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End of World? Easy. ‘Pluribus’ Bloopers Break Rhea Seehorn
Rhea Seehorn and the ‘Pluribus’ Cast Share Laughs in Hilarious Blooper Reel After 18 Emmy Nominations
Quick Summary: Apple TV+ released a funny behind-the-scenes video from Pluribus after the show earned 18 Emmy nominations. The blooper reel shows the cast cracking up, struggling with props, and having a great time—even though the show itself is pretty serious.
What Is Pluribus Anyway?
Imagine a world where a happiness virus spreads across the globe. Sounds nice, right? Well, in Pluribus, it’s actually a big problem. The show follows Carol Sturka (played by Rhea Seehorn), a grumpy fantasy author who doesn’t get infected. She’s one of the few people left who still feels… well, normal. The show is dark and moody, but the actors? They’re having a blast.
The Blooper Reel: 90 Seconds of Pure Fun
Apple TV+ dropped a 90-second blooper reel from Season 1, and it’s a total mood lifter. Here are the best moments:
Rhea Seehorn’s Greatest Hits
- Handcuff trouble: She tries to unlock her handcuffs and yells, “Son of a bitch — sorry!” while laughing.
- Foam face: She gets foam on her nose and upper lip and sweetly asks, “Is it on my face?”
- Gatorade fail: She wrestles with a Gatorade bottle… and loses. “Nope,” she says, totally defeated.
The Rest of the Cast Joins In
| Actor | Character | Blooper Moment |
|---|---|---|
| Karolina Wydra | Zosia | Doing silly vocal warm-ups |
| Carlos-Manuel Vesga | Manousos | Trips and falls after escaping a “spiny chunga palm” |
| Miriam Shor | Helen | Pretends to have a super fancy accent |
| Samba Schutte | Diabaté | His plate of food vanishes mysteriously |
Emmy Nominations: A Huge Year for Pluribus
The show racked up 18 nominations — that’s a lot. Here’s the breakdown:
Acting Nominations
- Rhea Seehorn – Lead Actress (her first lead nomination!)
- Karolina Wydra – Supporting Actress
- Carlos-Manuel Vesga – Supporting Actor
- Miriam Shor – Guest Actress
- Jeff Hiller – Guest Actor
Fun Fact: Rhea won a Golden Globe and Critics Choice Award for this role. She was previously nominated for Better Call Saul (supporting) and Cooper’s Bar (short-form).
Behind-the-Camera Nods for Vince Gilligan
The showrunner (that’s the boss of the show) Vince Gilligan got three nominations:
- Producer
- Director
- Writer
Technical Categories (Below-the-Line)
Pluribus also scored in these craft categories:
- Casting
- Cinematography
- Main Title Theme Music
- Music Composition
- Music Supervision
- Picture Editing (three separate nominations!)
- Production Design
- Sound Mixing
What Happens Next?
Emmy Voting Schedule
- Voting opens: August 17
- Voting closes: August 26
- Winners announced: At the Emmy Awards ceremony (date TBA)
Important Points to Remember
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Pluribus is a dark, serious show — but the blooper reel proves the set was full of laughter.
- Rhea Seehorn is having a career-defining year with her first lead Emmy nom + major wins.
- Vince Gilligan (Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul) is nominated three times for one show.
- The show earned 18 total nominations — a massive haul for a freshman season.
- Voting happens August 17–26 — so winners will be decided soon!
Summary
Apple TV+’s Pluribus might be a grim tale about a happiness virus gone wrong, but the blooper reel tells a totally different story — one of handcuff struggles, foam mustaches, missing food, and uncontrollable laughter. With 18 Emmy nominations (including acting nods for five cast members and three for Vince Gilligan), the show is a major awards contender. Voting runs August 17–26, so keep an eye out for the winners!
FAQ: Your Questions Answered
1. What is Pluribus about?
It’s a sci-fi drama where a virus makes everyone happy — but that’s actually terrible. Rhea Seehorn plays Carol, a grumpy writer who’s immune and tries to survive in a world of forced joy.
2. Who is Vince Gilligan?
He’s the creator of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. He’s the showrunner (head writer/producer) of Pluribus and got three Emmy nods for it.
3. Is this Rhea Seehorn’s first Emmy nomination?
No — she was nominated twice before for Better Call Saul (supporting) and Cooper’s Bar (short-form). But this is her first LEAD actress nomination.
4. When do we find out who wins?
Emmy voting is August 17–26. The ceremony date hasn’t been announced yet, but winners will be revealed there.
5. Where can I watch the blooper reel?
It was released by Apple TV+ — check their official social media or the Pluribus show page. The full article (with the video) is on Gold Derby.
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