His Dark Materials

The Best Episodes of His Dark Materials

Genres:Sci-Fi & FantasyDrama
Network:BBC One

Every episode of His Dark Materials ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of His Dark Materials!

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...
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  1. 8.5/10(42 votes)

    #1 - The Daemon-Cages

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    S1:E6

    Lyra discovers the horrific truth behind the Gobbler’s activities in the North. She must use all her wits to help free those around her and avoid suffering a terrible fate.

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  2. 8.5/10(2.4k votes)

    #2 - Tower of the Angels

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    S2:E4

    In search of the knife, Will and Lyra try to gain entry into the Torre Degli Angeli. Lee finds Grumman - or Jopari, as he is now known - and they take to the sky in search of the knife bearer.

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  3. 8.4/10(2.3k votes)

    #3 - The Scholar

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    S2:E5

    Will and Lyra plan to steal the alethiometer from Boreal but are set back by an unforeseen guest. MacPhail takes decisive action, and Mary takes a leap of faith.

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  4. 8.4/10(13 votes)

    #4 - The Botanic Garden

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    S3:E8

    Lyra and Will reunite with Mary and hear a story that changes everything. Now they must decide what they are willing to sacrifice if they are to save the worlds.

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  5. 8.3/10(15 votes)

    #5 - The Abyss

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    S3:E6

    As Metatron's abyss rips through the worlds, sucking Dust into its depths, Lyra and Will attempt to lead the ghosts out of the Land of the Dead.

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  6. 8.2/10(37 votes)

    #6 - The Fight to the Death

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    S1:E7

    Separated from her friends, Lyra must use all of her methods of deception to thwart a formidable foe. Meanwhile, Mrs Coulter plots her next move.

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  8. 8.2/10(2.1k votes)

    #7 - Malice

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    S2:E6

    Lyra and Will find allies who can help them in their search for Will’s father. The Magisterium learn something shocking, and Mrs Coulter meets a formidable foe.

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  9. 8.1/10(42 votes)

    #8 - Betrayal

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    S1:E8

    As the Magisterium closes in, Lyra learns more about Asriel’s rebellion. But her assistance to him comes at great personal cost.

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  10. 8.0/10(45 votes)

    #9 - Armour

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    S1:E4

    Lyra and the Gyptians arrive in the North and seek the help of the Witches’ Consul, Texan aeronaut Lee Scoresby and an armoured bear in service to the town.

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    Director:Otto Bathurst
  11. 8.0/10(44 votes)

    #10 - The Lost Boy

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    S1:E5

    The alethiometer sends Lyra and Iorek on a new path, leading to a shocking but vital clue in her search to find her friend Roger and the other missing children.

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  12. 8.0/10(2.4k votes)

    #11 - The Cave

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    Lyra crosses into Will's world, and they set off to find answers about Dust. Will is shocked to discover he has grandparents, but quickly realises he can’t trust them.

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  13. 7.9/10(67 votes)

    #12 - Lyra's Jordan

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    Orphan Lyra Belacqua's world is turned upside-down by her long-absent uncle's return from the north, while the glamorous Mrs Coulter visits Jordan College with a proposition.

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    Director:Tom Hooper
  14. 7.9/10(48 votes)

    #13 - The Spies

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    S1:E3

    From the clutches of the Gobblers, Lyra finds help from an unlikely place. It helps her put together more about her past and keep safe from Mrs Coulter and the Magisterium.

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  15. 7.9/10(2.4k votes)

    #14 - Æsahættr

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    S2:E7

    As all paths converge on Cittàgazze, Lee is determined to fulfil his quest, whatever the cost. Mrs Coulter’s question is answered, and Will takes on his father’s mantle.

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    Director:Jamie Childs
  16. 7.9/10(16 votes)

    #15 - No Way Out

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    S3:E5

    In the world of the mulefa, Mary makes a heartbreaking discovery. Lyra and Will journey through the Land of the Dead in search of Roger.

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  17. 7.9/10(17 votes)

    #16 - The Clouded Mountain

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    S3:E7

    As the Clouded Mountain approaches, Mrs Coulter, Asriel and his council discuss their battle strategy. In the Land of the Dead, Lyra and Will deliberate their next move.

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  18. 7.8/10(53 votes)

    #17 - The Idea of North

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    Lyra starts her new life in London, determined to find Roger with Mrs Coulter’s help. The Gyptians continue their search for the missing children and the elusive Gobblers.

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  19. 7.8/10(2.6k votes)

    #18 - The City of Magpies

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    S2:E1

    Lyra and Will find themselves in a strange new place. The Magisterium take action as Mrs Coulter interrogates a suspected heretic witch, and Lee Scoresby embarks on a mission.

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    Director:Jamie Childs
  20. 7.8/10(2.2k votes)

    #19 - Theft

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    Lyra ignores the alethiometer, with dangerous consequences for her and Will. Lee Scoresby’s search for Grumman brings an unlikely ally, and the witches seek answers.

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  21. 7.8/10(16 votes)

    #20 - Lyra and Her Death

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    S3:E4

    As Lyra and Will head to the Land of the Dead, Mrs Coulter tries to thwart MacPhail. Mary is buoyed by the unexpected appearance of a very unusual creature.

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  22. 7.7/10(15 votes)

    #21 - The Break

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    Will tries to save Lyra from her mother and the Magisterium, but it comes at a great personal cost. Asriel’s plans change when unexpected angelic visitors crash into his republic.

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  23. 7.6/10(17 votes)

    #22 - The Enchanted Sleeper

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    S3:E1

    Held captive by Mrs Coulter, a dreaming Lyra finds herself in a mysterious place with someone familiar - Roger. Will continues his quest to find Lyra, meeting unexpected allies along the way.

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  24. 7.6/10(15 votes)

    #23 - The Intention Craft

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    Lyra and Will seek help from Iorek to fix the Subtle Knife before reaching an agreement to go to the Land of the Dead together. Mrs Coulter goes on trial in Asriel’s republic.

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Daemon-Cages" is the best rated episode of "His Dark Materials". It scored 8.5/10 based on 42 votes. Directed by Euros Lyn, William McGregor and written by Jack Thorne, it aired on 12/8/2019. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Tower of the Angels".