Apple TV+ unveiled the official trailer for Dark Matter Season 2 today during a packed Hall H presentation at San Diego Comic‑Con, where cast and creators gathered to celebrate the return of the critically acclaimed sci‑fi thriller. The 10‑episode second season premieres globally on Friday, August 28, 2026, with new episodes every Friday through October 30, 2026.
The new trailer for Dark Matter Season 2 delivers a gripping look at the next evolution of Blake Crouch’s multiverse thriller. Led once again by Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly — both returning as stars and executive producers — the series expands its ambitious scope, emotional intensity, and high‑concept sci‑fi storytelling as it enters its highly anticipated second chapter.
Synopsis
Based on the blockbuster novel by New York Times bestselling author Blake Crouch, Dark Matter explores the roads not taken.
Season one followed Jason Dessen (Edgerton), a physicist and family man abducted into an alternate version of his life, forcing him to navigate a maze of realities in a desperate attempt to return home.
Season two finds the Dessens attempting to settle into a quiet life in a world that finally feels safe — until the unimaginable forces them to run again. Jason’s obsession with the Box intensifies, Daniela’s (Connelly) growing paranoia pushes her to the edge, and their son Charlie (Fegley) longs for stability as their family fractures. Meanwhile, Amanda (Braga) and Ryan (Simpson) fight to find their way home, Blair (Brugel) closes in, and Leighton (Okeniyi) relentlessly pursues his vision of a “perfect world.”
Season 2 Cast
- Joel Edgerton
- Jennifer Connelly
- Alice Braga
- Jimmi Simpson
- Dayo Okeniyi
- Oakes Fegley
- Amanda Brugel
Creative Team
- Creator / Showrunner / Writer: Blake Crouch
- Executive Producers:
- Joel Edgerton
- Jennifer Connelly
- Matt Tolmach
- Richard Lederer
- Jacquelyn Ben‑Zekry
- Produced by: Sony Pictures Television
- Season Two Written by: Blake Crouch & Jacquelyn Ben‑Zekry
Dark Matter: The Official Podcast
Launching alongside Season 2, Dark Matter: The Official Podcast deepens the universe with behind‑the‑scenes insights, cast conversations, scientific breakdowns, and creative exploration. Hosted by Blake Crouch and executive producer Jacquelyn Ben‑Zekry, the podcast features an extensive lineup of cast, creatives, and surprise guests — including super‑fan authors and content creators.
Episodes will release weekly, beginning with a special catch‑up episode that revisits key moments from Season 1 and welcomes fans back into the multiverse.
Available on:
- Apple Podcasts
- Sony Pictures Television YouTube
- Apple TV YouTube
