‘Pluribus’ Release Schedule: When to Watch Episode 8

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The eighth and penultimate episode of Pluribus, titled Charm Offensive, premieres tonight.

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Pluribus is the most-watched TV show ever on Apple TV. That’s quite the accomplishment, considering how big its other sci-fi title, Severance, has become. Then again, this is a Vince Gilligan joint. The creator of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul has brought his signature storytelling style to Apple, and the result is excellent. 

There’s no Heisenberg or blue meth here, but the show does take place (mostly) in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Rhea Seehorn leads the sci-fi drama, which earned a spot on our list of the best sci-fi shows on Apple TV, as Carol, a grumpy romance novelist who finds herself at the center of a bizarre pandemic that turned most of the world’s population into insufferably happy people. She’s one of a handful of survivors and takes it upon herself to figure out what is going on and how it can be stopped. 

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Karolina Wydra, Carlos-Manuel Vesga, Miriam Shor, Peter Bergman and Samba Schutte also star.

Read on to find out more information about how to watch Pluribus and how using a VPN can help.

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Pluribus release schedule: When to watch new episodes

The eighth and penultimate episode of Pluribus, titled Charm Offensive, drops on Friday on Apple TV. According to Apple, Pluribus’s release schedule finds new episodes premiering every Friday. However, the service typically releases these episodes on Thursdays at 6 p.m. PT (9 p.m. ET), so technically you can watch each new episode on Thursday nights, until the finale, which is scheduled to drop on the evening of Dec. 25. Merry Christmas.

Here is the complete episodic release schedule from Apple:

• Episode 1: We Is Us premiered Nov. 7
• Episode 2: Pirate Lady premiered Nov. 7
• Episode 3: Grenade premiered Nov. 14
• Episode 4: Please, Carol premiered Nov. 21
• Episode 5: Got Milk premiered Nov. 26
• Episode 6: HDP premiered Dec. 5
• Episode 7: The Gap premiered Dec. 12
• Episode 8: Charm Offensive premieres Friday
• Episode 9 premieres Dec. 26

How many episodes of Pluribus are there?

There are nine episodes in season one of Pluribus on Apple TV.

How to watch Pluribus on Apple TV

You can watch Pluribus with an Apple TV subscription. If you prefer a different route to access the show, you can get Apple TV as an add-on to a Prime Video membership. You can also consider the Apple TV and Peacock bundle if you’re interested in saving money.

If you want to watch Pluribus, you need a streaming subscription to Apple TV, which costs $13 a month. If you are a new subscriber, you can get a seven-day free trial. For those who purchase a new Apple device, three months of Apple TV are free as long as you redeem the offer within 90 days.

How to watch Pluribus from anywhere with a VPN

If you travel abroad and want to keep up with your favorite shows while away from home, using a VPN can enhance your privacy and security when streaming. It encrypts your traffic and prevents your internet service provider from throttling your speeds. It can also be helpful when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks while you travel by adding an extra layer of protection for your devices and logins.

VPNs are legal in many countries, including the US and Canada, and can be used for legitimate purposes such as improving online privacy and security. However, some streaming services may have policies restricting VPN use to access region-specific content. If you’re considering a VPN for streaming, check the platform’s terms of service to ensure compliance.

If you choose to use a VPN, follow the installation instructions from the provider to make sure that you’re connected securely and in compliance with applicable laws and service agreements. Some streaming platforms may block access when a VPN is detected, so verifying if your streaming subscription allows VPN use is crucial.

ExpressVPN is our pick for the most secure and reliable VPN service. It is fast, works across multiple devices, and offers stable streams. ExpressVPN is normally $13 a month, but you can save money with an annual plan. There is also a 30-day money-back guarantee. Read our review of ExpressVPN.

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