‘Dark Matter’s Jimmi Simpson Details The “Surreal” Experience Of Playing Multiple Ryans: “They’re All Linked By A Really Strong Sense Of Self”
Actor Jimmi Simpson discussed his experience portraying multiple versions of the character Ryan in the Apple TV+ series Dark Matter. He described the process as surreal but manageable because all iterations share a strong core sense of self despite different life circumstances. The interview highlights the show's exploration of alternate realities and the human fear of making wrong choices.
- ▪Jimmi Simpson plays multiple versions of the character Ryan in the sci-fi series Dark Matter.
- ▪The show is based on Blake Crouch's bestselling novel and explores the concept of parallel universes.
- ▪Simpson stated that the different versions of Ryan are linked by a strong sense of self but differ in their outlook on life's struggles.
- ▪The series is produced by Apple TV+ and has been renewed for a second season.
- ▪Simpson compared the show's tone to The Twilight Zone and Black Mirror but noted it offers a more generous exploration of the 'what if' scenario.
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