Vince Gilligan, the creator of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, is diving into uncharted waters with his upcoming Apple TV+ series. And he’s bringing fan-favorite Rhea Seehorn along for the ride. Although still untitled, this new project is already making waves online, especially with the cryptic Apple teaser and the phrase “Happiness is contagious.”
Here’s everything we know so far about the highly anticipated sci-fi drama. And why fans are already buzzing, especially about the involvement of Rhea Seehorn.
Vince Gilligan’s Pivot From Crime Drama to Sci-Fi
Known for gritty, grounded crime storytelling, Gilligan is taking a sharp creative turn. This time, there’s no meth, no gangsters, and no courtroom drama. Instead, Gilligan promises a thought-provoking narrative rooted in philosophical questions about the human condition, inspired by classic films like E.T.
In his own words, “The world changes very abruptly in the first episode… and the consequences that that reaps hopefully provide drama for many, many episodes.”
Set in modern-day Albuquerque, New Mexico, the show explores the emotional ripple effects of a world-shifting event. Fans expecting high-stakes tension with grounded character work won’t be disappointed, even if it’s wrapped in a sci-fi shell this time.
Rhea Seehorn Returns as a “Damaged Hero”
Reuniting with Gilligan is Emmy-nominated actress Rhea Seehorn, best known for her nuanced portrayal of Kim Wexler. Gilligan has shared that she’ll play “someone who’s trying very hard to be good… a bit of a damaged hero, but a hero nonetheless.”
Her magnetic performance in Better Call Saul cemented her as a powerhouse, and viewers are eager to see her bring new emotional depth to this mystery role.
Vince Gilligan’s New Apple TV+ Series Release Date
Apple TV+ hasn’t announced a specific release date, but the show is expected to drop sometime in late 2025. All eyes are now on July 25 at 3:00 pm ET, when Apple is slated to make a big reveal, possibly a trailer or official title.
With a cryptic marketing push and a powerhouse creative team behind it, this series is shaping up to be one of 2025’s must-watch shows.
Vince Gilligan is proving once again that he’s not afraid to take risks. By combining sci-fi mystery with emotional storytelling and pairing up again with Rhea Seehorn, expectations are sky-high. If you’re a fan of intelligent television with heart, this is one show to bookmark.
Keep your notifications on, because if “happiness is contagious,” this new series might just be infectious in the best way.