'Dark Matter': Decoding Jason 2's purpose to switch realities and kidnap his alternate self
May contain spoilers for 'Dark Matter'
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: 'Dark Matter', streaming on Apple TV+, has taken its audience on an exhilarating journey blending science with fiction.
It introduces Australian actor Joel Edgerton as Jason Dessen, a Physics professor who is mysteriously abducted in Episode 1.
As the narrative unfolds, viewers discover that it is Jason's alternate self who arrives in his universe and switches realities, quietly taking his place while transporting him to the other reality.
Why has Jason 2 arrived in Jason Dessen's reality in 'Dark Matter'?
In the three episodes released so far, the true intentions of Jason 2 haven't been disclosed. However, through different clues, we can gather that Jason 2 regrets some of the choices that he made years ago and wants to rectify them.
15 years ago, the two Jason's were one person until a life-changing choice split them into their own separate universes. When Daniela (Jennifer Connelly) told Jason about her pregnancy, Jason agreed to have a life with her, while putting his career on a backseat.
The other Jason broke up with Daniela as he prioritized his career as a physicist, leading Daniela to abort their baby.
Viewers may speculate that when Jason 2 recently returned to Daniela and she refused to give them another chance, he decided to switch realities where he is already married to her.
His pursuit for lost love made him take a drastic step, defying the classical theories of physics.
Meanwhile, he also appears to be in guilt for the disappearance of three of his colleagues who volunteered for his experiment. His decision to switch his realities might be driven by his motive to locate his missing colleagues.
Is Jason 2 trying to harm Jason Dessen's family in 'Dark Matter'?
At this point of time, Jason 2 seems to be of no harm to Jason Dessen's family. He is trying to fit into the new world while being extremely romantic to Daniela. However, the plot is likely to take a drastic twist in the upcoming episodes.
The official synopsis of the series reads, "In this mind-bending thriller, Jason Dessen is abducted into an alternate version of his own life. To get back to his real family, Dessen embarks on a journey to save them from their biggest foe imaginable: himself."
The synopsis hints that Jason 2 poses a threat to Jason Dessen's beloved family. It is only a matter of time before his sinister intentions are revealed while Jason manages to return to his original reality.
'Dark Matter' trailer
'Dark Matter' is available to stream on Apple TV+
