'Dark Matter' (2024) air date, plot, full cast, and how to stream Apple TV+'s sci-fi drama series
Show Name: Dark Matter
Platform: Apple TV+
Date of release: May 8, 2024
Country of origin: United States
Genre: Science fiction, Drama, Thriller
Created by: Blake Crouch
Full cast list: Joel Edgerton, Jennifer Connelly, Alice Braga, Jimmi Simpson, Oakes Fegley, and Dayo Okeniyi among others
Apple TV+ is all set to roll out a new mind-bending sci-fi drama series, 'Dark Matter' on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.
Based on the novel of the same name by Blake Crouch, who is also the creative mind behind the series, the eight-episode show was first announced in December 2020 and was officially greenlit in March 2022.
What is the plot of 'Dark Matter'?
Suppose you wake up one day and discover that your relationship, your career, and even your identity are all different and you are suddenly a stranger in your own life.
This is what will be shown in the gripping new science fiction series 'Dark Matter', where Jason Dessen (Joel Edgerton) has to confront this terrifying fact.
As the story progresses, Jason discovers that he is in a parallel universe and embarks on a perilous journey to identify his true family and unravel the mystery behind the sudden change.
The show is an intriguing mystery with enormous stakes that promises to take viewers on a journey through an infinite number of possibilities.
The main cast of 'Dark Matter'
Joel Edgerton
The Australian actor and filmmaker, Joel Edgerton, will portray the character of Jason Dessen in the drama series.
Born on June 23, 1974, Edgerton is best known for his portrayal of Owen Lars in the 'Star Wars' movie.
The actor first debuted on television in the 1995 series 'Police Rescue' and his career took off when he was cast in the 2001 Australian drama series 'The Secret Life of Us.'
Among his other notable acting productions are, 'The Underground Railroad', 'The Green Knight', 'The Boys in the Boat' and 'Zero Dark Thirty', among others.
Jennifer Connelly
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The Academy Award-winning Jennifer Connelly will play the character of Daniela Dessen in the series.
Connelly, who started out as a child model before switching to acting, has shown her flexibility by starring in a diverse range of television shows and movies.
The actress at the mere age of 11 years old, had an appearance in the 1984 movie 'Once Upon a Time in America' and subsequently bagged her first leading role in the 1985 film 'Phenomena'.
As her career advanced, the actress had a breakthrough in 1986 when she starred with David Bowie in the film 'Labyrinth'.
Among her other noteworthy performing roles are 'Inventing the Abbotts', 'A Beautiful Mind', 'Top Gun: Maverick', 'Salvation Boulevard' and 'Only the Brave' among others.
Alice Braga
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Brazilian actress Alice Braga will portray the character of Amanda in the series.
The actress, who has a successful career in both Brazilian and American movies, made her screen debut in the 1998 short film 'Trampolim' and gained fame with the highly regarded crime thriller 'City of God'.
Subsequently, she made her mark in the Brazilian film industry with appearances in films such as 'Only God Knows' and 'Lower City'.
In the science fiction action movie 'I Am Legend', Braga starred alongside Will Smith, which was her big break internationally in 2007.
Since then, Braga has been cast in several high-profile projects such as, 'Elysium', 'The Suicide Squad', 'The Rite', and 'Predators', among others.
How to stream 'Dark Matter'?
By subscribing to the streaming platform, you may watch the series on Apple TV+ and explore the fascinating world of parallel universes.
The monthly subscription fee for Apple TV+ is $9.99, which gives you access to all of the original series and films on the site.
'Dark Matter' trailer