His Dark Materials
The truth lies beyond the world we know.
Overview
Lyra is an orphan who lives in a parallel universe in which science, theology and magic are entwined. Her search for a kidnapped friend uncovers a sinister plot involving stolen children and turns into a quest to understand a mysterious phenomenon called Dust. She is later joined on her journey by Will, a boy who possesses a knife that can cut windows between worlds. As she learns the truth about her parents and her prophesied destiny, the two young people are caught up in a war against celestial powers that ranges across many worlds.
Seasons & Episodes
Series 1
Series 1 follows Lyra, a seemingly ordinary but brave young girl from another world. Her search for a kidnapped friend uncovers an evil plot.
Series 2
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.
Series 3
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.
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Cast & Crew
Dafne Keen
Lyra Silvertongue
Ruth Wilson
Mrs Coulter
Kit Connor
Pantalaimon (voice)
Will Keen
Father President MacPhail
Amir Wilson
Will Parry
Ariyon Bakare
Lord Carlo Boreal
Simone Kirby
Mary Malone
Lewin Lloyd
Roger Parslow
Ruta Gedmintas
Serafina Pekkala
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Lee Scoresby
James McAvoy
Lord Asriel
Jade Anouka
Ruta Skadi
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lyra is an orphan who lives in a parallel universe in which science, theology and magic are entwined. Her search for a kidnapped friend uncovers a sinister plot involving stolen...
His Dark Materials has 3 seasons with 23 episodes.
His Dark Materials premiered on November 3, 2019.
No, His Dark Materials has ended. The final episode aired on February 5, 2023.
His Dark Materials originally aired on BBC One. Check your local streaming services for availability.
His Dark Materials was created by Jack Thorne.
His Dark Materials has a rating of 7.8/10 based on user reviews.
His Dark Materials is classified as Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Action & Adventure.