The Internet Is Calling This New “Black Mirror” Episode The Scariest Episode Of TV Ever, And There’s A Very Simple Reason Why

To me, the scariest movies and TV shows aren’t slasher films or murder documentaries. What’s even more terrifying than that are vivid dystopian realities — ones juuuust plausible enough to make you wonder if our future is indeed heading in that direction.

Black Mirror is the QUEEN of bringing our most terrifying societal fears to life. And on Apr. 10, the SEVENTH (yes, SEVENTH) season came out — so many of us spent the day just watching all six episodes.

Of the six new episodes, one seemed to take the internet by storm — not just because of its exceptionally frightening concept, but also because it hits verrrry close to home. The episode is called “Common People,” and it’s the first episode in the season (but don’t worry, I won’t spoil it for you).

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Can I just say it? From the looks of it, this might just be the scariest episode of TV ever.

The concept seems to combine two hugely debated, highly topical, and arguably corrupt parts of society: the healthcare system (specifically in America), and digital subscription services.

The episode highlights how these two systems can feel money-grabby, and almost like traps once you’ve committed for awhile. So, as you might expect, this left people furiously nodding in agreement…and panicking over how powerless we feel.

So in case you’re also questioning the ethics of society — and because it’s more comforting to freak out together than alone — here’s what the internet is saying about the episode:

Editor’s Note: We dive into X so you don’t have to scrub your eyeballs afterward. Here’s the good stuff we found floating in the chaos.

What are your thoughts on this Black Mirror episode, or the concept in general? Tell me in the comments below! Let’s talk about it!