Pluribus Finale Brought Forward to Sidestep Festive TV Rush

The closing episode of Pluribus, which has recently claimed the title of Apple TV’s most-watched programme, is set to arrive sooner than previously planned. While viewers have grown accustomed to new instalments landing each Friday, the final chapter of the debut series will now be released on a Wednesday—24 December—just ahead of the Christmas festivities.

Strategic Scheduling Amidst Holiday Competition

This isn’t the first time the show’s release schedule has been adjusted. In late November, the team behind Pluribus opted to shift an episode to avoid coinciding with Thanksgiving and the shopping frenzy of Black Friday. Now, by moving the finale from 26 December to Christmas Eve, the series manages to steer clear of the busiest stretch of the holiday season.

There’s another reason for the change. The much-talked-about fifth series of Stranger Things is set to drop its second part on 25 December, likely drawing considerable attention from audiences everywhere. By bringing its own finale forward, Pluribus sidesteps a direct clash with one of the year’s most anticipated television events.

Maximising Attention for a Standout Series

With so many viewers expected to be caught up in the latest happenings in Hawkins, it’s a rather shrewd move from Apple TV to ensure their flagship drama isn’t overshadowed.

After all, it would be unfair to let the ending of one of the best shows of 2025 fly under the radar while all eyes are on Hawkins.

By making this adjustment, the platform gives its audience a proper chance to savour the conclusion of a series that has captured so much attention this year, without the distraction of competing blockbusters. The decision reflects a growing trend among streaming services to carefully time their biggest releases, especially as the festive period becomes ever more crowded with high-profile premieres.