# Black Mirror (2011–present) — Celluloid TV fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/shows/black-mirror/
Last reviewed: 2026-07-25

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 83% |
| Critic Score | 87% |
| Audience Score | 85% |
| Metascore | 79/100 |
| IMDb | 8.3/10 |
| Fan Score | 83% |
| Creator | Charlie Brooker |
| Platform | Netflix |
| Genres | Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Mystery |
| Seasons | 7 (33 episodes) |
| Language | English |
| Country | United Kingdom |

## Quick answer

Black Mirror (2011–present) is a Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Mystery series created by Charlie Brooker, streaming on Netflix. It holds a 83% Celluloid Score — Recommended — averaged from critic reviews (87%), audience ratings (85%), Metascore (79/100), IMDb (8.3/10), and fan ratings (83%) across 7 seasons.

## Critics consensus

Charlie Brooker’s tech-dystopia anthology remains the defining “what if phones win” series — standalone nightmares with lasting cultural bite.

## Synopsis

Twisted tales run wild in this mind-bending anthology series that reveals humanity's worst traits, greatest innovations and more.

## Critic reviews on Celluloid: 1

## Most searched questions

**Is Black Mirror worth watching?**
Yes — Black Mirror earns a 83% Celluloid Score (Recommended), averaged from critic 87%, audience 85%, Metascore 79/100, IMDb 8.3/10, and fan 83%. Charlie Brooker’s tech-dystopia anthology remains the defining “what if phones win” series — standalone nightmares with lasting cultural bite.

**Why is Black Mirror so highly rated?**
Black Mirror scores 83% because all five independent sources agree: critics 87%, audiences 85%, Metacritic 79/100, IMDb 8.3/10 and fan ratings 83%. Charlie Brooker’s tech-dystopia anthology remains the defining “what if phones win” series — standalone nightmares with lasting cultural bite. See the full breakdown on the Black Mirror series page.

**Is Black Mirror on Prime Video?**
No — Black Mirror is not on Prime Video. It streams on Netflix, and on Celluloid it is catalogued under Netflix. Streaming rights rotate by country, so confirm in your region before subscribing.

**Is Black Mirror on Netflix?**
Yes — Black Mirror is available on Netflix in many regions (catalogued under Netflix on Celluloid). Rights differ by country; confirm in the Netflix app or the where-to-watch notes.

**What year did Black Mirror come out?**
Black Mirror first aired in 2011 and ran through 2025 (2011–present). Created by Charlie Brooker; it streams on Netflix today.

**How many seasons of Black Mirror are there?**
Black Mirror has 7 seasons across 33 episodes (2011–present). Status: ongoing / still airing.

**How long does it take to watch Black Mirror?**
At roughly 40–50 minutes per episode, Black Mirror’s 33 episodes take roughly 25 hours of runtime (plus credits). Binge pace depends on season breaks.

**Where can I watch Black Mirror?**
Black Mirror streams on Netflix in supported regions. On Celluloid it is catalogued under Netflix. Rights rotate — confirm in your country on the platform app.

**Who is in the cast of Black Mirror?**
Black Mirror was created by Charlie Brooker. Full cast credits are on the Celluloid series page.

**How many episodes are in Black Mirror?**
Black Mirror has 33 episodes across 7 seasons (2011–present).

**What is Black Mirror about?**
Twisted tales run wild in this mind-bending anthology series that reveals humanity's worst traits, greatest innovations and more.

**Who created Black Mirror?**
Black Mirror was created by Charlie Brooker. It is a sci-fi & fantasy, drama, mystery series from United Kingdom, primarily in English.

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