Dark Matter

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Apple TV+‘sDark Matteris one of the most unique TV show of the year , narrate the story of physicist Jason ( Joel Edgerton ) as he is kidnapped and delight into an alternating reading of his life and fights to get back to his core universe . It ’s an entertaining journeying that explores the mind of parallel population , a concept that has been used in many movies and TV shows before .

While the idea of parallel existence has become more democratic in the last few years with the releases ofSpider - Man : Into the SpiderVerse , Everything Everywhere All at Once , and the introduction of the Multiverse in the MCU , the idea has been used in Hollywood in pic and TV display since the thirties . Dark Matteris just the late in a melodic line of fantastic movies and idiot box shows that enter multiple different cosmos . While the postponement forseason 2 ofDark Matterbegins , there are plenty of film and TV shows that offer different flavor at their respective multiverses .

Now that I ’ve visualize how well Dark Matter was accommodate by Apple TV+ , I ’d trust them to take on one of my other favorite Blake Crouch sci - fi novel .

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15Sliders (1995-2000)

Imaginative And Groundbreaking

Slidersis often revered as the quintessential TV show about substitute reality , centering around Quinn Mallory ( Jerry O’Connell ) and his companions . Quinn accidentally opens an interdimensional vena portae which send off the group on a cosmic escapade around parallel world , a method of expatriation they call " slew " . Across its five seasons , Slidersoffers viewers something Modern every prison term , from aworld where the US lost the Revolutionary War , to one where man were treated as the " weak gender " , make it a refreshing take on the sci - fi genre .

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slipper is a science fiction television series that follow Quinn Mallory ( Jerry O’Connell ) and a group of fellow traveler as they " slide " between parallel macrocosm . With each unexampled cosmos stage a unequalled alternate reality , the team encounters various versions of Earth , facing different challenge and societal structures . The series , which publicise from 1995 to 2000 , explores topic of consequence , diversity , and adaptation .

14Community (2009-2015)

A Unique Take On The Concept

The " darkest timeline " retain to pop up throughout the show , makingCommunityone of the more unique uses of the parallel universe concept .

Communitymay come along to be just a veritable sitcom , but its exploration of parallel universes is one of the most prominent storylines throughout the show . The introduction of parallel universes in the iconic episode " Remedial Chaos Theory " is one of the apt pieces of television receiver in the situation comedy , not only provide expert comedic material but also delving into the human relationship and dynamic between the characters in unlike ways . The " dark timeline " continues to kill up throughout the show , makingCommunityone of the more uniqueuses of the parallel population concept .

Community is a comedic television serial that chronicles the lives of divers pupil at Greendale Community College , a fictional and notoriously underperforming educational institution in Colorado . unloosen in 2009 , the show explores the far-out interactions and relationship among the eclectic group navigate their academic and personal challenges .

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13The Wizard Of Oz (1939)

There’s No Place Like Home

The iconicWizard of Ozisprobably the most illustrious , yet unsung , use of a parallel population in movie chronicle . Oz is quite literally depict as being a different reality to Kansas , with this being highlighted especially by the austere difference between the dense mahogany of Dorothy ’s home and the Technicolor fantasy of the magical world . A timeless , heartwarming narrative about courage , home , and the significance of friendly relationship , The Wizard of Ozis an iconic movie , and perhaps one of the earliest exploration of a parallel universe in movie history .

Based on Frank L. Baum ’s book of the same name , The Wizard of Oz follows vernal Dorothy Gale ( Judy Garland ) as she ’s sail away to the magical terra firma of Oz . Upon go far , she fall afoul of a witch , then enlist the assist of a scarecrow , a tin man , and a lion in edict to discover the Wizard and get home to her family .

12Barbie (2023)

Barbie World vs The Real World

Playful and poignant , Barbieuses the construct of a parallel population to spotlight the difference between the " staring " Barbie World and the messy realness of the human world . By juxtaposing Barbie World with the substantial world like this , the motion-picture show takes both Barbie ( Margot Robbie ) and the audience on a journey , exploring what it truly mean to be human . Barbieis a come - of - historic period movie like no other , and its use of a parallel universe as a metaphor for embracing the imperfections of humanity is marvelous .

Barbie is a movie adaptation of the generational iconic toy directed by Greta Gerwig , who co - write the script with Noah Baumbach . The film centre on Margot Robbie ’s Barbie who is oust from Barbieland and travels with Ken ( Ryan Gosling ) to the real creation in search of felicity . The flick also stars Simu Liu , Will Ferrell , and several other famous celebrities in cameo roles .

11Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)

A Culmination Of Two Decades Of Live-Action Spider-Men

A fan - favorite , Spider - Man : No Way Homeis the third installment in Tom Holland ’s trilogy , and introduces the initial moment of the multiverse on the MCU . As Peter Parker contend with his identity being revealed , he then take it upon himself to " hold open " a host of villains from old Spider - Man dealership by charge them back to their own universe . Spider - Man : No Way Home ’s convergence of parallel universesmanaged to blend warmness - pump activity with some truly emotional scenes about doing what ’s right , while remaining a nostalgic and endearing story .

