Dark Matter (2015)

Six strangers wake with no memories aboard a derelict spaceship, armed with weapons and a deadly destination they cannot explain.

Dark Matter - Series Information

  • Original Title: Dark Matter
  • First Air Year: 2015
  • Last Air Year: 2017
  • Created by: Joseph Mallozzi, Paul Mullie
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Drama
  • Content Rating (US): TV-14
  • Episode Runtime: 43 minutes
  • Number of Seasons: 3
  • Number of Episodes: 39
  • Status: Canceled
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • First Air Date: June 12, 2015 (United States - TV-14), June 12, 2015 (Canada - 14+), June 12, 2015 (United Kingdom - 15), June 12, 2015 (Germany - 12), June 12, 2015 (France - 10), June 12, 2015 (Australia - M), June 12, 2015 (Spain - 16)
  • Networks: Syfy, Space
  • Production Companies: Prodigy Pictures Inc, Prodigy Pictures
  • Production Countries: Canada, United States of America
  • Alternative Titles: 暗物质 (CN), Темная материя (RU)

Dark Matter - Plot

The six-person crew of a derelict spaceship awakens from stasis in the farthest reaches of space. Their memories wiped clean, they have no recollection of who they are or how they got on board. The only clue to their identities is a cargo bay full of weaponry and a destination: a remote mining colony that is about to become a war zone. With no idea whose side they are on, they face a deadly decision. Will these amnesiacs turn their backs on history, or will their pasts catch up with them?

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Dark Matter - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Joseph Mallozzi
  • Paul Mullie

Main Cast

  • Melissa O'Neil
  • Anthony Lemke
  • Alex Mallari Jr.
  • Jodelle Ferland
  • Roger Cross
  • Zoie Palmer
  • Marc Bendavid
  • Melanie Liburd
  • Natalie Brown
  • Shaun Sipos

Writers

  • Joseph Mallozzi
  • Paul Mullie
  • Alison Hepburn
  • Ivon R. Bartok

Executive Producers

  • Paul Mullie
  • Jay Firestone
  • Joseph Mallozzi
  • Vanessa Piazza

Dark Matter - FAQs

Why was Dark Matter cancelled after Season 3?

Syfy cancelled Dark Matter in September 2017 after three seasons, citing low ratings. The cancellation came abruptly, leaving a major cliffhanger unresolved. Creators Joseph Mallozzi and Paul Mullie had planned additional seasons and actively sought another network to continue the series, but no pickup materialized.

Where can you stream Dark Matter online?

Dark Matter is available to watch for free on The CW. It can also be purchased digitally through Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability may vary by region, so checking JustWatch is recommended for the most current streaming options in your area.

Is Dark Matter based on a comic book?

Yes, Dark Matter is based on a comic book series of the same name created by Joseph Mallozzi and Paul Mullie, published by Dark Horse Comics in 2012. The television adaptation expands on the comic's core premise of amnesia and identity aboard a derelict spaceship.

Who are the main cast members of Dark Matter?

The principal cast includes Melissa O'Neil as Two, Anthony Lemke as Three, Alex Mallari Jr. as Four, Jodelle Ferland as Five, Roger Cross as Six, and Zoie Palmer as The Android. Marc Bendavid, Melanie Liburd, Natalie Brown, and Shaun Sipos also appear in significant roles.

What is the content rating for Dark Matter?

Dark Matter carries a TV-14 rating in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains action violence, mature themes, and some language. It aired on Syfy, which targets adult genre audiences comfortable with science fiction action content.

How many seasons and episodes does Dark Matter have?

Dark Matter ran for three seasons, each comprising 13 episodes, for a total of 39 episodes. It aired from June 2015 to August 2017 on Syfy and Space. A specials collection also exists with 26 additional bonus episodes rounding out the complete series catalog.

When did Dark Matter first air on television?

Dark Matter premiered on June 12, 2015, simultaneously in the United States on Syfy and in Canada on Space. The series debuted to strong genre audience interest and was quickly renewed for a second season, establishing itself as one of Syfy's notable original science fiction productions of that era.

What is Dark Matter about?

Dark Matter follows six strangers who wake from stasis on a drifting spaceship with no memories of who they are. They discover a hold full of weapons and a course set for a conflict-ridden mining colony. As they unravel their forgotten pasts, they confront questions of identity, loyalty, and moral redemption.

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