His Dark Materials, based on Philip Pullman’s fantasy novels of the same name, was one of the real success stories of 2019. So, the arrival of His Dark Materials Season 3 before the year ends is something that fans of the series and the novels alike have been looking forward to see. After all, Season 2 concluded two years ago!
Announced as the third and final series, His Dark Materials Season 3 is based on The Amber Spyglass, the last of Pullman’s trilogy of fantasy novels. Ahead of the third and final season premiere, you can find out exactly when and where to watch new episodes here.
What’s in this Guide?
His Dark Materials Season 3 preview
His Dark Materials takes place in a unique multiverse, populated with alternative universes. In one of these universes, humans are bound to talking animals called ‘daemons’. The narrative depicts the life of Lyra Belacqua, a young girl trying to save the existence of those around her, guided by her alethiometer, who can see into the future.
Seasons 1 and 2 of the TV series are based on Northern Lights and The Subtle Knife, respectively, with the second season ending back in 2020. After two long years, the third season finally kicks off and being the final season, fans can expect for this captivating fantasy story to end with a bang.
In the trailer for His Dark Materials Season 3, fans are reacquainted with James McAvoy’s character, Lord Asriel, as he builds an army to combat the Authority. This war escalates to the point of no return, with creatures and forces from different worlds joining the epic battle. Angels will also have to interfere and pick a side. From the looks of it, Lord Asriel will have a bigger role to play in the final series, even though he was absent from most of Season 2.
The third season also sees Lyra being captured by Mrs Coulter while Will searches for her. There’s a new character joining Season 3 as well, with Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje playing the role of Commander Ogunwe, leader of Asriel’s military forces. Even better, Lin-Manuel Miranda has been announced to reprise his role as Lee Scoresby despite a devastating end for the character in last season’s finale.
His Dark Materials Season 3 trailer
You can watch the official His Dark Materials Season 3 trailer below.
How many seasons of His Dark Materials are there?
Including the upcoming new season launching this December, His Dark Materials consists of three seasons. Unfortunately, the third season is also the show’s final one. Every season of the show is based on Philip Pullman’s trilogy of novels, so Season 1 is based on Northern Lights while Season 2 is based on The Subtle Knife. All seasons are available in Australia on streaming TV.
| Season | Released | Streaming Services |
|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 2019 | Foxtel Now / BINGE |
| Season 2 | 2020 | Foxtel Now / BINGE |
| Season 3 | 2022 | Foxtel Now / BINGE |
His Dark Materials Season 3 release date
After His Dark Materials Season 3 release date was confirmed, His Dark Materials Season 3 premiered with two episodes on Foxtel and Foxtel Now on 6th December 2022. It also debuted on BINGE on the same day. His Dark Materials’ third season had eight episodes, and with two episodes streaming weekly. The double-episode series finale aired on 27th December 2022. Here’s an episode guide for streaming the final season on demand.
| His Dark Materials S3 | Running Time | Streaming Services |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 1: The Enchanted Sleeper | 54 mins | Foxtel Now / BINGE |
| Episode 2: The Break | 57 mins | Foxtel Now / BINGE |
| Episode 3: The Intention Craft | 55 mins | Foxtel Now / BINGE |
| Episode 4: Lyra and Her Death | 56 mins | Foxtel Now / BINGE |
| Episode 5: No Way Out | 55 mins | Foxtel Now / BINGE |
| Episode 6: The Abyss | 56 mins | Foxtel Now / BINGE |
| Episode 7: The Clouded Mountain | 48 mins | Foxtel Now / BINGE |
| Episode 8: The Botanic Garden | 57 mins | Foxtel Now / BINGE |
How to watch His Dark Materials TV series in Australia?
FeaturedEvery season of His Dark Materials is available exclusively in Australia via Foxtel‘s Fox Showcase channel and BINGE. Fortunately, Fox Showcase is part of Foxtel’s cheapest Foxtel Plus bundle, which Foxtel offers to access over 50 other channels of drama, lifestyle, reality, docos, news and more. It’s not available on free to air, or with any other provider at this moment in time.
It’s also worth noting that the first instalment of His Dark Materials has already been adapted for the big screen before, which was released in 2007 and distributed by New Line Cinema. Titled The Golden Compass, it starred Dakota Blue Richards as Lyra Belacqua, Nicole Kidman as Marisa Coulter, and Daniel Craig as Lord Asriel,
Stream His Dark Materials Season 3 on BINGE
You can watch His Dark Materials Season 3 online with a BINGE 14 day free trial. After that, a Basic subscription costs $10 per month and allows you to watch in Standard Definition on one device. A Standard Plan is $16 per month and enables you to watch in standard or high definition on two devices. The BINGE Premium Plan ($18 per month) is the last alternative, allowing you to watch on up to four screens/devices in SD or HD. All BINGE plans are ad-free and subject to cancellation at any time.
