The Dark Crystal - Top 10 Greatest Moments

[@jvoz671]

The puppet show in the puppet show was an honorable mention? Whaaaat!?

[@xavierchaves7090]

I wish it was on the list

[@dash-]

Yup. That was the best scene of the series. That cut through deeper than anything else in an already great show.

[@MisterCynic18]

This was unforgivable

[@Johnlindsey289]

That's my favorite scene in the show

[@Lapinporokoira]

I was waiting and waiting and waiting for it. It's the first thing I thought of when I saw this list and shameful it's only honourable mention.

[@Corina6235]

Okay, the Archer's sacrifice/Hunter's death should've been HIGHER on this list! You have NO idea what it took for the Archer to make that sacrifice. Mystics don't have any ambition, the Skeksis' are the halfs that inherited all of the ambition. So for Archer to muster up something that he doesn't possess to make the sacrifice - knowing FULL well that he'll never be reunited with his other half, unlike the other Mystics - is a marvel.

[@HamaraCS]

That is such an interesting comment. I just finished the show and was wondering why all the mystics didn't just do like Archer and killed themselves to kill the Skesis. Thought it was quite a plot hole to present the mystics as purely good but then letting all gelflings get killed by Skesis. Now thanks to you I understand it. It's not just a separation between good and bad, it much more that that.

[@Michaelf1968]

Should have been number 1

[@Corina6235]

Exactly! In the original film, the narration is clear that the Mystics live in forgetfulness. They survive and wait, they don’t MAKE anything happen. They literally have no drive whatsoever. So for the Archer to make this sacrifice is just amazing. And hey, I COULD be your Mystic half. I too am extremely forgetful and have little drive :P jk!

[@SlyFan-mp8dc]

I personally think it's one of the best sacrifices I've seen in TV/movies. It's one of the few times where not only was the sacrifice needed, but I actually really liked the character.

[@Shasari]

@@HamaraCS Do not forget the Prophecy - "When single shines the triple sun, what was sundered and undone shall be whole, the two made one". That could be part of the reason.

[@XR42]

You think you can control mother Aughra? Mother Aughra can't control Mother Aughra.

[@moonlighttigress]

One of her best lines! :P

[@aliecart]

I died laughing after that line

[@myrin265]

she really had the best lines

[@kristinb8172]

I freaking died. She became one of my favorite characters of all time.

[@GLaSSesNOlenses]

Facts, I was like..."You right, you right..."

[@Bxgodson2fl2]

Any time Mark Hamill screamed "Your essence!", was a good time...

[@VarrickKing]

Is it me or is The Dark Crystal underrated

[@professorxavier3878]

Society hasn't overcome cartoon bias, imagine puppet animation... This is the best thing that could have happened to the high fantasy genre after that shameful finale seasons of game of thrones.

[@kikikanzaki1539]

People are put off by puppets and reluctant to watch. But talk of how amazing the show is is spreading around the internet really fast! Considering that it's only been out for a few weeks, it already has a pretty impressively massive and growing fanbase. I hope it soon gets even more of the attention it deserves!

[@GLaSSesNOlenses]

People (some, not all) think it's...weird. like, the sight of Muppets is jarring to them. I tried to get my friends to watch it, but they all emphatically said "fuck outta here"

[@Spinworth]

It is not. The Dark Crystal is a classic gem. Sold a shitton of VHS and got some books and stuff. You just discovered it now, that's why you think it's underrated. Do your research

[@aprinceofearthsea4875]

The netflix trailer for Age of Resistance had like 7.5 million views, so maybe not? It feels like it though.

[@Dinaloon]

Here's #1: Every single moment Hup the podling is in

[@Dimetropteryx]

Paladin Hup.

[@kollinainsworth8792]

The bar fight scene at Stone-in-the-Wood should have at least been an honorable mention. That was hysterical and exciting.

[@weldonwin]

Hup is a badass, it takes a special kind of valiant, to charge in and fight massive spider monster, armed only with a wooden spoon

[@harmanierosedance]

Yes! Hup gave the show so much joy in all the darkness. His pure love and faithfulness to Deet made the show. In a show full of rich amazing characters and fantastic storylines..Hup was hands down my favorite character.

[@conradmonson30]

@@harmanierosedance It's between him and Deet for me. I think they both make an excellent duo.

[@dementedfurbie.]

Loved this show so much. Hoping hard for a S2.

[@He4rt.4che]

I love this show too😁

[@AKSBSU]

It seemed like it's very likely to happen. I watched a clip of an interview of one of the executive producers yesterday (Javier Grillo-Marxuach), and he said that he was forbidden to even say the name of the second season, which at the very least suggested they are very serious about continuing into season 2. It also surprised me that although he noted the series was quite expensive to make, he indicated other Netflix series were actually more expensive. To me Age of Resistance looked like no expense was spared. I don't know how it could have looked any better (I watched it in Dolby Vision on an OLED, BTW), and the cast and crew they assembled was extraordinary. Perhaps the biggest shock to me was, although I was in the camp insisting this series had to be built around puppetry, the CGI that was used much to my surprise may be the highest quality and most skillfully implemented I've seen in a series and in my view more impressive than a lot of big budget blockbuster movies.

