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Season 1 – Dark Matter

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When crew members working on a derelict spaceship awaken from stasis, they have no memory of who they are or how they got onto the vessel. The only clues to their identities are weaponry and a destination -- a remote mining colony soon to become a war zone. They must band together to fight off the threats they face on a voyage filled with vengeance, betrayal and secrets that make survival a question mark for all on board the ship. In the wake of a betrayal, the crew is split up. Some are imprisoned, while others are sent away to start a new life. The sci-fi series is based on the graphic novel of the same name.

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Dark Matter — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Dark Matter's premiere benefits from likable characters and a concluding twist, but its gaping plot holes and worn premise add up to an aimless episode.

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Allison Keene Collider Like its crew, Dark Matter has the opportunity to potentially erase some of the sins of sci-fi (and Syfy) series past, and become something better. Whether or not it will is another matter entirely. Rated: 3/5 May 23, 2018 Full Review Brian Lowry Variety Not all of the cabler's dramas are created equal, and Dark Matter feels like it could be a modest cut above. Jun 11, 2015 Full Review Keith Uhlich The Hollywood Reporter Dark Matter is a dud, and likely to make as much of a dent in the pop-cultural consciousness as the invisible substance it's named after. Jun 10, 2015 Full Review Li Lai Mediaversity Reviews The diversity of Dark Matter appears strong, but scratch beneath the surface and you'll quickly find retro underpinnings that keep this show from being truly progressive. Rated: C- Aug 5, 2019 Full Review Blair Marnell Nerdist This show has such an interesting mix of characters that it's easy to overlook the fact that the majority of the first season was set on the Raza itself. May 23, 2018 Full Review Michael Ahr Den of Geek I've really been looking forward to this show and was ready to be wowed; I just wasn't. That doesn't mean I won't continue to anticipate Fridays on Syfy during the summer, and I'm optimistic the show will have its payoff, perhaps quite soon. Rated: 3.5/5 May 23, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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Michael C Way better than expected. A really decent series which certainly does not depend on special effects. Thoroughly recommended! Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/28/24 Full Review Jer C Great Sci-Fi. Nice premise and well acted Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/13/24 Full Review David W A genuinely great start to what I hoped would be a long running series. Almost a sci-fi whodunit. A great cast and script create characters you are both interested by and empathetic of. Lots of intreguing twists and turns and the production values are great. An uncommonly strong opening series. A budding sci-fi classic. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/15/23 Full Review Nathan E I can't believe a show like this was cancelled after three seasons while garbage like Manifest made all four. Capitalism is truly the root of all evil. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/21/23 Full Review Jonathan S Common, watched the first 20 minutes and they checked off every box. 1. When surrounding the enemy, everyone carrying a weapon, no one shoots. Instead, they all charge and get their butts kicked. 2. No one likes to see women getting hurt, so women kick everyone else's butts or outsmart them. 3. Every character actually looks and acts like a stereotype. Not one surprise. I could go on, but I'm already tired of this show. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 08/17/24 Full Review Audience Member I love this show so much! Season 1 is my favourite - I love the suspense and mystery of the characters waking up with no memories and having to discover who they were - figure out what happened in their past, and decide who they want to be now. My favourite character is and will always be One <3 Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Marc Bendavid

One

Melissa O'Neil

Two

Anthony Lemke

Three

Alex Mallari Jr.

Four

Jodelle Ferland

Five

Roger Cross

Six

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jun 12, 2015 The crew of a derelict spaceship awakens from stasis with no memories of who they are or how they got on board., and they must work together to survive. Details Episode 2 Aired Jun 19, 2015 While still struggling with revelations about their pasts, the crew are faced with a choice regarding the miners in peril. Details Episode 3 Aired Jun 26, 2015 When the ship mysteriously veers off course, the crew suspects sabotage; repairs require a perilous spacewalk; Five makes a shocking discovery. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 3, 2015 When the crew has a stopover at a space station to restock and rest, the break takes an unexpected turn; Six visits a local clinic; One and Three try to sell weapons; Two and Five play games of chance; Four makes a discovery about his past. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 10, 2015 The crew is hired to salvage an abandoned freighter, but the freighter turns out to be more than what they expected. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 17, 2015 Five explores the memories hidden in her subconscious, uncovering truths about Four and Six's violent pasts. Details Episode 7 Aired Jul 24, 2015 The crew gains access to the secret room, and discovers an android and an ill woman who reveals a connection to Three. Details Episode 8 Aired Jul 31, 2015 Six makes the others suspicious when he makes secret use of a transfer transit; One and Four follow to learn the truth. Details Episode 9 Aired Aug 7, 2015 Four disappears following a space station stopover; the crew races against time to locate and rescue him before he is taken back to his home world. Details Episode 10 Aired Aug 14, 2015 The crew takes on a job stealing a device from a rival corporation, but another team of mercenaries has the same goal. Details Episode 11 Aired Aug 21, 2015 The crew members plot to reclaim the ship from the mercenaries that are determined to deliver them to the Galactic Authority. Details Episode 12 Aired Aug 28, 2015 The team's handler sends the crew on another mission to retrieve a scientist being held against his will. Details Episode 13 Aired Aug 28, 2015 Crew members are targeted and paranoia mounts as they search for the perpetrator; the person responsible for the mind-wipe makes a move. Details

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Season Info

Director
Bruce McDonald
Network
SYFY
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama, Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jun 12, 2015