The U.S. cable network has ordered additional episodes for the new space thrillers, keeping them on air through next year.
- Sep 2, 2015
AceShowbiz - "Dark Matter" and "Killjoys" are here to stay. Syfy has ordered a second season for both, keeping them on air through 2016.
Based on "Dark Horse" graphic novel, "Dark Matter" follows six people who wake up in a spaceship not knowing who they are and why they are there. The first season averaged 1.8 million viewers. "With its mysterious premise and fascinating characters, 'Dark Matter' has built an incredibly loyal, passionate and engaged fan base," said Chris Regina, senior vice president, Program Strategy, Syfy. "We look forward to another out-of-the-world season from this talented creative team."
"Killjoys" follows three bounty hunters as they traverse a distant planetary system in pursuit of violent criminals amid class tensions and the threat of war. It averaged 1.5 million viewers on the first season. "With exciting space-based action, deep world building, and a standout cast, Killjoys has struck a nerve with viewers and critics alike," said Bill McGoldrick, executive vp of original content at Syfy, in a statement.
The U.S. cable channel ordered another 13 episodes for "Dark Matter" and 10 episodes for "Killjoys".
