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The Best Episodes of His Dark Materials Season 3

Every episode of His Dark Materials Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of His Dark Materials Season 3!

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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 a sinister plot involving stolen children and turns into a

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    His Dark Materials Season 3 Episode 1 - The Enchanted Sleeper
    6.8/10(29 votes)

    #1 - The Enchanted Sleeper

    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.

    Director:Amit Gupta
    Writers:Jack Thorne, Amelia Spencer

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  2. His Dark Materials Season 3 Episode 2 - The Break
    7.0/10(28 votes)

    #2 - The Break

    S3:E2

    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
    Writers:Jack Thorne, Amelia Spencer

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  3. His Dark Materials Season 3 Episode 3 - The Intention Craft
    6.9/10(27 votes)

    #3 - The Intention Craft

    S3:E3

    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

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  4. His Dark Materials Season 3 Episode 4 - Lyra and Her Death
    7.0/10(29 votes)

    #4 - Lyra and Her Death

    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.

    Director:Charles Martin
    Writer:Jack Thorne

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  5. His Dark Materials Season 3 Episode 5 - No Way Out
    7.1/10(28 votes)

    #5 - No Way Out

    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.

    Directors:Weronika Tofilska, Russell Dodgson
    Writer:Amelia Spencer

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  6. His Dark Materials Season 3 Episode 6 - The Abyss
    7.3/10(26 votes)

    #6 - The Abyss

    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.

    Director:Amit Gupta
    Writer:Francesca Gardiner

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  7. His Dark Materials Season 3 Episode 7 - The Clouded Mountain
    7.2/10(29 votes)

    #7 - The Clouded Mountain

    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.

    Director:Amit Gupta
    Writer:Francesca Gardiner

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  8. His Dark Materials Season 3 Episode 8 - The Botanic Garden
    7.4/10(24 votes)

    #8 - The Botanic Garden

    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.

    Director:Harry Wootliff
    Writer:Francesca Gardiner

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"The Enchanted Sleeper" is the best rated episode of "His Dark Materials" season 3. It scored 6.8/10 based on 29 votes. Directed by Amit Gupta and written by Jack Thorne, Amelia Spencer, it aired on 12/18/2022. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "The Break".