philip pullman movies
his dark materials
His Dark Materials - 2003 (TV Series)
His Dark Materials was an adaptation of Philip Pullman’s fantasy trilogy. It followed Lyra Belacqua and Will Parry as they uncovered cosmic secrets, battled the oppressive Magisterium, and explored parallel worlds. The series blended adventure, philosophy, and theology, featuring daemons, Dust, and destiny-driven conflicts across multiple realities.
THE Golden Compass – 2007
The Golden Compass follows young Lyra Belacqua, who embarks on an adventure to the Arctic to rescue kidnapped children. Along the way, she discovers powerful secrets about a mysterious substance called Dust, aided by her magical compass and a group of rebels. The film explores themes of free will and power.
His Dark Materials Season 1 - 2019 (TV Series)
His Dark Materials Season 1 follows Lyra Belacqua, a young girl in a parallel universe, as she uncovers a conspiracy surrounding kidnapped children and a mysterious substance called Dust. With the help of allies, she embarks on a journey to the Arctic, challenging powerful forces controlling her world.
His Dark Materials Season 2 - 2020 (TV Series)
His Dark Materials Season 2 follows Lyra Silvertongue as she ventures into a new world to find her friend, Roger, and uncover the truth about Dust. She joins forces with Will Parry, who discovers his own key role in the battle against dark forces threatening multiple worlds.
His Dark Materials Season 3 - 2022 (TV Series)
In His Dark Materials Season 3, Lyra and Will continue their journey to stop a cataclysmic war between worlds. They confront the mysteries of Dust, struggle with betrayal, and face formidable enemies. The season culminates in the resolution of key character arcs and the fate of the multiverse.
Sally Lockhart Mysteries
Ruby In The Smoke - 2006
The Ruby in the Smoke is a BBC mystery drama based on Philip Pullman’s novel. Set in Victorian London, it follows Sally Lockhart, a young woman investigating her father’s mysterious death. Unraveling a web of deceit, opium smuggling, and a cursed ruby, she faces dangerous enemies while uncovering family secrets.
The Shadow in the North - 2007
The Shadow in the North is a British mystery drama based on Philip Pullman’s novel. Set in Victorian England, detective Sally Lockhart investigates a vanished fortune and a sinister weapons manufacturer. With her friends, she uncovers a deadly conspiracy, facing danger and heartbreak in her relentless pursuit of justice.
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How to be Cool - 1988 (TV Series)
How to Be Cool is a 1988 British television series adapted from Philip Pullman's 1987 novel. The story follows Jacob, who uncovers the National Cool Board's sinister plans and devises a strategy to outsmart them. The series stars Roger Daltrey and Freddie Jones, and consists of three 50-minute episodes that aired in December 1988.
I Was A Rat - 2001 (TV Mini Series)
I Was a Rat! is a TV mini-series based on Philip Pullman’s novel. It follows a young boy, Roger, who mysteriously appears at a couple’s doorstep, claiming he was once a rat. As they try to uncover his origins, Roger faces exploitation, danger, and self-discovery in a whimsical yet dark adventure.
The Butterfly Tattoo - 2008
The Butterfly Tattoo is a British romantic thriller based on Philip Pullman’s novel. It follows Chris, a young engineer, who falls for Jenny, a mysterious girl with a dark past. As their love deepens, Chris becomes entangled in a violent conspiracy, leading to tragic consequences and heartbreak.
