Rhea Seehorn's Unseen Script Leap for Pluribus

Rhea Seehorn, known for her role in Better Call Saul, recently shared how she landed the lead in Apple TV+'s new series "Pluribus." She admitted she joined the project without reading the script first. Her trust in the show's creator, Vince Gilligan, was the driving force behind her decision.

A Leap of Faith

Gilligan, a renowned TV writer, had a special role in mind for Seehorn. He approached her with the idea but wasn't ready to share the script. Despite the lack of details, Seehorn agreed immediately. She values Gilligan's work and their professional history, which spans over ten years.

The Role of a Lifetime

In "Pluribus," Seehorn plays Carol Sturka, a romance writer who is immune to a virus turning people into unnaturally happy individuals. The series follows her journey as she tries to save the world from this alien virus, despite her personal struggles.

A Flawed but Determined Hero

Gilligan described Carol as a flawed but determined hero. He praised Seehorn's ability to bring depth to such a complex character. Seehorn, on the other hand, was overwhelmed by the opportunity to work with Gilligan again. She found it hard to believe they had been collaborating for a decade, but the math didn't lie.

A Decade of Trust

Reflecting on their long-standing partnership, Seehorn expressed gratitude for Gilligan's trust in her. She is still processing the fact that one of the best writers of their generation created a role specifically for her. This collaboration marks another milestone in their successful working relationship.