Dark
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| Number of Seasons | 3 |
| Number of Episodes | 26 |
| Episode Length | 44–73 minutes |
| Genre | Sci-fi thriller, drama, crime, mystery |
| Starring | Louis Hoffmann, Karoline Eichhorn, Maja Schöne, Lisa Vicari |
| Screenplay Credits | Mark O. Seng, Ronny Schalk, Martin Behnke |
| Creators | Baran bo Odar, Jantje Friese |
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| Country | Germany, USA |
| Website | netflix.com/dark |
| Release years | 2017–2020 |
| Kinopoisk • IMDb rating | 8.1/10 • 8.7/10 |
| Age rating | 18+ |
"Dark" is a captivating German science fiction series that has become a shining example of cinematic mastery. Created by the distinguished director Baran bo Odar, production was managed by Baran bo Odar Produktion in collaboration with the international streaming giant Netflix. The series premiered on April 1, 2017, and immediately generated a flurry of interest. It soon became a true cultural phenomenon, gaining recognition and captivating the imagination of millions of viewers worldwide.
Starring
Louis Hofmann - Teenager (originally) Jonas Kahnwald
Minor roles
Statistics
Total duration of the series:24 hours 13 minutes
Number of filming years: 3
Number of directors: 1
Film crew
Directors
Baran bo Odar
Producers
Jantje Friese, Quirin Berg, Erik Barmak, Baran bo Odar, Max Wiedemann, Amanda Krenzmann, Philipp Klausing, Lars Gmeling, Arno Neubauer, Justyna Musch
Camera Operators
Nikolaus Summerer
Plot
A brief description of the events of the series
Darkness unfolds as a gripping narrative about The inevitability of loss and the weight of mistakes that cannot be undone. At the center of this story are heroes desperately trying to save those they love and prevent suffering, but their noble efforts backfire, drawing them into an abyss of ever-increasing chaos and confusion. Every step, every attempt to change the course of events, brings no relief, but only adds to the difficulties, forcing the characters to confront the harsh realities of the human struggle.
This series goes far beyond the usual time-travel stories, transforming into an intellectual exploration of the depths of human nature, the eternal questions of free will, and the multilayered consequences of our actions. It raises complex but important themes: how much can we influence our own destiny? To what extent do our decisions truly shape the world around us, and where is the line between free choice and predestination? These reflections invite the viewer to a deeper understanding of their own lives, forcing them to consider the invisible connections that unite all actions and events into a single pattern of existence.
Season-by-season description of the series events
Season 1
Season 2
Season 3
Season-by-Season Overview of Series Episodes
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| Seasons | Episodes | ||||||||||
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| Season 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
| Season 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |||
| Season 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |||
Features
Episodes
Dialogues
Relationships
Characters
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Interesting Pages
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Interesting Facts and Notes
- Each opening sequence of the series is generously saturated with hidden details and symbols. The creators subtly leave clues and hints between the lines, encouraging viewers to discover clues to the plot themselves. This approach heightens the intrigue, engaging the audience in active exploration.
- The name of the fictional city of Winden directly translates in German as "to twist," perfectly capturing the idea of cyclical events that underpins the main plot. This symbolism becomes the cornerstone of the narrative.
- The theme of time travel is explored through various mechanisms, but the wormhole plays a key role. This space-time anomaly connects three time periods—1953, 1986, and 2019—at intervals of 33 years, becoming the heart of the narrative structure.
- The Sic Mundus cult plays a crucial role in the development of events. Their desire for complete control over time echoes their name, which derives from the Latin phrase "Sic mundus creatus est" ("Thus was the world created"), emphasizing the philosophical depth of their ideology and ambitions.
- The names of the series' main characters are often full of biblical symbolism, adding further meaning to the events. Thus, Jonas is a German variation of the name Jonah, which has deep religious and philosophical undertones that perfectly align with the plot's dynamics.
- One of the main themes of the work is the concept of parallel universes. The transitions between these worlds are accompanied by impressive sound and visual effects that emphasize the mystery of the events and heighten the atmosphere of tension.
- The work covers a wide range of themes, from scientific ideas to profound human emotions. The screenwriters' exquisite work conveys pain, love, loss, and the search for meaning, seamlessly woven into the story's fantastical fabric.