Watch His Dark Materials Season 3 on Foxtel Now
All seasons of His Dark Materials can also be streamed via Foxtel Now in Australia. The series is available On Demand too and using Foxtel Now’s 10 day free trial you can stream previous and new episodes for free. Both choices include the option to stream programs free using the Foxtel Go app. For more streaming options, premium packs like Drama Extra, Sport, and Movies can be added to your base plan.
Watch His Dark Materials Season 3 on Telstra
To watch His Dark Materials, Australia has selected streaming services available through Telstra. Telstra customers can access Foxtel or Foxtel Now channels by simply adding either service to their accounts. You can even save on plan fees with Foxtel.
Foxtel from Telstra (including Foxtel Now from Telstra) offers the exact same programming as a standard Foxtel service but is often available at a reduced monthly cost. With the Foxtel Now from Telstra offer, you can also watch the show on the move using the Foxtel Go app.
On the other hand, the BINGE from Telstra lets you enjoy BINGE Standard from only $5 per month for 12 months when you sign up via Telstra!
His Dark Materials cast
Main cast members Dafne Keen and Amir Wilson will continue their lead roles as Lyra and Will, along with Ruth Wilson’s Mrs Coulter, Simone Kirby’s Mary Malone, Ruta Gedmintas’ Serafina Pekkala and Will Keen’s Father MacPhail. Heartstopper actor Kit Connor will also reprise his role as the voice of Lyra’s daemon, Pantalaimon. Below we’ve listed His Dark Materials cast alongside their characters.
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Streaming devices for watching Foxtel Now and BINGE
The following are the list of compatible streaming devices for which you can stream His Dark Materials S3 and many other TV series at home or on the go.
Devices supported on Foxtel/Foxtel Go
- PC/Mac: Yes – Web browser only (Chrome for PC; Chrome & Safari for Mac)
- iOS: Yes – Devices with iOS 9.35 or above
- Android: Yes – Devices with Android 5.0 and above (Android 13 beta versions are not supported)
- Google Chromecast: Yes – Via casting (only on Multiroom service)
- Google Nest: Yes – Via compatible Chromecast device connected or built-in to your TV
- Apple TV: Yes – Via AirPlay (only on Multiroom service)
- Smart TVs: Yes – Via casting only (only on Multiroom service)
Devices supported on Foxtel Now
- Foxtel Now Box: Yes
- Sony Android TV: Yes – OS Android 8 – Android 12
- iOS Mobiles/Tablets: Yes – Via Foxtel Go app (iOS 9.35 or above)
- Android Mobiles/Tablets: Yes – Via
native app (Lollipop 5.0 or above) - PC/Mac: Yes – Windows devices running Windows 7 and above. Mac devices running OS X Yosemite 10.10 and above
- Google Chromecast: Yes – Via casting
- Google Nest: Yes – on Foxtel Go via a compatible Chromecast device connected or built-in to your TV
- Apple TV: Yes – Via AirPlay
- Gaming consoles: Yes – PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 4 Pro (Foxtel Play on PlayStation 3)
- Samsung Smart TVs: Yes – Select 2017 models and above, running on Tizen 3.0 or above. (Foxtel Play on 2015 and 2016 models)
- LG Smart TVs: Yes – Select 2017-2022 models, running webOS 3.5 or above
- Hisense Smart TVs: Yes – Select 2019 – 2020 models
- Shield TV: Yes – on Shield TV and Shield TV Pro
Devices supported on BINGE
- PC/Mac: Yes – Web browser only (Chrome, Safari, Firefox and Edge); supported on
MacOS : 10.12+ & Windows: 10+ - iOS Mobile Devices: Yes – iOS15+ including Apple iPhones/iPads
- Android Mobile Devices: Yes – Android Phone/Tablets OS 8+
- Google Chromecast: Yes – Chromecast Ultra, Chromecast 3rd Generation + & Chromecast w/ Google TV
- Google TV Streamer: Yes
- Apple TV: Yes – 4th Gen or higher; tvOS 15+
- Hubbl small device: Yes
- Hubbl Glass: Yes
- Amazon Fire TV Stick: Yes
- Android TV: Yes – OS version 8.0+ and above on selected devices
- Samsung TV: Yes – 2017 models or later
- LG TV: Yes – selected 2018 models or later
- Hisense TV: Yes – selected 2020-2024 models
- Gaming Consoles: Yes – PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox (Series X, Series S, One S and One X)
