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His Dark Materials

«The truth lies beyond the world we know.»

Year
2019
Age rating
TV-14
Seasons
3 seasons · 23 episodes
Countries
United Kingdom, United States of America
Production
  • Paramount Pictures
  • New Line Cinema
  • Katja Motion Picture Corp.
  • BBC Studios Distribution
Director
Jack Thorne
Starring
Dafne Keen, Amir Wilson, Ruth Wilson, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Simone Kirby, Will Keen

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About the series

Lyra lives in Oxford, where a series of mysterious disappearances leads her to uncover a secret involving a mysterious substance known as Dust and experiments that connect different worlds. When her closest friend vanishes, she sets out to find him and follows a trail that takes her far beyond her own reality. Her journey brings her to the frozen North, where she meets the armored bear Iorek Byrnison and discovers secrets about her family and her own past. Meanwhile, Will Parry, a boy from another world, finds a way between realities and becomes part of the same dangerous conflict. Together, Lyra and Will travel across different worlds, facing those who want to control them and uncovering the truth behind the forces that connect their lives.

Seasons & episodes

Season 1

2019 · 8 episodes

Series 1 follows Lyra, a seemingly ordinary but brave young girl from another world. Her search for a kidnapped friend uncovers an evil plot.

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Lyra's Jordan

    03 Nov 2019 58 min

    Orphan Lyra Belacqua's world is turned upside-down by her long-absent uncle's return from the north, while the glamorous Mrs Coulter visits Jordan College with a proposition.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    The Idea of North

    10 Nov 2019 59 min

    Lyra starts her new life in London, determined to find Roger with Mrs Coulter’s help. The Gyptians continue their search for the missing children and the elusive Gobblers.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    The Spies

    17 Nov 2019 58 min

    From the clutches of the Gobblers, Lyra finds help from an unlikely place. It helps her put together more about her past and keep safe from Mrs Coulter and the Magisterium.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    Armour

    24 Nov 2019 59 min

    Lyra and the Gyptians arrive in the North and seek the help of the Witches’ Consul, Texan aeronaut Lee Scoresby and an armoured bear in service to the town.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    The Lost Boy

    01 Dec 2019 59 min

    The alethiometer sends Lyra and Iorek on a new path, leading to a shocking but vital clue in her search to find her friend Roger and the other missing children.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    The Daemon-Cages

    08 Dec 2019 56 min

    Lyra discovers the horrific truth behind the Gobbler’s activities in the North. She must use all her wits to help free those around her and avoid suffering a terrible fate.

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    The Fight to the Death

    15 Dec 2019 58 min

    Separated from her friends, Lyra must use all of her methods of deception to thwart a formidable foe. Meanwhile, Mrs Coulter plots her next move.

  8. Still from episode 8
    E08

    Betrayal

    22 Dec 2019 59 min

    As the Magisterium closes in, Lyra learns more about Asriel’s rebellion. But her assistance to him comes at great personal cost.

Season 2

2020 · 7 episodes

Series 2 begins after Lord Asriel has opened a bridge to a new world, and, distraught over the death of her best friend, Lyra follows Asriel into the unknown. In a strange and mysterious abandoned city she meets Will, a boy from our world who is also running from a troubled past. Mrs. Coulter searches for Lyra, determined to bring her home by any means necessary.

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    The City of Magpies

    08 Nov 2020 49 min

    Lyra and Will find themselves in a strange new place. The Magisterium take action as Mrs Coulter interrogates a suspected heretic witch, and Lee Scoresby embarks on a mission.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    The Cave

    15 Nov 2020 53 min

    Lyra crosses into Will's world, and they set off to find answers about Dust. Will is shocked to discover he has grandparents, but quickly realises he can’t trust them.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    Theft

    22 Nov 2020 51 min

    Lyra ignores the alethiometer, with dangerous consequences for her and Will. Lee Scoresby’s search for Grumman brings an unlikely ally, and the witches seek answers.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    Tower of the Angels

    29 Nov 2020 51 min

    In search of the knife, Will and Lyra try to gain entry into the Torre Degli Angeli. Lee finds Grumman - or Jopari, as he is now known - and they take to the sky in search of the knife bearer.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    The Scholar

    06 Dec 2020 48 min

    Will and Lyra plan to steal the alethiometer from Boreal but are set back by an unforeseen guest. MacPhail takes decisive action, and Mary takes a leap of faith.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    Malice

    13 Dec 2020 48 min

    Lyra and Will find allies who can help them in their search for Will’s father. The Magisterium learn something shocking, and Mrs Coulter meets a formidable foe.

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    Æsahættr

    20 Dec 2020 48 min

    As all paths converge on Cittàgazze, Lee is determined to fulfil his quest, whatever the cost. Mrs Coulter’s question is answered, and Will takes on his father’s mantle.

Season 3

2022 · 8 episodes

In the final chapter, Lyra, the prophesied child, and Will, the bearer of The Subtle Knife, must journey to a dark place from which no one has ever returned. As her father’s great war against the Authority edges closer, they will learn that saving the worlds comes at a terrible price.