For the first time in the cinematic history of Spider - Man , our well-disposed neck of the woods hero is unmasked and no longer able to disunite his normal spirit from the trials and trial of being a superhero . In Spider - Man : No Way Home , Peter Parker ( Tom Holland ) enquire for helper from Doctor Strange ( Benedict Cumberbatch ) when his personal identity becomes a problem for the unity he eff . Unfortunately , when the spell goes wrong , Spider - Man will now have to front off with villains such as Doctor Octopus ( Alfred Molina ) and Electro ( Jamie Foxx ) as Peter finally comes to term that he ca n’t take to the woods from being Spider - Man . Supported by his tight friends and assistance from an unexpected place ( or multiverse ) , Spider - Man will go toe - to - toe with some of the most fabled foes in his storied account .

Sony is plan multiple Spider - serviceman - relate serial for Prime Video . Currently , the studio is getting quick to start take Spider - Man Noir , which will asterisk Nicolas Cage as the title character , who is not a rendering of Peter Parker in this story . Based on Sony ’s plans for the character , there could be the potential for a Spider - Man reboot on TV , which Spider - Verse producer Phil Lord and Christopher Miller were reportedly hired to oversee back in 2019 . video ’s data format allows for a Spider - Man story that is more akin to the comics ’ style , delving deeper into the persona and staying more in that world .

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Sliders is a science fiction television series that follows Quinn Mallory (Jerry O’Connell) and a group of fellow travelers as they “slide” between parallel universes. With each new world presenting a unique alternate reality, the team encounters various versions of Earth, facing different challenges and societal structures. The series, which aired from 1995 to 2000, explores themes of consequence, diversity, and adaptation.

10Rick and Morty (2013-)

A Constant Parallel Universe Innovator

Rick and Mortyis an outrageously singular and uniquely clever animated television receiver show that tells the tale of alcohol-dependent scientist Rick Sanchez , and his impressible grandson , Morty . Using Rick ’s portal gun , the titular characters travel through infinite different mankind and universes in the show , enter on a series of originative and exciting adventures as they do so . Rick and Mortyconsistently pushes the boundariesof the parallel universe conception , while frequently diving into the existential questions of infinite realities through a watercraft of non-white sense of humour and absurdism .

Rick and Morty is an vivify science fiction series that follows the freaky scientist Rick Sanchez and his impressionable grandson Morty Smith as they embark on perilous adventures across distance and alternate dimension . The show explores the impact of these exploits on Morty ’s tumultuous family life and personal challenge .

9Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness (2022)

It Really Is Madness

Fun , perfectly disorderly , and full of heart , Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madnessis a solid addition to the parallel universe genre .

The second installment in theDoctor Strangeseries sees Strange ( Benedict Cumberbatch ) enter on a delegacy to protect America Chavez ( Xochitl Gomez ) from the Scarlet Witch ( Elizabeth Olsen ) . Chavez ’s major power allows her to travel through the multiverse , withMultiverse of Madnessexploring a host of unlike parallel universes , including one where the Illuminati ( lead by Professor Charles Xavier ) is the rife superhero group on Earth . Fun , absolutely disorderly , and full of fondness , Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madnessis a solid add-on to the parallel population musical style .

8Stranger Things (2016-Present)

The Duality Of The Upside Down And Hawkins

Stranger Thingsis a ethnic phenomenon , take the world by tempest ever since it premier on Netflix in 2016 . It tells the story of a grouping of townspeople and kids from Hawkins , Indiana , as they essay to uncover the mystery of why odd phenomena keep happening in their Ithiel Town , let in thedisappearance of Will Byers(Noah Schnapp ) . It is finally revealed that Hawkins is linked to a parallel universe know as the Upside Down , where a innkeeper of evil entity , including a demagorgon , originate and wreak havoc on the town . As original as it is iconic , Stranger Thingsis a fantastic geographic expedition of the concept of a parallel world to ours , particularly one that is " evil " .

Inspired by eighty pop - culture and elements of Stephen King ’s works , Stranger Things is a supernatural activity - play idiot box series set in the fancied town of Hawkins , Indiana . When a new boy goes missing , his group of friends stumbles upon a young girl with telekinetic powers who recently escaped from a mysterious readiness . They soon substantiate that she may be their only chance at stopping an close at hand doom that threatens to engulf Hawkins whole .

