Dark matterthe Apple TV sci-fi thriller starring Joel EdgertonThe miniseries, no longer a miniseries, has been renewed for a second season. The miniseries is based on the novel of the same name by Blake Crouch, who was also brought on as showrunner by Apple. The series hit the platform in May 2024, and was quickly met with critical acclaim. It was only a matter of time before Apple and Sony saw potential in continuing the series.
Crouch announced the unexpected renewal with very kind words for the series' fans who love this genre:
“Thank you to everyone who tuned in for Season 1 — fans of the books and new fans — and of course our partners at Apple and Sony, my amazing producing partner Matt Tolmach, the incredible crew, and the great city of Chicago — you’ve been so amazing to us. In the process of writing and filming Season 1, we discovered that there was so much more to tell, and we learned so little about these characters as they struggled to survive and find their way home through a landscape of incredible realities. See you in the box!”
Dark Matter (2024)
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Based on his novel of the same name, Dark Matter is a science fiction drama television series created for Apple TV+ by Blake Crouch. The series follows a physicist who is kidnapped and thrown into an alternate reality where he witnesses a possible path his life could have taken. However, he learns that his family's lives are in danger from an alternate version of himself.
- release date
- May 8, 2024
- Main type
- Science fiction
By “the box,” Crouch refers to the unique object that served as a pioneering portal in the first season of Dark matterand which characters were roaming around in an alternate reality world. Tolmach added his appreciation for the sci-fi drama and how it has captivated audiences around the world:
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This has been a long-time dream of mine, and I’m so proud to see Blake’s vision come to life and connect with so many people. It’s been a huge pleasure to see Descenes’ journey resonate with audiences, and we can’t wait to bring this world — and others — to life in Season 2. A huge thank you to Apple TV+, Sony, and our incredible cast. Here we go!”
Dark matter The series stars Joel Edgerton, Jennifer Connelly, Alice Braga, Jimmi Simpson, Dai Okenyi, Amanda Brugel, and Oakes Fegley. Crouch led a team of writers and directors who closely followed the plot of the author's best-selling novel, which is considered one of the best works of modern science fiction. The first season was received positively by both critics and audiences, with the series holding an 83% Rotten Tomatoes score for both Tomatometer and Audience Score.
Dark matter is a perfect example of the multiverse theme.
One of the best sci-fi shows of 2024, Dark matter The film follows a physicist named Jason Deason (Edgerton) who is kidnapped and beaten by a stranger. As it turns out, Jason has been kidnapped by another version of himself, and this alternate version sends Jason to another reality, while the alternate version takes Jason's place in this reality. Now, good Jason must find a way to re-enter the box and travel across multiple universes in order to return to his family before evil Jason convinces everyone that he is not an impostor.
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The show is a great implementation of the genre in the Apple TV catalog, which also includes sci-fi gems like to cut, silo, invasion, and institution“The series is thought-provoking and engaging,” said Matt Cherniss, head of programming at Apple TV+. Dark matter “The series has quickly become a global hit, capturing audiences’ imaginations and making it a beloved and integral part of Apple’s global sci-fi slate. We’re thrilled to continue our collaboration with Blake Crouch, our partners at Sony, and the rest of the creative team and cast on a new season that will captivate viewers with even more twists and turns as we delve deeper into the mysteries of the multiverse.”
Season 1 of
Dark matter
Available to stream on Apple TV+ with a paid subscription.
