Netflix has greenlit production on the eighth season of “Black Mirror,” the streaming platform confirmed this week. Filming commenced during the summer months, though the network has not yet announced when viewers can expect the new episodes. Series creator Charlie Brooker previously stated his commitment to delivering fresh content, emphasizing that the upcoming installment would capture the essence of what has made the dystopian anthology successful.
The production news accompanies several other renewal announcements from Netflix. The streamer has ordered additional seasons for the crime drama “Legends,” which follows undercover customs officers navigating challenges in 1990s Britain, and the documentary series “Being Gordon Ramsay,” featuring the celebrity chef managing his restaurant empire alongside his expanding family.
Brooker continues as writer and executive producer for the new season, collaborating with Bisha K. Ali and a team of production professionals. “Being Gordon Ramsay” will premiere next year, with production already underway. Meanwhile, “Legends” will begin filming in 2025 for a six-episode second season that promises to delve deeper into the team’s operations during an increasingly dangerous period.
These renewals represent part of Netflix’s broader strategy to expand its content library with established fan favorites, signaling the platform’s confidence in these series’ continued audience appeal.
Originally reported by Variety →
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