His Dark Materials: Season 2
2020 · 7 episodes · ★ 7.5
Series 2
What Season 2 of His Dark Materials
Series 2 begins after Lord Asriel has opened a bridge to a new world, and, distraught over the death of her best friend, Lyra follows Asriel into the unknown. In a strange and mysterious abandoned city she meets Will, a boy from our world who is also running from a troubled past. Mrs. Coulter searches for Lyra, determined to bring her home by any means necessary.
Season 2 Episodes
2x01 The City of Magpies
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.
Directing: Jamie Childs · Writing: Jack Thorne · Starring: Marama Corlett, Ian Peck, Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù, Kit Connor
2x02 The Cave
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.
Directing: Jamie Childs · Writing: Jack Thorne, Francesca Gardiner · Starring: Gary Lewis, Johanne Murdock, Jane How, Brian Protheroe
2x03 Theft
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.
Directing: Leanne Welham · Writing: Jack Thorne, Sarah Quintrell · Starring: Nina Sosanya, Angus Wright, Jamie Wilkes, Henry Miller
2x04 Tower of the Angels
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.
Directing: Leanne Welham · Writing: Jack Thorne, Namsi Khan · Starring: Kit Connor, Cristela Alonzo, Remmie Milner, Ella Schrey-Yeats
2x05 The Scholar
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.
Directed by: Leanne Welham · Written by: Francesca Gardiner · Starring: Kit Connor, Ella Schrey-Yeats, Sophie Okonedo, David Langham
2x06 Malice
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.
Directing: Jamie Childs · Writing: Jack Thorne, Lydia Adetunji · Starring: Kit Connor, David Suchet, Cristela Alonzo, Remmie Milner
2x07 Æsahættr Season Finale
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.
Directing: Jamie Childs · Writing: Jack Thorne · Starring: Lewin Lloyd, James McAvoy, Kit Connor, Helen McCrory
Season 2 Cast
Amir WilsonWill Parry7 episodes
Ruth WilsonMrs Coulter7 episodes
Ariyon BakareLord Carlo Boreal7 episodes
Simone KirbyMary Malone7 episodes
Ruta GedmintasSerafina Pekkala7 episodes
Jade AnoukaRuta Skadi7 episodes
Will KeenFather/Cardinal MacPhail7 episodes
Cristela AlonzoHester (voice)5 episodes
Ella Schrey-YeatsPaola5 episodes
Sasha FrostReina Miti5 episodes
David SuchetKaisa (voice)4 episodes
Remmie MilnerLena Feldt4 episodes
Frank BourkeFra Pavel4 episodes
David LanghamFather Garret3 episodes
Sean GilderFather Graves3 episodes
Lewis MacDougallTullio3 episodes
Jamie WilkesPale Faced Man2 episodesAll Seasons
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Season 2 of His Dark Materials have?
Season 2 of His Dark Materials has 7 episodes.
When did Season 2 of His Dark Materials premiere?
Aired on November 8, 2020.
Where to watch Season 2 of His Dark Materials?
Available by subscription on Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total, HBO Max, and HBO Max Amazon Channel (availability may vary by country).
What is the best episode of Season 2?
According to the TMDB audience score, 2x04, "Tower of the Angels", with a 7.8.