The New ‘Pluribus’ Traces 2 Equally Harrowing Journeys

With Mr. Diabaté’s Las Vegas fantasy fading in Carol’s (Rhea Seehorn) rearview mirror, Pluribus turns its attention to what life really feels like in complete isolation.

In parallel stories, Carol and the only other survivor upset by the state of things—the mysterious Manousos (Carlos-Manuel Vesga, whose presence is as formidable as Seehorn’s)—embark on separate journeys that make them realize nobody can remain an island forever. Even if they’re stubborn as hell, which…