Fair rating?Black Mirror· Season 1 · Episode 2
Fifteen Million Merits
In the near future, everyone is confined to a life of strange physical drudgery. The only way to escape is to enter the 'Hot Shot' talent show and pray you can impress the judges.
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#2In Season 1of 3 rated episodes
#11All-timeof 32 rated episodes
−0.0vs season avgSeason 1 averages 7.9
2011First airedDecember 11, 2011
Guest stars
Hannah John-Kamenas Selma Telse
Jessica Brown Findlayas Abi Khan
Kerrie Hayesas Glee
Isabella Laughlandas Swift
Jaimi Barbakoffas Anna
David Fynnas Oliver
Julia Davisas Judge Charity
Daniel Kaluuyaas Bingham "Bing" Madsen
Colin Michael Carmichaelas Kai
Rupert Everettas Judge Hope
Matt Stokoeas Guard
Ashley Thomasas Judge WraithMerce Ribotas Big Shot Registration Lady
Matthew Burgessas Botherguts Host
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