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    The Enchanted Sleeper

    18 Dec 2022 57 min

    Held captive by Mrs Coulter, a dreaming Lyra finds herself in a mysterious place with someone familiar - Roger. Will continues his quest to find Lyra, meeting unexpected allies along the way.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    The Break

    24 Dec 2022 60 min

    Will tries to save Lyra from her mother and the Magisterium, but it comes at a great personal cost. Asriel’s plans change when unexpected angelic visitors crash into his republic.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    The Intention Craft

    01 Jan 2023 58 min

    Lyra and Will seek help from Iorek to fix the Subtle Knife before reaching an agreement to go to the Land of the Dead together. Mrs Coulter goes on trial in Asriel’s republic.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    Lyra and Her Death

    08 Jan 2023 59 min

    As Lyra and Will head to the Land of the Dead, Mrs Coulter tries to thwart MacPhail. Mary is buoyed by the unexpected appearance of a very unusual creature.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    No Way Out

    15 Jan 2023 59 min

    In the world of the mulefa, Mary makes a heartbreaking discovery. Lyra and Will journey through the Land of the Dead in search of Roger.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    The Abyss

    22 Jan 2023 60 min

    As Metatron's abyss rips through the worlds, sucking Dust into its depths, Lyra and Will attempt to lead the ghosts out of the Land of the Dead.

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    The Clouded Mountain

    29 Jan 2023 51 min

    As the Clouded Mountain approaches, Mrs Coulter, Asriel and his council discuss their battle strategy. In the Land of the Dead, Lyra and Will deliberate their next move.

  8. Still from episode 8
    E08

    The Botanic Garden

    05 Feb 2023 60 min

    Lyra and Will reunite with Mary and hear a story that changes everything. Now they must decide what they are willing to sacrifice if they are to save the worlds.

Specials

2020 · 21 episodes

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Making His Dark Materials

    26 Apr 2020 32 min

    The cast and crew of His Dark Materials uncover the magic behind this epic adaptation, featuring Daphne Keen, Ruth Wilson, James McAvoy and Lin-Manuel Miranda. To adapt the books for television, there was no doubt that this much loved story would be an ambitious undertaking. Watch how the production tackled the challenge of envisioning the costumes, building the worlds, bringing the daemons to life and writing the screenplay.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    Noble Rogue: The Legend of Lee Scoresby

    29 Jun 2021 60 min

    This documentary will explore the DNA of Lee Scoresby's character (Lin-Manuel Miranda) and the aspects of the cowboy, outlaw or rogue, who through bravery, loyalty, and rebelliousness are willing to stick up for the underdog and fight for justice.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    Exploring His Dark Materials: Daemons

    29 Jun 2021 60 min

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    Exploring His Dark Materials: Panserbjørne

    29 Jun 2021 60 min

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    Exploring His Dark Materials: Portals & The Multiverse

    29 Jun 2021 60 min

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    Exploring His Dark Materials: Witches

    29 Jun 2021 60 min

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    His Dark Materials: Bringing Daemons and Bears to Life

    29 Jun 2021 60 min

  8. Still from episode 8
    E08

    His Dark Materials: Exploring Cittàgazze

    29 Jun 2021 60 min

  9. Still from episode 9
    E09

    His Dark Materials: Worlds Collide

    29 Jun 2021 60 min

  10. Still from episode 10
    E10

    The Powerful Mrs. Coulter

    29 Jun 2021 6 min

    The cast talk about Mrs. Coulter and their character's views of her.

  11. Still from episode 11
    E11

    Lyra

    29 Jun 2021 3 min

    The cast talk about Lyra and their character's views of her.

  12. Still from episode 12
    E12

    The Subtle Knife

    29 Jun 2021 3 min

    The cast and crew talk about the story of Season 2 which is based on the book 'The Subtle Knife'.

  13. Still from episode 13
    E13

    The Daemons of His Dark Materials

    29 Jun 2021 4 min

  14. Still from episode 14
    E14

    Building His Dark Materials

    29 Jun 2021 6 min

  15. Still from episode 15
    E15

    Dressing His Dark Materials

    06 Jul 2021 3 min

  16. Still from episode 16
    E16

    Adapting His Dark Materials

    29 Jun 2021 4 min

  17. Still from episode 17
    E17

    Introducing His Dark Materials

    29 Jun 2021 4 min

  18. Still from episode 18
    E18

    Season 3 - The Story So Far

    06 Jul 2021 5 min

  19. Still from episode 19
    E19

    Creatures & Daemons

    13 Jul 2021 9 min

  20. Still from episode 20
    E20

    The Magisterium

    20 Jul 2021 4 min

  21. Still from episode 21
    E21

    Creating the World of Season 3

    27 Jul 2021 6 min

Questions and answers

How many seasons and episodes does “His Dark Materials” have?

3 seasons, 23 episodes.

When did “His Dark Materials” premiere?

Premiere: 3 November 2019.

Where can I watch “His Dark Materials”?

Available online on: HBO Max.

Who stars in “His Dark Materials”?

Starring: Dafne Keen, Amir Wilson, Ruth Wilson, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje and others.

What age rating does “His Dark Materials” have?

Age rating: TV-14.

Who directed “His Dark Materials”?

Director: Jack Thorne.

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