10 Best Easter Eggs in ‘Black Mirror’ You Might’ve Missed

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Black Mirror can be described as the contemporary equivalent of The Twilight Zone. This British anthology series presents stories set in futuristic societies that seem eerily close to our own reality. The chilling episodes of Black Mirror offer a cautionary tale about technology, hinting at its potential dangers and even revealing something unsettling about human nature. Initially created by Charlie Brooker, the show eventually found success on Netflix, gaining widespread popularity.

Netflix has produced new episodes and just released the latest season, which could encourage you to revisit the earlier seasons before delving into these six fresh installments. Alternatively, much like myself, you might be motivated to rewatch the older episodes after viewing season 7. In any case, if you choose to restart the series, you may spot Easter eggs scattered across the first six seasons of Black Mirror, suggesting that the show and its characters exist within a shared fictional universe.

Here are 10 fun Easter eggs to look out for during your rewatch of Black Mirror.

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Fences Pizza

Multiple Episodes

In a somewhat unusual and arguably unsuitable name for a pizzeria, Fences Pizza makes an appearance in the Netflix series Black Mirror on more than one occasion. Interestingly, it plays a crucial role in the storyline of “USS Callister,” episode from season 4, serving as a key distraction for the main adversary, thereby providing assistance to our protagonists.

In the episode titled “Crocodile,” Fences Pizza reemerges, this time presented as an independent pizza delivery vehicle.

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The Waldo Sticker

“Shut Up and Dance” (Season 3, Episode 3)

In the world of “Black Mirror,” Waldo stands out as a memorable figure. He’s a mischievous, animated blue bear, making his debut in the second season episode titled “The Waldo Moment.” This character, presented satirically, gains popularity from a TV personality to a potential political contender. Remind you of someone, America? Scattered throughout “Black Mirror” are various nods to this character.

In the third season episode “Shut Up and Dance,” there is a Waldo sticker visible on the protagonist’s laptop in the background. This shows how entertainment and technology can effortlessly be manipulated for political purposes, highlighting the threats associated with unchecked power. Since its debut in 2013, Waldo has emerged as an unsettling mirror of America’s own political landscape.

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“Anyone Who Knows What Love Is (Will Understand)”

Multiple Episodes

For every episode of Black Mirror, there’s a signature tune, and that special melody is the 1964 classic, “Anyone Who Knows What Love Is (Will Understand)” by Irma Thomas.

The song initially surfaces in the first season’s episode titled “Fifteen Million Merits,” where Abi Khan (Jessica Brown Findlay) sings it during an audition for a group of judges. This tune is subsequently featured or played in various other episodes like “White Christmas,” “Men Against Fire,” and “Crocodile.

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News Channel UKN

Multiple Episodes

Characters residing within the universe of Black Mirror continue to utilize traditional television broadcasts for obtaining news updates. UK Network News Limited, often abbreviated as UKN, serves as a fictitious television news broadcaster based in the United Kingdom.

The subject made its debut in the initial episode of the series, playing a significant role in the plot. Since then, it has popped up frequently on various screens, displaying captivating headlines, across numerous episodes like “The Waldo Moment,” “White Christmas,” and “Hated in the Nation.” Keep an eye out, as you might spot an Easter egg hidden within this very Easter egg.

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News Update on Victoria Skillane

“White Christmas” (Season 2, Episode 4)

In the second season of Black Mirror, Lenora Crichlow’s character, Victoria Skillane, is portrayed as one of the series’ most reprehensible and infamous figures. In the episode “White Bear”, she endures a harrowing ordeal as she is pursued by relentless tormentors, while her plight is observed and recorded by onlookers. The chilling climax unveils that Skillane is being subjected to inhumane punishment for capturing the murder of a child on camera. At the end of each day, her memory is erased, compelling her to reexperience the same ghastly ordeal every subsequent day.

Following the events of “White Christmas”, we learn more about Skillane’s predicament from UKN. Intriguingly, an update from UKN has a news headline scrolling at the bottom that says: “Ria Skillane’s Appeal Bid Turned Down.” This appears to indicate that Skillane remains trapped within White Bear Justice Park, enduring daily torment. It’s quite unfortunate.

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15M Merits Comic Book

“Black Museum” (Season 4, Episode 6)

As a dedicated fan of Black Mirror, I must say that the fourth season’s episode titled “Black Museum” is nothing short of a dream come true for Easter egg enthusiasts like myself. It serves as a veritable smorgasbord of references nestled within the series, one of which even connects back to the second episode and undeniably one of the best – “15 Million Merits.” This episode introduces us to a character named Bing (Daniel Kaluuya), who lives in a world where screens dominate every corner, and society operates on a currency system known as ‘merits.’ People here pedal exercise bikes endlessly to accumulate these merits.

In the story “Black Museum,” a character is seen with a comic book titled “15M Merits.

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San Junipero Postcard

“Metalhead” (Season 4, Episode 5)

In natural and easy to read language: The third season episode titled “San Junipero” is often considered one of the best and most emotional episodes of Black Mirror, possibly due to the common misconception that its conclusion offers a joyful resolution.

Throughout the series, numerous Easter eggs hint at this specific episode, even in the most recent season. However, one of its most clever allusions occurs in the fourth season’s “Metalhead” episode. In this scene, there’s a stack of mail on a countertop with a black-and-white checkered pattern. Hidden within it is a postcard inviting to the digital paradise known as San Junipero.

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Fictional TV References

“Joan Is Awful” (Season 6, Episode 1)

In the Black Mirror universe, there are many fictional TV shows, one of which is the science fiction series titled “Sea of Tranquility,” often referenced across episodes. For instance, in the episode “Joan Is Awful,” the main characters peruse a virtual streaming platform known as Streamberry, and at one point, “Sea of Tranquility” appears on their screen. Imagine if they had chosen to watch it, providing us with a glimpse into this series’ plot. Additionally, another sci-fi show named “Space Fleet” is also featured on the same platform in the episode “USS Callister.” These shows share connections within the Black Mirror universe.

To your right, you’ll find a film titled “Average People.” Could it be a hint towards the potential title of Season 7 Episode 7, “Common People”?

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Status Update from England’s Former Prime Minister

“Nosedive” (Season 3, Episode 1)

The British anthology series “Black Mirror” started with one of its most shocking episodes yet: “The National Anthem.” In this episode, an unidentified terrorist abducts a highly respected member of the Royal Family. To secure her release, the Prime Minister, Michael Callow (played by Rory Kinnear), is forced to broadcast his intimate act with a pig online for all to see. And as everyone watched in disbelief, he indeed went through with it.

From the very start of this captivating series, I’ve been hooked, especially because of the intriguing details hidden like Easter eggs that reveal Michael Callow’s life post-that unfortunate event. For instance, we’ve learned he’s divorced and even won a season on Celebrity Bake Off! Yet, the most delightful revelation comes in the third season’s episode, “Nosedive.” Attentive viewers spotted a witty reference to Michael’s initial ordeal in a character’s newsfeed update: “Just got kicked out of the zoo again :(” It’s little details like these that make me appreciate this show even more.

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An Exhibition Dedicated to the Artist from “National Anthem”

“Black Museum” (Season 4, Episode 6)

In the show “National Anthem”, it’s disclosed that the terrorist is none other than Carlton Bloom, an acclaimed artist known for his Turner Prize win. His intention was to convey a powerful message politically. The episode concludes tragically as Bloom takes his life by hanging himself at its end.

Skip ahead to season 4, one of the characters is strolling through the Black Museum. In the background, there’s a somber display dedicated to Carlton Bloom.

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2025-05-05 00:06