The BEST episodes of His Dark Materials
Every episode of His Dark Materials ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of His Dark Materials!
In an alternative world where all humans have animal companions called dæmons, which are the manifestation of the human soul, a young orphan living with the tutors at Jordan College, Oxford discovers a dangerous secret that involves Lord Asriel and Marisa Coulter. In her search for her missing friend, she uncovers a slew of kidnappings and its link to the mysterious substance called Dust.
#1 - 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.
#2 - 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.
#3 - Theft
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/22/2020
Lyra ignores the alethiometer's advice leading to dangerous consequences.
#4 - Tower of the Angels
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/29/2020
Will and Lyra make a plan, unaware of the dangers or the cost involved.
#5 - The Scholar
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/6/2020
Will and Lyra set out to retrieve what's been lost. Mary takes a leap of faith.
#6 - 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.
#7 - 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.
#8 - The Clouded Mountain
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/29/2023
Will and Lyra makes an effort to search for their demons on the battlefield amidst of the turmoil; Asriel challenges against their greatest foe yet.
#9 - 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.
#10 - The Spies
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/17/2019
From the clutches of the Gobblers, Lyra finds help from an unlikely source, which helps her piece together more about her past and keep safe from the Magisterium.
#11 - 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.
#12 - 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.
#13 - 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.
#14 - 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.
#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.
#16 - 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.
#17 - The Enchanted Sleeper
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 12/18/2022
As Will searches for Lyra across worlds, Mrs. Coulter tests an unlikely new ally, while Asriel recruits for his war against the Authority.
#18 - The Break
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 12/25/2022
As the Magisterium closes in on Mrs. Coulter, Will tries to help Lyra to safety. Asriel's base is rocked by unexpected visitors.
#19 - The Intention Craft
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/1/2023
Lyra and Will seek help to fix Will’s knife. Mrs. Coulter causes chaos at Asriel’s republic.
#20 - Lyra and Her Death
Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/8/2023
Lyra and Will travel to a dangerous place from which no one has ever returned. Mrs. Coulter tries to thwart the Magisterium's deadly plan.
#21 - No Way Out
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/15/2023
Will and Lyra journey into the Land of the Dead in search of Roger; Mrs. Coulter risks everything to save Lyra.
#22 - The Abyss
Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/22/2023
Lyra and Will try to escape from the Land of the dead; meanwhile, Asriel makes a startling discovery.
#23 - The Botanic Garden
Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/5/2023
Lyra and Will finally reunite with Mary and learns that there is something they need to make a sacrifice.