Critically acclaimed sci-fi thriller Dark Matter has earned a second season, with Apple TV+ announcing the series has been renewed just two months after its season one finale.
“Thanks to everyone who tuned-in for season one – book fans and new fans – and, of course, our partners at Apple and Sony, my amazing producing partner, Matt Tolmach, our tremendous cast and crew, and the great city of Chicago – you were so good to us,” commented showrunner and author Blake Crouch. “In the process of writing and filming season one, we discovered that there’s so much more story to tell, and we’ve only scratched the surface of these characters as they fight for survival and to find their way home through a landscape of mind-bending realities. See you in the Box!”
Season one stars Joel Edgerton as Jason Dessen, Oscar winner Jennifer Connelly as Daniela Vargas Dessen, Alice Braga as Amanda Lucas, and Jimmi Simpson as Ryan Holder. Dayo Okeniyi is Leighton Vance and Oakes Fegley plays Daniela and Jason’s son, Charlie Dessen.
“Dark Matter is a story about the road not taken. The series follows Jason Dessen (Edgerton), a physicist, professor, and family man who – one night while walking home on the streets of Chicago – is abducted into an alternate version of his life. Wonder quickly turns to nightmare when he tries to return to his reality amid the mind-bending landscape of lives he could have lived,” reads Apple TV+’s synopsis. “In this labyrinth of realities, he embarks on a harrowing journey to get back to his true family and save them from the most terrifying, unbeatable foe imaginable: himself.”
Author Blake Crouch created the series, based on his bestselling novel, and serves as showrunner, writer, and executive producer. Additional executive producers include Joel Edgerton, Matt Tomach, and Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry.
“Making Dark Matter was a longtime dream, and I’m so proud to see Blake’s vision come to life and to connect with so many people,” stated executive producer Matt Tomach. “Seeing the Dessens’ journey resonate with audiences has been extremely gratifying, and we can’t wait to bring more of this world – and others – to life in season two. Huge thanks to Apple TV+, Sony, and our amazing cast and crew. Here we go!”
Season one premiered on May 8, 2024. The sci-fi drama currently sits at 83% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes.
“The thought-provoking and gripping Dark Matter has quickly become a global hit, capturing audiences’ imaginations and making it a beloved and integral part of Apple’s world-class sci-fi lineup,” said Matt Cherniss, head of programming for Apple TV+. “We are thrilled to continue our collaboration with Blake Crouch, our partners at Sony and the rest of the creative team and cast – led by the remarkable Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly – on a new season that will captivate viewers with more twists and turns as we dive deeper into the mysteries of the multiverse.”
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