive and San Junipero didnt leave me depressed after watching them hehe but then on the other hand Shut up and dance was totally opposite. Lets hope season 4 is as good as this one.
  15. Zaryab
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Black Mirror is full of inspirations,the hard truths and keen observations of our day to day lives.loved it first and love it now and forevermore.Zaryab
  16. HMF_47
    Oct 22, 2016
    9
    Nosedive: It has arguably the most solid character act of the season, in good part thanks to a powerhouse performance from Bryce Dallas Howard. I also liked how Joe Wright created a futuristic version of 1950s suburbia, which emphasized the phoniness of the characters. The plotting gets a bit contrived in some parts, but everything pays off brilliantly, so it's a minor flaw.

    Playtest:    Nosedive: It has arguably the most solid character act of the season, in good part thanks to a powerhouse performance from Bryce Dallas Howard. I also liked how Joe Wright created a futuristic version of 1950s suburbia, which emphasized the phoniness of the characters. The plotting gets a bit contrived in some parts, but everything pays off brilliantly, so it's a minor flaw.

    Playtest: Wyatt Russell has the charisma and screen presence necessary to carry the episode, although he tends to overact at times. Unlike other Black Mirror episodes, this one isn't so political in its subject, since it prefers to go for a more intimate angle, which feels rather refreshing.

    Shut Up and Dance: Easily my favorite episode of the season. Its premise is fairly straightforward, but it maintains a sense of escalation, paranoia and urgency that never decreases. And the ending recontextualizes the episode in a way that rewards you for going through an hour of emotional draining.

    San Junipero: This one requires two viewings for better appreciation, since it can be quite confusing in its first half. It stands out for being the most character-driven episode of the season, if not the entire show. Even though it's not as thrilling as the others, I liked how it buried an incredibly poignant conclusion under a happy setting, making for a striking social commentary.

    Men Against Fire: Its establishment of a post-apocalyptic scenario works well since there's always the feeling something wrong is about to happen, and that's its strongest aspect. It's pretty heavy-handed in its message delivery, and considering the military theme, the action scenes leave room for improvement despite some imaginative beats. But considering its social relevance, generally solid visuals and performances (Ariane Labed and Sarah Snook are underused, though), it manages to be a satisfying entry.

    Hated in the Nation: The only Black Mirror episode I've disliked. It's basically an entire CSI season crammed into 90 sluggishly paced minutes. You know something is very wrong when a SWAT raid is as exciting as filing taxes. The characters are flat and speak mostly in exposition. And its themes were already explored before and better in The National Anthem and White Bear.    … Expand
  17. 8thWonder
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    If this is being compared to the same old recycled dramas that get put out on TV then this has to be a 10/10. Lots of great concepts here, And to me, great sci-fi is about great concepts. Executed very well. Highly recommend the whole season. Episode 4 is a highlight for me. Gugu mbatha-raw is super attractive in this episode.
  18. JorgeLestre
    Jan 27, 2017
    10
    'Black Mirror' is that rare example that a TV show doesn't need to have a full story throughout seasons to be great, magnificent entertainment. And it is actually pretty scary and bold to explore technology not in the colorful way it is being promoted.
  19. grenouille
    Nov 1, 2016
    6
    As a fan of the past two seasons, I was fairly disappointed by this season of Black Mirror. For me this whole season felt way too expository and spent more time explaining every facet of the technology introduced. Even the episode I thought delivered best on its story (Nosedive) felt drawn out and way too expository for my liking and so did not feel like a core episode of the series I grewAs a fan of the past two seasons, I was fairly disappointed by this season of Black Mirror. For me this whole season felt way too expository and spent more time explaining every facet of the technology introduced. Even the episode I thought delivered best on its story (Nosedive) felt drawn out and way too expository for my liking and so did not feel like a core episode of the series I grew to love over the past few years. Otherwise, I thought episodes like "Shut Up and Dance" were much more in line with episodes from previous seasons, but also seemed to retread ideas the series has already explored.

    Overall, I still maintain the show is better off continuing with Netflix than simply not existing anymore. Nonetheless, I do not think this season was anywhere near as thought provoking as the previous seasons and whenever I do go back to the series in the future I fully intend to skip season 3 and stick to seasons 1/2 and the holiday special.    … Expand
  20. srtafozex
    Oct 24, 2016
    7
    This season is not as good as the first and second season. The episodes are boring and badly conceived. Of the six episodes released so far by Netflix, I liked only two or three. I hope the episodes that are to come change my mind.
  21. erolsabadosh
    Oct 27, 2016
    7
    Really enjoyed the first episode about social media in the future, couldn't get through any of the rest (got the furthest into the San Juniper one but gave up half way through). Found the episodes a little too long and boring, and the ideas too heavy handed. It's all wonderfully produced in terms of visuals and sound, but none of the stories or characters hooked me like the first one did.Really enjoyed the first episode about social media in the future, couldn't get through any of the rest (got the furthest into the San Juniper one but gave up half way through). Found the episodes a little too long and boring, and the ideas too heavy handed. It's all wonderfully produced in terms of visuals and sound, but none of the stories or characters hooked me like the first one did. I'd rate episode one a 7 or an 8 on its own, the rest a 5.… Expand
  22. BulgarianCritic
    Nov 21, 2018
    10
    Boy oh boy with every season black mirror gets better and better.Everyone should definetly watch it
  23. rodericrinehart
    Jan 2, 2018
    10
    I love the pessimistic take on a trend in our modern, digital, tech-heavy lives. It's like Philip K Dick + William Gibson + The Twilight Zone.
  24. JaTochNietDan
    Oct 25, 2016
    9
    I simply cannot describe how awesome this series is and so far season 3 is the best season yet. It is even more well produced, well written and the stories are just stunning. Some of the stories are more lighthearted, albeit dark under the surface and some others are absolutely brutally dark and terrifying. It keeps you on the edge of your seat, frothing at the mouth to see more and seeI simply cannot describe how awesome this series is and so far season 3 is the best season yet. It is even more well produced, well written and the stories are just stunning. Some of the stories are more lighthearted, albeit dark under the surface and some others are absolutely brutally dark and terrifying. It keeps you on the edge of your seat, frothing at the mouth to see more and see where this crazy journey is going.

