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has built a fanbase just as swiftly as the Joining formed a hivemind. Over the past eight weeks, fans have come together each Friday to discuss the latest chapter in Carol Sturka’s quest to navigate happiness and save the world. Last week, Carol and her hivemind “chaperone” Zosia became , and we gained more insight into the origin of the hivemind virus.

Now, only one episode remains in Pluribus Season 1, arriving as an early Christmas gift, much earlier than its originally expected release. Here’s all you need to know about the major finale, from its availability time to what to anticipate for the future.

What Is The Pluribus Season 1 Episode 9 Release Date?

Up to now, Pluribus has dropped new episodes on Fridays, but with the holiday approaching, the schedule is shifting. Instead of releasing the finale on the regularly planned December 26, it will debut on Wednesday, December 24. However, if you’re in the know, you might catch this episode before the holiday itself.

Manousos will finally meet Carol in the Season 1 finale of Pluribus. | Apple TV

What Is The Pluribus Season 1 Episode 9 Release Time?

Though December 24 is the advertised release date, Apple TV typically makes new shows available six hours early. That means the Pluribus finale will actually be streamable on December 23 at 6:00 p.m. PT/9:00 p.m. ET. It’s the perfect way to kick off a holiday full of family and friends — a world where everyone (well, everyone except Carol and now Manousos) gets along seamlessly.

Is There A Trailer For Pluribus Season 1 Episode 9?

Well, sort of. The new release date of Pluribus Episode 9 was announced via an unusual video showing Carol (in her yellow leather jacket from the pilot) answering the door to a group of carolers performing an a cappella, festive version of the Pluribus theme song. Carol does not look amused — but a Christmas tree is visible in her Albuquerque home, so she’s not a total Scrooge. Check out the full video below:

What Is The Plot Of Pluribus Season 1 Episode 9?

When we last left Carol and Zosia, the pair had reached a new level of closeness, with Carol having a sleepover with the hivemind and learning more about Zosia as an individual before the Joining. However, everything took a sudden turn when Zosia informed Carol that a visitor was coming — Manousos, the man from Paraguay who traveled to find Carol after receiving her video message.

But what happens when Manousos offers to help Carol on her mission, especially since Carol seems to have finally embraced this “whole world living in harmony” concept? Only the final episode will reveal the answers.

Will There Be A Pluribus Season 2?

Yes! Pluribus was renewed for a second season before the pilot even premiered, so fans can rest assured that no matter what happens to Carol in this episode, it’s just the first chapter in her fight to save the world.

Pluribus Season 1 Episode 9 premieres December 23, 2025, on Apple TV.