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Questions about Black Mirror: Bandersnatch

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was Black Mirror Bandersnatch released on Netflix?

Netflix released the interactive film Black Mirror Bandersnatch on the 28th of December 2018. The release followed a ninety-second trailer published on the 27th of December 2018.

How many possible paths exist in Black Mirror Bandersnatch according to production notes?

One hundred fifty minutes of unique footage divided into two hundred fifty segments yielded over one trillion possible paths for the audience to explore. Five main endings existed with variants inside each ending and some endings intercut with credits similar to other Black Mirror episodes.

Who directed the interactive film Black Mirror Bandersnatch?

David Slade served as the director of the interactive film Black Mirror Bandersnatch. He noted that a few golden egg endings were difficult to achieve while producer Russell McLean stated there were between ten and twelve endings.

Where did filming for Black Mirror Bandersnatch take place during April 2018?

Exterior filming occurred at St George's Walk shopping centre in Croydon, London, during April 2018. Production took eight months requiring assets locked in by the end of November 2018.

What legal dispute involved Netflix regarding Black Mirror Bandersnatch?

Chooseco filed a lawsuit against Netflix for trademark infringement regarding use of the phrase choose your own adventure seeking unspecified damages. Netflix and Chooseco reached a settlement in November 2020 though terms remained undisclosed.

When was Black Mirror Bandersnatch removed from Netflix streaming services?

Netflix pulled Black Mirror Bandersnatch from service in May 2025 ahead of major interface updates. The decision reflected broader industry trends where interactive storytelling found new homes within dedicated gaming ecosystems instead of streaming services.