{
  "id": 2800959,
  "title": "EXCLUSIVE: Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly tease ‘beautiful chaos’ in Dark Matter season 2",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/exclusive-joel-edgerton-and-jennifer-connelly-tease-beautiful-chaos",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-23T14:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Digital Trends",
    "slug": "digital-trends",
    "url": "https://www.digitaltrends.com/movies/dark-matter-season-2-interview-joel-edgerton-jennifer-connelly-exclusive/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly reprise their roles as physicist Jason and his wife Daniela in the second season of sci-fi series Dark Matter. The duo discussed their return in an interview with Digital Trends. Connelly expressed her delight in working with Edgerton again, noting that it allowed for more time focusing on their relationship. She elaborated on the character's struggles as they continue their journey through the Multiverse, facing numerous challenges while attempting to maintain a sense of happiness for their family. Edgerton also added that each new world they encounter presents a checklist of obstacles to overcome, such as finding their counterparts and navigating the intricacies of life in a foreign universe. The two actors highlighted the \"beautiful chaos\" of season 2, emphasizing the increased complications and complications faced by their characters. They also touched on the deeper exploration of the characters' dynamics, which the show's creator, Blake Crouch, had expanded upon from the first season. Both actors expressed hope that the show would receive a third season, citing the strong chemistry between them and their appreciation for the collaborative environment within the production.",
  "summary": "Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly discuss what fans can expect from Dark Matter season 2, Jason and Daniela’s relationship, and whether there will be a third season.",
  "key_points": [
    "Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly return as Jason and Daniela in Dark Matter season 2.",
    "They discuss the 'beautiful chaos' of navigating multiple worlds and family struggles.",
    "Actors hope for a third season due to strong chemistry and collaborative environment."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}