The sci-fi thriller Dark Matter returns to Apple TV+ for a second season, continuing its multiversal narrative with increased complexity and new character variants.
Key facts
- •Dark Matter season 2 premieres on Apple TV+ on August 28th.
- •The cast includes Joel Edgerton as Jason Dessen, Jennifer Connelly as Daniela, and Oakes Fegley as Charlie.
- •Supporting characters returning in various multiversal forms include Ryan, played by Jimmi Simpson, and Amanda, played by Alice Braga.
- •The series is based on the novel of the same name.
- •Travel between worlds is determined by the mindset of the traveler when they open the door.
Apple TV+ has released the second season of its high-concept sci-fi thriller Dark Matter. Based on the novel of the same name, the series follows physics professor Jason Dessen and his family as they navigate parallel universes. The new season expands on the show's multiversal premise, featuring more dramatic stakes and a more intricate narrative structure than the first.
Plot and Premise
The story picks up with Jason Dessen, his wife Daniela, and their son Charlie living as multiversal nomads. After the events of the first season, where multiple versions of Jason converged on Chicago, the family is now traveling between worlds in search of a permanent home. The series further explores the mechanics of the 'box' used for travel, which functions based on the traveler's mindset at the time of entry, often leading to unpredictable destinations.
Narrative Complexity
Season 2 increases the show's narrative complexity by introducing numerous variants of existing characters, including multiple versions of Jason, Daniela, Charlie, Ryan, Amanda, and Leighton. The show utilizes non-linear storytelling, jumping through time and across different worlds. To help distinguish between versions of themselves, the primary Jason and Daniela characters acquire tattoos. While the season maintains a focus on high-stakes action, it also includes standalone episodes that explore the human impact of the multiversal technology.
Advertisement
This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by The Verge.
