As we prepare for Episode 7 of The Studio, AppleTV+’s razor-sharp satire on Hollywood egos and industry absurdities, all eyes are on Matt Remick. The previous episode shifted gears from boardroom chaos to ballroom awkwardness as Matt attempted to blend his chaotic cinematic world with his girlfriend Sarah’s noble, grounded life in medicine. After an evening of high-society humiliation, projectile-zombie-diarrhea debates, and a $200,000 power play, Episode 7 is set to search deeper into the personal and professional fallout of Matt’s most emotionally charged week yet.
After the Gala: Damage Control or Emotional Collapse?
The emotional thread left dangling from Episode 6 is Matt's apology—or lack thereof. Sarah asked him to make peace after his dramatic flex at the fundraiser, but we never saw if he truly humbled himself. Episode 7 will likely open with the aftermath of that decision. Did Matt sincerely apologize, or did he give a sarcastic, producer-style half-apology? If Sarah is emotionally bruised by Matt’s outburst, we may see tension building in their relationship. Viewers should expect an introspective Matt—perhaps even a rare moment of self-doubt.
The show has flirted with vulnerability in Matt before, but Episode 7 might explore it with more depth. Will we see him confronting what it means to be respected outside of his Hollywood bubble? Or will he double down, convinced that wealth and creative expression are always superior currency?
The ‘Duhpocalypse’ Fallout: Art or Absurdity?
Professionally, the storm is far from over. Although the trailer edit for “Duhpocalypse” was approved, the compromise may come back to haunt the studio. We can expect Episode 7 to dig into public reactions to the newly released trailer. Is the media mocking it? Are audiences laughing with the film—or at it? Matt may find himself torn between defending the director’s metaphorical intentions and facing backlash from theater chains and perhaps even parent groups protesting the imagery.
Sal and Quinn, who supported the infamous “shitsplosion,” might now pressure Matt to pivot or prepare for damage control. Alternatively, Spike Jonze’s refusal to tone down the satire could become a battle of wills between artistic integrity and commercial survival. This episode could be a turning point for Matt's leadership—does he cave to critics, or go all-in with his absurd brand of Hollywood logic?
Sarah’s World, Matt’s Invasion: Can Opposites Last?
With Sarah clearly rattled by Matt’s behavior at the gala and his inability to grasp the emotional stakes of her world, Episode 7 may show her reevaluating their relationship. Will she still want to binge the “MK Ultra” saga with him after her friends mocked it—and after Matt used money as a weapon?
We might also see Matt attempt to redeem himself, perhaps by genuinely immersing himself in her world. Imagine him volunteering at her hospital—disastrously. Or trying to host a screening of MK Ultra 5 for young patients, clueless about its inappropriate content. The series thrives on these painfully funny collisions of good intentions and social tone-deafness, and Episode 7 could deliver that in spades.
The Bigger Picture: Is Matt Losing Control?
Finally, this episode might tease the idea that Matt is no longer the captain of his ship. The studio is fracturing, his personal life is teetering, and even his most ludicrous creative gambits are beginning to alienate both insiders and audiences. Could a rival within Continental Studios, maybe Quinn or even a returning character from earlier episodes, begin to eye Matt’s chair?
We’ve seen Matt Remick navigate backstabbing, ego wars, and marketing meltdowns, but Episode 7 may challenge him with something far trickier: confronting the limits of his influence. Whether that leads to growth or another massive bid just to prove a point—we’re strapped in for whatever chaos comes next.
Expect Laughter, Cringe, and Maybe… a Little Growth?
The Studio has excelled at satirizing the entertainment world while unexpectedly tugging at our empathy. Episode 7 promises more absurd hilarity, sharp commentary, and the potential for character evolution. Will Matt Remick take a step forward—or crash spectacularly in pursuit of validation?
Either way, we’ll be watching… popcorn in one hand, maybe a brown soda in the other—just not during the trailer.
Read more: The Studio Season 1, Episode 6: “The Missing Reel” — A Crisis of Control