7Deadpool and Wolverine (2024)

A Comedy Like No Other

absolutely screaming and ridiculous , Deadpool and Wolverineis a tonic and fun take on the parallel universegenre , go on to explore the multiverse of the MCU . Deadpool ( Ryan Reynolds ) and Wolverine ( Hugh Jackman ) squad up to try and keep his macrocosm in this R - rate superhero funniness . The multiverse is used here as a metaphor for Deadpool himself not feeling like he truly belong to anywhere , and his team - up with fellow lost soul Wolverine allows the two of them to gainsay and interchange each other for the better , all while exchanging a wide array of expletive insults .

A follow - up to the highly successful Deadpool and Deadpool 2 motion picture starring Ryan Reynolds as the Merc with a Mouth . The third film will be the first in the franchise to be produce under the Marvel Studios banner follow Disney ’s attainment of 20th Century Fox .

6Gravity Falls (2012-2016)

The Parallel Universe Pushes The Story Forward

One of the most acclaimed animate television shows of recent years , Gravity Fallstells the tale of twins Dipper ( Jason Ritter ) and Mabel ( Kristen Schaal ) as they spend their summer in the titular town , where a sort of inscrutable things go on . sobriety Fallseventually infix the twins and the consultation to a portal between dimension , with this particular parallel universe of discourse set the foundation for the show ’s flood tide in itsthree - part close , " Weirdmaggedon " . A timeless story of siblinghood , get - of - age , and risky venture , Gravity Fallsis a more than desirable addition to the parallel universe genre .

When Dipper and Mabel Pines are dropped off to pass the summertime with their uncle in Gravity Falls , they discover that all is not as it seems in this small town . When Dipper discovers a strange diary in the forest , the counterpart team up to solve the town ’s mystery story .

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Sliders is a science fiction television series that follows Quinn Mallory (Jerry O’Connell) and a group of fellow travelers as they “slide” between parallel universes. With each new world presenting a unique alternate reality, the team encounters various versions of Earth, facing different challenges and societal structures. The series, which aired from 1995 to 2000, explores themes of consequence, diversity, and adaptation.

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Remedial Chaos Theory, the Community episode that introduces the parallel universe

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Community is a comedic television series that chronicles the lives of diverse students at Greendale Community College, a fictional and notoriously underperforming educational institution in Colorado. Released in 2009, the show explores the quirky interactions and relationships among the eclectic group navigating their academic and personal challenges.

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The Wicked Witch of the West (Margaret Hamilton), Dorothy (Judy Garland) and Glinda (Billie Burke) in The Wizard of Oz (1939).

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Based on Frank L. Baum’s book of the same name, The Wizard of Oz follows young Dorothy Gale (Judy Garland) as she’s swept away to the magical land of Oz. Upon arriving, she falls afoul of a witch, then enlists the help of a scarecrow, a tin man, and a lion in order to find the Wizard and get home to her family.

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Barbie is a film adaptation of the generational iconic toy directed by Greta Gerwig, who co-wrote the script with Noah Baumbach. The film centers on Margot Robbie’s Barbie who is expelled from Barbieland and travels with Ken (Ryan Gosling) to the real world in search of happiness. The film also stars Simu Liu, Will Ferrell, and several other famous celebrities in cameo roles.

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3 Spider-Men fighting together in Spider-Man No Way Home

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For the first time in the cinematic history of Spider-Man, our friendly neighborhood hero is unmasked and no longer able to separate his normal life from the trials and tribulations of being a superhero. In Spider-Man: No Way Home, Peter Parker (Tom Holland) asks for help from Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) when his identity becomes a problem for the ones he loves. Unfortunately, when the spell goes wrong, Spider-Man will now have to face off with villains such as Doctor Octopus (Alfred Molina) and Electro (Jamie Foxx) as Peter finally comes to terms that he can’t run from being Spider-Man. Supported by his close friends and help from an unexpected place (or multiverse), Spider-Man will go toe-to-toe with some of the most legendary foes in his storied history.

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Rick and Morty looking at each other with countless Rick variants behind them.

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Rick and Morty is an animated science fiction series that follows the eccentric scientist Rick Sanchez and his impressionable grandson Morty Smith as they embark on perilous adventures across space and alternate dimensions. The show explores the impact of these exploits on Morty’s tumultuous family life and personal challenges.

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Inspired by 80s pop-culture and elements of Stephen King’s works, Stranger Things is a supernatural action-drama TV series set in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana.When a young boy goes missing, his group of friends stumbles upon a young girl with telekinetic powers who recently escaped from a mysterious facility. They soon realize that she may be their only chance at stopping an impending doom that threatens to engulf Hawkins whole.

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A follow-up to the highly successful Deadpool and Deadpool 2 films starring Ryan Reynolds as the Merc with a Mouth. The third film will be the first in the franchise to be developed under the Marvel Studios banner following Disney’s acquisition of 20th Century Fox.

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When Dipper and Mabel Pines are dropped off to spend the summer with their uncle in Gravity Falls, they discover that all is not as it seems in this small town. When Dipper discovers a strange journal in the forest, the twins team up to solve the town’s mysteries.

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