Where to start
Dark Matter
2 versions · originally a series, 2015
Themes: Amnesia, Moral ambiguity, Redemption, Found Family, Identity Crisis.
Each version of Dark Matter explores the jarring disorientation of waking up to a reality that contradicts one's own memories.
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Dark Matter (2015)
The original tv
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Joseph Mallozzi · Series · 2015
The 2015 television series Dark Matter provides a sprawling, ensemble-driven space opera experience, perfect for viewers who enjoy mystery-laden narratives involving amnesiac crews navigating the vast unknown of deep space.
2016 book
Dark Matter
Blake Crouch · Book · 2016
The 2016 novel Dark Matter offers a focused, intimate psychological thriller, ideal for readers seeking a character-centric exploration of alternate lives and the haunting consequences of choosing a different path.
Common questions
Is the Dark Matter TV series based on the 2016 book?
No, the 2015 Dark Matter television series is a separate production from the 2016 novel titled Dark Matter. They are distinct works that share a title but are not adaptations of one another.
How long is the Dark Matter TV show?
The Dark Matter television series consists of three seasons. It originally aired from 2015 to 2017 before concluding its run on television.
Should I read the book Dark Matter before watching the TV show?
You do not need to read the 2016 book Dark Matter to understand the 2015 TV series Dark Matter. They are unrelated projects, and the television show does not require any prior knowledge of the novel.
What is the release order for Dark Matter?
The television series Dark Matter premiered in 2015. The novel titled Dark Matter was published one year later in 2016. Because they are not connected stories, the order in which you consume these two titles does not affect your understanding of the plot.