Dark Matter: Season 2
2026 · 10 episodes · ★ 8.2
What Season 2 of Dark Matter
Jason Dessen, played by Joel Edgerton, tries to settle down with his family in a world that finally seems safe. But something unimaginable forces them to flee once again. Jason can't stop thinking about the Box, and his obsession puts his marriage to the test. Daniela, increasingly paranoid, begins to shatter the fragile calm of their home. Meanwhile, Amanda and Ryan join forces in a desperate search for the way back home. Blair wants to stop Jason, and Leighton remains determined to build a perfect world.
Season 2 Episodes
2x01 A Quiet Life
The Dessens receive an unwelcome visitor. Ryan finds Amanda. Leighton finds himself.
Directed by: Gwyneth Horder-Payton · Writing: Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry, Blake Crouch · Cast: Kate Eastman, Chris Diamantopoulos, Adrienne Lewis, Michael B. Woods
2x02 A Perfect World
The search for a new home starts again. Amanda and Ryan set off on a quest.
Director: Gwyneth Horder-Payton · Writers: Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry, Blake Crouch · Cast: Bassam Abdelfattah, Chris Diamantopoulos, Adrienne Lewis, Yao Dogbe
2x03 Everything Beautiful, Everything Terrible
Jason's fixation on the Box tests his marriage. Ryan and Amanda step into a world forever changed.
Directed by: Charlotte Sieling · Writing: Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry, Blake Crouch · Cast: William Smillie, Bassam Abdelfattah, Chris Diamantopoulos, Tyler Merritt
2x04 Stars, Hide Your Fires
The Dessens reach their breaking point.
Directed by: Charlotte Sieling · Writing: Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry, Blake Crouch · Cast: William Smillie, Chris Diamantopoulos, Kevin Chacon, Jenne Kang
2x05 Love and Be Loved
The story of a Jason who lost his family.
Directed by: Alik Sakharov · Writing: Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry, Blake Crouch · Cast: William Smillie, Angela Sarafyan, Linda Bove, Diane Howard
2x06 What the Universe Is Made Of
Daniela meets someone from her past. Jason pursues his dream. Leighton unveils a new project.
Directed by: Amit Gupta · Writing: Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry, Blake Crouch · Cast: Yao Dogbe, Tyler Merritt, Kevin Chacon, Jada Jackson
2x07 The Pyramid
Charlie meets a kind stranger. Blair gives Leighton a warning. Amanda and Ryan face an unknown horror.
Directed by: Amit Gupta · Writing: Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry, Blake Crouch · Cast: William Smillie, Bassam Abdelfattah, Chris Diamantopoulos, Adrienne Lewis
2x08 The Basic Oneness of Everything
Laurel discovers a new purpose after a shocking arrival shakes up her world.
Directed by: Guillermo Navarro · Writing: Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry, Blake Crouch · Cast: Margo Martindale
2x09 How to Build the Box
As unexpected reunions unfold, Agent MacNamara sees for himself what the Box can do.
Directed by: Nick Murphy · Writing: Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry, Blake Crouch · Cast: Chris Diamantopoulos, Melisa Soldedad Pereyra, Kai Young, Victor Holstein
2x10 No Quiet Life Season Finale
A high-stakes gambit leads to unintended consequences.
Directed by: Nick Murphy · Writing: Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry, Blake Crouch
Season 2 Cast
Joel EdgertonJason Dessen / Jason210 episodes
Oakes FegleyCharlie Dessen10 episodes
Amanda BrugelButterscotch / Blair Caplan10 episodes
William SmillieMatt4 episodes
Kevin ChaconEduardo4 episodes
Adrienne LewisSandra3 episodes
Kai YoungAgent Zhao3 episodes
Tyler MerrittDr. Lindley2 episodes
Jenne KangDr. Springer2 episodes
Michael B. WoodsOfficer Jay Stringer2 episodes
Tim NeffJason Double2 episodesWhere to Watch Season 2 of Dark Matter
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Episodes Are in Dark Matter Season 2?
Dark Matter Season 2 has 10 episodes.
When Did Dark Matter Season 2 Premiere?
Premiered on August 27, 2026.
Where to Watch Dark Matter Season 2
By subscription, on Apple TV and Apple TV Amazon Channel (the offer may vary by country).
What is the best episode of Season 2?
According to the audience rating on TMDB, episode 2x05, "Love and Be Loved", with a 8.8.