The first look atBlack Mirrorseason 7 reveals the return of a character from “USS Callister.” Released in 2017 in season 4 of Netflix’s anthology series, “USS Callister” follows a reclusive programmer Robert Daly (Jesse Plemons) who creates aStar Trek-like simulation using his coworkers' DNA to generate sentient digital clones, whom he controls and mistreats until new hire Nanette Cole (Cristin Milioti) inspires a rebellion. Last year, it was revealed that the upcomingBlack Mirrorseason 7will include a sequel episode to “USS Callister” with numerous characters returning.
Now, in a new 2025 sizzle reel shared byNetflix,the first look at Cristin Milioti’s returning character, Nanette Cole, inBlack Mirrorseason 7’s sequel episode to “USS Callister” was revealed. She is seen sitting in the control room of the USSCallisterwearing armor with the spaceship’s insignia on the breastplate. Watch the video below, with the relevant portion at the 1:39 minute mark:
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USS Callister Characters Are Returning
In March 2024, it was announced thatBlack Mirrorseason 7 would include a"USS Callister" sequel episode, though it wasn’t until a few months later thatreturning actors were cast. This includes not only Cristin Milioti, but also Jimmi Simpson, Billy Magnussen, Milanka Brooks, Osy Ikhile, and Paul G. Raymond. Though not explicitly confirmed, they will likely be reprising their roles as Callister CEO James Walton, the arch enemy Valdack, and crew members Elena Tulaska, Nate Packer, and Kabir Dudani, respectively.
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It makes sense that the first look atBlack Mirrorseason 7’s sequel episode to “USS Callister” is of Cristin Milioti’s character, Nanette Cole. Now that their abusive captain Robert Daly (Jesse Plemons) is dead, season 7’s sequel episode will continue to follow the remaining crew of the USS Callister withNanette taking over as their captainand the main character. Though the crew has been liberated and Nanette is now leading them, their problems are likely just beginning.
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Cristin Milioti Is Now A Much Bigger Star
It’s appropriate that the first look at the “USS Callister” sequel episode is of Nanette since she’s now the ship’s captain, though it also makes sense to showcase Cristin Milioti sinceshe is a much bigger star nowthan she was in 2017. In 2024, she playedSofia Falcone inThe Penguinand earned a Golden Globe nomination for her performance. With Cristin Milioti’s character taking over as captain of the USSCallister,Black Mirrorseason 7’s sequel episode promises an exciting new chapter in the show’s twisted universe exploring how, even in digital freedom, new dangers may lurk.