    It's hard to describe to someone exactly what Black Mirror is. It's a social commentary, albeit not too judgemental or overly cynical of society, more of a look into what's possible and where things could go in the future. It's a thriller, it's a mystery and it's a drama. Sometimes it's even funny but most of all it deals with the bleakest possible scenarios that may arise in the technological world we are living in.

    The only complaint that I can make about this series is that 6 episodes is not enough. I could watch this every day of the year.    … Expand
  25. drlowdon
    Oct 31, 2016
    8
    As with all anthology series certain episodes will appeal more to different people but overall this was another strong season of Black Mirror. Personally I thought the endings to a couple of the episodes were a little disappointing but all of the episodes offered a good hour of entertaining drama (or dark comedy in one case) and will certainly give audiences pause for thought.
  26. ClipState
    Nov 14, 2016
    10
    Even now in an ever-changing society, nothing challenges our own moral and technological perception more than Black Mirror. Issues, themes and idea merely touched on by even the the most unconventional movies are brought to life and beyond with what we see here. For those who love alternate realities, life would seem inferior having not seen this spectacular series. Each episode is moreEven now in an ever-changing society, nothing challenges our own moral and technological perception more than Black Mirror. Issues, themes and idea merely touched on by even the the most unconventional movies are brought to life and beyond with what we see here. For those who love alternate realities, life would seem inferior having not seen this spectacular series. Each episode is more thought provoking and engaging than most good films, showing just how captivating this show is. Charlie Brooker is a mastermind at the top of his game and he continues to show this through each and every episode. Black Mirror has more in common with films like Inception than any other TV Series. For someone who thinks they have seen it all, Black Mirror continues to surprise and shock with meaningful twists.

    Season 3 Personal Highlights: Episodes 4, 5 and 6 although White Christmas is still probably my favourite.    … Expand
  27. nilsy
    Sep 20, 2017
    10
    Think this might be the closest we have come to a modern twillight zone, anthology shows can be amazing and feel like there should be more of them.

    Feel like we have 20 doctor tv shows every single year there could lest be 1 anthology show/year Its a impressive show not every episode is equal but im still giving this a 10 since i trying to think of a show that does the same thing but    Think this might be the closest we have come to a modern twillight zone, anthology shows can be amazing and feel like there should be more of them.

    Feel like we have 20 doctor tv shows every single year there could lest be 1 anthology show/year

    Its a impressive show not every episode is equal but im still giving this a 10 since i trying to think of a show that does the same thing but better and cant think of any.    … Expand
  28. russiangamer
    Jun 3, 2017
    9
    Это, пожалуй, самый лучший, интересный и разнообразный сезон.
    Почти каждая серия - новый жанр, к которому приплетён триллер. Тут и детектив, мелодрама, боевик, ужасы. Куча вариаций того, какое будущее нас может ждать и как будут развиты те или иные технологии.    Это, пожалуй, самый лучший, интересный и разнообразный сезон.
    Почти каждая серия - новый жанр, к которому приплетён триллер. Тут и детектив, мелодрама, боевик, ужасы. Куча вариаций того, какое будущее нас может ждать и как будут развиты те или иные технологии.
  29. diegonelli
    Mar 31, 2017
    9
    I've waited a lot to get Netflix and this show was on the top of my list. It's so good. Seriously. The idea behind this serie, the mocking of pop culture, is very unique. This should have more seasons, definitely.
  30. AndrewLambert
    Nov 13, 2016
    9
    Black Mirror's third season is its most effective and devastating yet, with endlessly creative concepts and challenging ideas like no other series on television.
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Universal acclaim - based on 23 Critic Reviews

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  1. We Got This Covered
    Reviewed by: Isaac Feldberg
    Oct 24, 2016
    70
    In its third season, which reflects its new home’s disdain for modesty with much longer episodes and its most extended season yet, there’s less consistency than in past outings but a more prominently demonstrated desire to swing for the fences.
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  2. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
    Reviewed by: Maria Sciullo
    Oct 21, 2016
    80
    The payoff--Black Mirror promises no happy endings but the conclusions are always thought-provoking--is worth it.
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  3. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    Oct 21, 2016
    80
    No show of this sort scores only home runs, but mirror's batting average is very high. [24 Oct-6 Nov 2016, p.17]
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