Discover the Ultimate Sci-Fi Series on Apple TV+ for Your Post-Constellation Viewing

Attention: Spoilers ahead for season 1 of Constellation and Dark Matter by Blake Crouch, which inspired the show of the same name.

Constellation is currently airing, but AppleTV+ has another sci-fi series lined up to follow shortly after its conclusion. With Constellation delving into a particular science fiction theme, it bears a striking resemblance to another upcoming project from Apple. Despite being separate shows, their shared platform makes them equally accessible to viewers.

AppleTV+'s Dark Matter Shares A Lot In Common With Constellation

Apple's streaming service has been diving deeper into science-fiction content lately, creating original shows and adapting books for the screen. The Constellation series is currently in production, while another upcoming show, Dark Matter, originally started as a novel. Despite some differences between the two projects, the similarities are hard to ignore.

Both shows explore the multiverse

Joel Edgerton as Jason Dessen standing in front of an ominous metal cube and holding a case in Dark Matter - Both shows explore the multiverse - AppleTV+'s Dark Matter Shares A Lot In Common With Constellation

Blake Crouch's Dark Matter novel has been adapted into an Apple TV+ show and is set to premiere on May 8, 2024. The adaptation of Dark Matter and Constellation, despite belonging to the same genre, both delve into similar themes. For example, the character Jo in Constellation, portrayed by Noomi Rapace, finds herself in a different universe involuntarily, separated from her loved ones. This mirrors the storyline of Jason Dessen, played by Joel Edgerton, in Dark Matter. From the initial glimpses of Dark Matter, the adaptation appears to be very promising.

Apple's streaming platform has shown a strong commitment to science-fiction content in recent times.

Both Constellation and Dark Matter feature protagonists who embark on similar journeys. Both shows incorporate multiversal travel through the concept of the Observer Effect, inspired by real-world quantum physics. While the science may be fictional, it is fascinating how both series use this concept as a plot device. It is even more intriguing that Apple has decided to release them so closely together.

Constellation concludes on March 27, 2024, and Dark Matter starts precisely 6 weeks later.

How Dark Matter Differs From Constellation

Dark Matter is a little more fantastical than Constellation (But not by much)

Noomi Rapace as Jo holding her daughter's face in her hands in Constellation - Dark Matter is a little more fantastical than Constellation (But not by much) - How Dark Matter Differs From Constellation

In Dark Matter, there is no space travel unlike in Constellation. Jason is aware that he is journeying through various universes specifically to rescue his family from a different version of himself. The presence of a villain, who also serves as the main character, sets Dark Matter apart from Constellation.

So far, in Constellation, there hasn't been an antagonist introduced. Jo's main challenge is understanding the constant changes in her surroundings. She doesn't have a reliable way to move between alternate realities like Jason. Jo's fate in Constellation is not as clear and achievable as Jason's in Dark Matter.

Editor's P/S:

The article highlights the striking similarities between AppleTV+'s upcoming sci-fi series, "Constellation" and "Dark Matter." Both shows explore the multiverse and incorporate the Observer Effect from quantum physics as a plot device. The proximity of their release dates, with "Constellation" concluding just six weeks before "Dark Matter" premieres, is intriguing.

While sharing common themes, the shows also exhibit slight differences. "Dark Matter" has a more fantastical element, with Jason embarking on a specific mission to rescue his family. In contrast, "Constellation" focuses on Jo's journey of understanding her ever-changing surroundings. The absence of an antagonist in "Constellation" sets it apart from "Dark Matter," where Jason faces a villainous version of himself. These nuanced differences add depth and intrigue to both series, making them compelling viewing experiences for fans of the science-fiction genre.