[@hammertoe00]

@@AKSBSU the blending of puppets and cgi was perfect.

[@thedarkoracle4807]

There better be a second season.

[@eraart7234]

Um yeah... I'm gonna need a Season 2. I loved the Dark Crystal growing up and was very excited for the series which definitely did NOT disappoint. The only part I disliked the most about it was that it eventually ended :(. I tried very hard not to crush it all in one day -- watching it throughout a week instead.

[@delcismith4149]

Honestly though, there was never a dull moment in this season, they did a amazing job. Heres hoping S2 will be just as amazing. 👍👍

[@cherry-wav3]

You know a S2 will be very unlikely, not with Deet and Co. they ended S1 to have a connection to the movie. So they would need to break these connections and rebuild them AGAIN.

[@cherry-wav3]

@Chaz Bustos Well but they have to explain why, now that the shard is with Augjra, nothing happens with it or why they fail to bring it back to the crystal. If anything it will be a season showing that everyone is being killed xD And what makes you sure it is dozens of years? Could just be some, we are not sure.

[@williamturner875]

This show I think has the best voice cast of anything in any media, especially the Skesis. It is incredible the people they got for something that could have been considered a kids show.

[@HamaraCS]

And even more incredible to see who they got for roles with not so many lines. Like Mark Strong for Ordon, Alicia Vikander for Mira, Natalie Dormer for Onica and damn, Sigourney Weaver as the narrator, who only narrates the beginning of the first episode! The whole cast is amazing, but I've got to say I'm most impressed with Nathalie Emmanuel, Andy Samberg, Awkwafina and Mark Hamill.

[@aqeelshauqi8368]

It does not feel like a kids show

[@paulhunter6742]

You have get copy of Cartoon Networks Samouri Jack series. The Asian actor performs villain, Aku is remarkable.

[@paulhunter6742]

@@aqeelshauqi8368The storyline is very complicated, I don't think many adults even understand it.

[@mas8705]

It would be amazing if dark crystal brought a resurgence of the mupperty. The way the show mixed the puppets with CGI should be a MasterClass on why it is just as important to have both rather to rely fully on CGI.

[@WatchMojo]

mas8705 agreed!

[@Johnlindsey289]

Yup practical effects are back with Shape of Water, this, Child's Play 2019, Blade Runner 2049 and more

[@conradmonson30]

Have you seen what it would look like if the gelfling were CGI? I'm SO glad they stuck with puppetry.

[@mas8705]

@@conradmonson30 Definitely. The test footage was certainly... something. But hell, it was thanks to that test footage that we saw everything get turned around suddenly and we found ourselves getting a series that was mainly puppetry with a touch of CGI to just enhance everything.

[@eternal5930]

They actually originally wanted it animated, but after seeing an animation test they did puppetry

[@christophermyers6372]

Little bummed the Song of Thra scene wasnt on the list.

[@PrinceoftheAbyss]

Agreed. That scene was one of my favorites. I mean, Aughra dancing? My inner-child was squealing with delight.

[@atourist9135]

Christopher Myers yes and when they all had the same vision in the dream world

[@kristinb8172]

@@PrinceoftheAbyss I watched that scene thinking she looked just like me dancing.

[@omar-oc5ol]

Im sad the library scene wasn't in this list Same thing with the all maudra's death

[@corbinnolan2133]

YES!

[@Tarathathe77wookiee]

I loved the hugging scene after the battle. Even a big scary spider creature got a hug. Cute and funny!

[@mathiaskrauss1184]

I think similar. But in some way (why hug a giant spider??) - it´s Gelfling way, I think !

[@jaeac1167]

I just finished this season and I have emotions! That last episode had me like 😮😲😱😭

[@blinkspacestudio8892]

The entire show is packed full of omg moments but poor gentle Deet broke my heart and blew me away when she unleashed that purple lightning. I actually cried a few times during this show it was so powerful, the music really packs a punch. 10/10 for the whole show.

[@mathiaskrauss1184]

Yes. Make Deet get rid of that evil inside her !

[@Fiorwestcoast]

Criminally underwatched show. It deserved to be as big as Mandalorean

[@KevinCarney91]

SkekZok shouting "My carriage!" at 11:00 reminds me of "My cabbages!" from Avatar: The Last Airbender.

[@brycecarroll9665]

His voice got high like the “Scaring the little girl!” guy from Langaleers!

