His Dark Materials (2019)
Kernel Score: 89% · 1,846 ratings
Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
First aired: 2019-11-03
Seasons: 3 · 23 episodes
Where to watch His Dark Materials
- Stream: HBO Max
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Lyra is an orphan who lives in a parallel universe in which science, theology and magic are entwined. Her search for a kidnapped friend uncovers a sinister plot involving stolen children and turns into a quest to understand a mysterious phenomenon called Dust. She is later joined on her journey by Will, a boy who possesses a knife that can cut windows between worlds. As she learns the truth about her parents and her prophesied destiny, the two young people are caught up in a war against celestial powers that ranges across many worlds.
His Dark Materials parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that His Dark Materials is a TV-14 fantasy drama involving child kidnapping, war between celestial powers, and dark fantasy themes.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Involves child kidnapping, a war against celestial powers, and dark fantasy peril.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Dafne Keen as Lyra Silvertongue
- Amir Wilson as Will Parry
- Ruth Wilson as Mrs Coulter
- Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje as Ogunwe
- Simone Kirby as Mary Malone
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His Dark Materials FAQ
Is His Dark Materials good?
His Dark Materials has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,846 audience ratings.
Where can I watch His Dark Materials?
In the US you can stream His Dark Materials on HBO Max and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is His Dark Materials OK for kids?
His Dark Materials is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that His Dark Materials is a TV-14 fantasy drama involving child kidnapping, war between celestial powers, and dark fantasy themes.
What shows are like His Dark Materials?
If you liked His Dark Materials, try Shadow and Bone, Motherland: Fort Salem, Wynonna Earp and Legacies.