"his Dark Materials" The Spies(2019) Site

: In a tragic subplot, Benjamin and Tony raid Mrs. Coulter's apartment for information; Benjamin kills himself to avoid capture after being discovered. Themes & Reception

: Mrs. Coulter raids Jordan College to find Lyra, eventually learning she has the alethiometer. She releases "spy flies"—robotic insectoid devices—to track her down. "His Dark Materials" The Spies(2019)

: In a major departure from the pacing of the books, Ma Costa reveals the truth about Lyra’s heritage: she is the daughter of Mrs. Coulter and Lord Asriel, born from a scandalous affair. : In a tragic subplot, Benjamin and Tony raid Mrs

: Lyra is rescued from a Gobbler van by Tony Costa and a group of young Gyptians, who bring her to the safety of their boats. Coulter raids Jordan College to find Lyra, eventually

The episode is noted for its shift into "spy thriller" territory, particularly through Lord Boreal’s scenes involving facial recognition and secret meetings.

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The episode picks up immediately following Lyra Belacqua’s kidnapping by the Gobblers.