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8 Episodes 2019 - 2019
An adaptation of Philip Pullman's acclaimed trilogy "His Dark Materials," considered a modern masterpiece of imaginative fiction. The first series follows Lyra Belacqua (Dafne Keen), a seemingly ordinary but brave young woman from another world. Lyra's search for a kidnapped friend uncovers a sinister plot involving stolen children—and becomes a quest to understand a mysterious phenomenon called Dust. As she journeys through the worlds, including our own, Lyra meets a determined and courageous boy called Will. Together they encounter extraordinary beings and dangerous secrets, with the fate of both the living—and the dead—in their hands. A star-studded cast consists of James McAvoy as Lord Asriel Belacqua, Ruth Wilson as Mrs. Coulter, Lin-Manuel Miranda as Lee Scoresby and Clarke Peters as The Master of Jordan College.
Episode 1
Sun, Nov 3, 2019 60 mins
Series premiere. Orphan Lyra Belacqua's world is upended by her long-absent uncle's return from the North, while the glamorous Mrs. Coulter visits Jordan College with a proposition.
Episode 2
Sun, Nov 10, 2019 60 mins
Lyra arrives to her new life in London, determined to find Roger with Mrs. Coulter's help; the Gyptians continue their search for the missing children and the elusive Gobblers.
Episode 3
Sun, Nov 17, 2019 60 mins
Following her kidnapping, Lyra falls in with a new group, but struggles to know who to trust.
Episode 4
Sun, Nov 24, 2019 60 mins
Lyra and the Gyptians arrive in the North and seek the help of the Witches' Consul, Texan aeronaut Lee Scoresby and an armored bear in the service to the town.
Episode 5
Sun, Dec 1, 2019 60 mins
The alethiometer sends Lyra and Iorek on a new path, leading to a shocking but vital clue.
Episode 6
Sun, Dec 8, 2019 60 mins
Lyra discovers the horrific truth behind the Gobbler's activities in the North. She must use all her wits to help free those around her and avoid suffering a terrible fate.
Episode 7
Sun, Dec 15, 2019 60 mins
Lyra must use her methods of deception to outwit a formidable foe.
Episode 8
Sun, Dec 22, 2019 60 mins
Season 1 finale. As the Magisterium closes in, Lyra assists Asriel's efforts, but at great personal cost.