Black Mirror: A Dystopian Reflection of Modernity Black Mirror, a British anthology series created by Charlie Brooker and executive producer Annabel Jones, explores near-future dystopias through speculative fiction. Drawing inspiration from The Twilight Zone, the series uses science fiction technology and media to critique contemporary societal issues. Across six series, a special, and an interactive film, Bandersnatch (2018), 27 episodes delve into diverse technological and social themes. Initially airing on Channel 4, the first two series (2011, 2013) and a 2014 special, "White Christmas," established the show's critical acclaim. Netflix acquired the series, releasing four further series between 2016 and 2023, with a seventh slated for 2025. Accompanying the main series are two webisode series and a companion book, Inside Black Mirror (2018). The show's soundtracks have also been released as albums. Black Mirror's impact is undeniable. It's widely regarded as one of the 2010s' best television series, though some critics note a perceived decline in quality or predictability in its moral themes. The series garnered three consecutive Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Television Movie ("San Junipero," "USS Callister," and Bandersnatch). Moreover, Black Mirror, alongside American Horror Story and Inside No. 9, is credited with revitalizing the anthology format, with several episodes cited as remarkably prescient in their depiction of technological advancements and societal anxieties.