Alright, settle in, because we need to talk! Specifically, we need to talk about something that sends shivers of excitement down my spine… well, maybe a slight tingle, but still! It's about the supposed, mythical, maybe-it's-just-a-beautiful-dream Orange Is The New Black Season 8, especially for us folks in the UK!
Now, I know, I know. We've all been burned before. We've waited with bated breath for that next series, only to be met with… well, silence. But hear me out, because hope springs eternal, especially when it comes to our favourite inmates at Litchfield!
The Great OITNB Season 8 Conspiracy (UK Edition!)
Let's be honest, the rumours surrounding a potential Season 8 have been swirling longer than Piper Chapman's confusion about her life choices. One minute, whispers of a reunion special. The next, a full-blown revival with new characters and storylines! It's enough to make your head spin faster than Daya's moral compass.
Think about it: the series was a HUGE hit, especially here in the UK. We binged it harder than Red devouring smuggled snacks! So, wouldn't it make sense for Netflix to capitalise on that enduring love? I think yes.
Evidence (Maybe? Probably Not, But Let's Dream!)
Okay, so maybe I'm stretching the definition of "evidence" here. But consider this: the actors are all still, you know, acting! They're not exactly retired and living on a remote island counting their OITNB royalties (although, good for them if they are!). This means they're potentially available!
Also, the show left so many loose ends! What happened to Taystee? Is Nicky running a successful bakery empire? Did Suzanne ever find her space alien boyfriend? These are the questions that keep me up at night! Seriously, I need answers.
And finally, remember that cryptic tweet from Netflix a few years back? Something about "never say never"? Yeah, me neither. But I'm choosing to believe it happened and that it was about OITNB. Denial is a river in Egypt, right?
Why We Need OITNB Season 8 (Especially in the UK!)
Firstly, the show was hilarious! It tackled serious issues with a brilliant mix of humour and heart. It made us laugh, cry, and question everything we thought we knew about the prison system. And let’s face it, British humour and OITNB’s dark wit are a match made in telly heaven!
Secondly, the characters were so relatable! Okay, maybe not the committing crimes part, but their struggles with relationships, identity, and just trying to survive were things we could all connect with. Whether you’re a posh Piper Chapman, a tough Red Reznikov, or a quirky Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren, there was someone for everyone to root for.
Plus, think of the potential storylines! Imagine Piper navigating the complexities of British life after her release! Picture Red opening a Russian deli in Brighton! The possibilities are endless, and frankly, quite exciting.
"I'm not saying it WILL happen... but I'm not *not* saying it will happen." - Me, trying to manifest OITNB Season 8 into existence.
So, what can we do? Well, we can keep talking about it! We can tweet Netflix relentlessly! We can start a petition! Okay, maybe not the petition. But let's keep the dream alive!
Because even if Orange Is The New Black Season 8 never materializes, the hope, the dream, the tiny flicker of possibility... that's something worth holding onto. And who knows? Maybe one day, we'll all be back at Litchfield, ready for another wild ride. Just maybe, please?