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Pluribus is the latest science fiction show that got the attention of the audience for all the right reasons. The show, in one of its recent episodes, delivered an unexpected moment that even its lead actor was taken aback by.
Rhea Seehorn, who brings the character Carol Sturka to life in the series, found herself genuinely surprised by a cameo appearance from one of her former colleagues. The actress recently opened up about the moment when Patrick Fabian's voice unexpectedly appeared in the show.
The performer recently opened up about the moment when Patrick Fabian's voice unexpectedly appeared in the show, creating a connection between Pulribus and the world-renowned Better Call Saul. What made this cameo particularly unique was that Rhea Seehorn had no advance knowledge of the casting choice.
The production unit deliberately kept the information from their actor, hoping to capture a genuine reaction during filming. This carefully orchestrated surprise adds an extra layer of intrigue to the already complex narrative unfolding in the show.
What happened during the surprise cameo in Pluribus?
Episode 5 of Pluribus, titled 'Got Milk,' featured a crucial moment for Carol Sturka. After drugging Zosia and accidentally causing her death, the hive mind-controlled Others left Carol out. She spent the remainder of the episode in solitude and left only with a recorded message from the others promising prolonged support from a distance.
When the recording began, Rhea Seehorn immediately recognized the voice. The voice was of Patrik Fabian. He was her co-star from Better Call Saul, where he played lawyer Howard Hamlin. She spoke with TV Guide and recalled her reaction to the unpredictable casting choice, commenting as follows:
"They surprised me. I did not know about this."
Why did the production team keep it secret in Pluribus?
The decision to conceal Fabian's involvement from Rhea Seehorn was entirely intentional. What motivated the producers to keep the fact hidden from the actress? According to Seehorn, the production unit hoped their secrecy would result in an amusing blooper. She revealed:
"They were hoping to get some kind of blooper take from me."
However, their plan did not unfold exactly as expected. The actress was determined to deliver a compelling performance during what she knew would be a lengthy, continuous take. Seehorn explained:
"But I was so terrified to mess up a take. Not terrified, but I just didn't want to — because I knew it was a long take, too, the first time she hears it."
Did Rhea Seehorn break character in Pluribus during the surprise?
Despite her surprise, the actress managed to maintain her composure during the filming of Pluribus. Rhea Seehorn successfully concealed most of her shock, although she suspected that subtle signs might have slipped through on screen. She acknowledged that careful observation might reveal her momentary recognition. She shared:
"I don't know which take they actually use, but I think if you got one of those psychologists or psychiatrists that study micro facial muscle changes, I'm pretty sure you could see me go, What? Patrick? But then I tried to cover and play the scene."
Once the director cut was announced, her professional restraint dissolved. She immediately burst into laughter and rushed to confirm the voice she heard:
"They called cut, and I started laughing and ran out and said, 'That's Patrick! You got Patrick!' And they said they'd been sitting on it for a long time, just to screw with me."
Was Patrick Fabian the right choice in Pluribus?
Beyond the element of surprise, did the casting actually serve the story? Rhea Seehorn firmly believes it did. She praised Fabian's different vocal qualities, noting how his voice suited the sequence well.
According to her, he possesses one of the finest voices in the industry, making him the ideal choice to deliver the message from the Others during such a bittersweet moment. Seehorn stated:
"Let's face it, even if it wasn't an Easter egg from Better Call Saul, Patrick Fabian does have one of the all-time great voices that I would imagine that the Others would have voted as one of the most soothing voices to be on the outgoing message. So I understand the decision."
Seehorn explained further that Fabian's casting in Pluribus made artistic sense regardless of any connection to their former collaboration. The Pluribus cameo displays how thoughtful casting choices can enhance storytelling while delighting both audiences and actors alike.
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