Rhea Seehorn's New Role: A Grumpy Hero in a Happy World

Rhea Seehorn is stepping into a new character that's quite different from her previous roles. In the sci-fi series Pluribus, she plays Carol, a novelist who's not your typical hero.

A World of Happiness and Resistance

The show, which started on Apple TV, is about a world where most people are happy because of a virus. But there are 12 people, including Carol, who are immune and still have their own thoughts.

Carol is not happy about being the only English-speaking person who doesn't want things to go back to normal. She's grumpy and doesn't want to be the leader.

"Carol is the opposite of her character Kim Wexler from Better Call Saul. Carol is emotional and impulsive, and she used to deal with things by finding faults in everything, including herself."

A Reluctant Hero

When the virus hits, Carol just wants to be left alone. But others keep trying to fix her, so she feels like she has to fight to keep humanity's individuality.

"Carol is a reluctant hero who didn't expect to be the one leading the charge. She thought someone else would take the lead, but here she is, having to step up."

Dark Humor and Moral Dilemmas

The show is full of dark humor and explores big questions about happiness and success. Seehorn likes that it doesn't give easy answers to these moral dilemmmas.

"She's excited to talk to people about the show and the questions it raises."

A Collaboration with Vince Gilligan

The series was created by Vince Gilligan, who Seehorn worked with on Better Call Saul. They had fun debates and collaborations while making the show.

A Unique Experience

Pluribus has already been picked up for a second season. It stars Karolina Wydra, Carlos-Manuel Vesga, Miriam Shor, and Samba Schutte.

"Playing Carol has been a unique experience, and she's excited for people to see the show and discuss its themes."