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The Best Episodes of His Dark Materials

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...
Genres:Sci-Fi & FantasyDrama
Network:BBC One

Best Episodes Summary

"The Daemon-Cages" is the best rated episode of "His Dark Materials". It scored 8.6/10 based on 3950 votes. Directed by Euros Lyn, William McGregor and written by Jack Thorne, it aired on 12/8/2019. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Tower of the Angels".

  • The Daemon-Cages
    8.6/103,950 votes
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    #1 - The Daemon-Cages

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 12/8/2019

    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.

    Director: Euros Lyn, William McGregor

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • Tower of the Angels
    8.5/102,370 votes
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    #2 - Tower of the Angels

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 11/29/2020

    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.

    Director: Leanne Welham

    Writer: Jack Thorne, Namsi Khan

  • The Clouded Mountain
    8.5/101,845 votes
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    #3 - The Clouded Mountain

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 1/29/2023

    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.

    Director: Amit Gupta

    Writer: Francesca Gardiner

  • Betrayal
    8.4/103,356 votes
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    #4 - Betrayal

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 12/22/2019

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

    Director: Jamie Childs, William McGregor

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • The Scholar
    8.4/102,206 votes
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    #5 - The Scholar

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 12/6/2020

    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.

    Director: Leanne Welham

    Writer: Francesca Gardiner

  • Armour
    8.3/103,957 votes
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    #6 - Armour

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 11/24/2019

    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.

    Director: Otto Bathurst

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • Malice
    8.2/102,055 votes
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    #7 - Malice

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 12/13/2020

    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.

    Director: Jamie Childs

    Writer: Jack Thorne, Lydia Adetunji

  • The Abyss
    8.1/101,504 votes
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    #8 - The Abyss

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 1/22/2023

    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.

    Director: Amit Gupta

    Writer: Francesca Gardiner

  • The Idea of North
    8.0/104,562 votes
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    #9 - The Idea of North

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 11/10/2019

    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.

    Director: Tom Hooper, William McGregor

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • The Lost Boy
    8.0/103,589 votes
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    #10 - The Lost Boy

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 12/1/2019

    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.

    Director: Otto Bathurst, William McGregor

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • The Fight to the Death
    8.0/103,176 votes
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    #11 - The Fight to the Death

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 12/15/2019

    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.

    Director: Jamie Childs, William McGregor

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • The Cave
    8.0/102,321 votes
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    #12 - The Cave

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 11/15/2020

    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.

    Director: Jamie Childs

    Writer: Jack Thorne, Francesca Gardiner

  • The Spies
    7.9/104,019 votes
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    #13 - The Spies

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 11/17/2019

    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.

    Director: Dawn Shadforth, William McGregor

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • Æsahættr
    7.9/102,320 votes
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    #14 - Æsahættr

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 12/20/2020

    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.

    Director: Jamie Childs

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • Lyra's Jordan
    7.8/105,763 votes
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    #15 - Lyra's Jordan

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 11/3/2019

    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.

    Director: Tom Hooper

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • The City of Magpies
    7.8/102,519 votes
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    #16 - The City of Magpies

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 11/8/2020

    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.

    Director: Jamie Childs

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • Theft
    7.8/102,158 votes
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    #17 - Theft

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 11/22/2020

    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.

    Director: Leanne Welham

    Writer: Jack Thorne, Sarah Quintrell

  • No Way Out
    7.8/101,445 votes
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    #18 - No Way Out

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 1/15/2023

    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.

    Director: Weronika Tofilska, Russell Dodgson

    Writer: Amelia Spencer

  • The Botanic Garden
    7.6/102,041 votes
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    #19 - The Botanic Garden

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 2/5/2023

    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.

    Director: Harry Wootliff

    Writer: Francesca Gardiner

  • The Break
    7.5/101,548 votes
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    #20 - The Break

    Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 12/24/2022

    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.

    Director: Amit Gupta

    Writer: Jack Thorne, Amelia Spencer

  • The Intention Craft
    7.5/101,479 votes
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    #21 - The Intention Craft

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 1/1/2023

    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.

    Director: Charles Martin

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • Lyra and Her Death
    7.5/101,577 votes
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    #22 - Lyra and Her Death

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 1/8/2023

    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.

    Director: Charles Martin

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • The Enchanted Sleeper
    7.3/101,705 votes
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    #23 - The Enchanted Sleeper

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 12/18/2022

    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.

    Director: Amit Gupta

    Writer: Jack Thorne, Amelia Spencer