[@KevinCarney91]

@craig taylor Even when he's meant to be scary, Keegan-Michael Key is still hilarious.

[@victorhernandez8723]

Bryce Carroll As cheesy as the Langoliers was, there’s no denying that Bronson Pinchot’s hammy performance made it worth watching!

[@mattcollins3591]

This is one of the best things I’ve seen all year

[@janicehayashibara5271]

Waited 36 years for a prequel and it’s finally here 😭😭

[@TanisC]

It's so freaking fantastic!!🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@nape8198]

And here we new fans complain about waiting for a 2nd season after just a few months...I can't imagine your patience!

[@carlopannone5281]

36 ?!??!?!?!?

[@scientistservant]

Upset there wasn't any mention of SkekGra and UrGoh (the Heretic and the Wanderer) on this list! They're two (or one?) of my favorite characters!

[@diabolusabinfernum3461]

Judging by how the names are built I think their original name would be something like, “Gragoh”

[@victorhernandez8723]

Hard to believe they were voiced by Andy Samberg & Bill Hader!

[@chynne33]

I am still waiting on someone to come out with a tshirt that has SkekGra on it and below him it says "Look upon my wonder!"

[@nylathemysticalcat9518]

What about The Song Of Thra scene. That scene gave me chills and it still gives me chills to this day

[@dravynsonofhelium6005]

It saddens me deeply that there’s no mention of Hup’s scene where he’s having doubts about going to ha’rar

[@DanBrown96]

that was the cutest. he’s def my favourite character. such a brave little dude.

[@andrewkful]

"Puppetryyyyy." *everyone groans and eyerolls out of boredom*

[@LateFiddle392]

Hup best character!

[@Murrlin27]

Hup!

[@Ballsvu]

Hup the Paladin!

[@lisadooley3872]

Hup is tied for first with my other favorites it hard to pick just one character and here’s my list in no particular order comment with who are your favorites Gurjin Ordan Rian Brea Hup Deet Augra Rikia Heretic Chamberlain And did I mention Gurjin???

[@Murrlin27]

I immediately fell in love with Deet and Hup as a pair!

[@genghisn7]

*Paladin Hup

[@pnvgordinho]

The history lesson trough puppetry was awesome. The expressions of the characters at 9:34 are so funny.

[@xavierchaves7090]

I loved the scene where puppets were using puppets

[@huldrrrr9486]

This list needs more skeksis moments. Biggest showstealing villains in years

[@inaminute1826]

💯💯💯💯

[@moonlighttigress]

I loved the original, and I love the prequel series so much more! I do like the sweet song that they all sing to remember the fallen...that for me was one of my favorites!

[@TeamRemForever]

I loved watching The Dark Crystal (movie). And last night, I just finished watching the series. Holy cow, what a masterpiece it turned out to be!! I absolutely loved it. IT WAS SO GOOD!!!!!! Jim Henson would've been so proud

[@kuaikukia]

My pick mind blown moment for the unexpected *Warning Spoiler ahead* 10. Skesis Collector dropping the ooz on food then eat it 9. Skesis Pee with 3 stream 8. Mira being sucked and killed by the first draining essence 7. Pepper beatle eat Skesis scientist's eye 6. Seeing Skesis Hunter using 4 arms for the first time 5. The origin story Skesis and Mystic 4. Chamberlian manipulation 3. Skesis sceintist brutaly stabbing helpless Gruenak 2. Prayer song for All Maudra. the song is just beautiful 1. Deet turn into Darkening. This is just so sad :(

[@geligniteandlilies]

I feel so bad for Deet. But it was her choice. So brave and selfless. I really feel bad for little Hup. First he has to watch Archer commit suicide and next season someome has to tell him about Deet. :(

[@gigisangels8084]

I don't see why number 10 and 9 are in your top 10 but what ever

[@YourBaNkFles]

My name is in this movie

[@AnimaMandala]

There has to be a Season 2, because we need more great moments like these!

[@sweetpalette8272]

AnimaMandala Cause the cliffhanger!!!:)

[@sarahvenable4710]

I'd LOVE to see a Season 2.

[@ck4411]

im from the future, and im so sorry

[@AnimaMandala]

@@ck4411 We the fans can't always get what we want.

[@seanpatrickcain2]

Aughra: End, begin, all the same. Big change. Sometimes good. Sometimes bad.

[@n0zenzur]

Love Aughra

[@djCatScanRL]

(from the og movie) “How’d ya get up There?!?” #FizzgigFTW 💎

[@L_F_Axelia]

"You trying to control Aughra? I cant even control Aughra."

[@xaviercopeland2789]

You put Lore first out of all things that could’ve been in that spot? Mira being drained, the song of Thra, etc could’ve taken that spot.

[@nickfletcher4544]

Hup deserved more than just an honourable mention. Also, why is every time Skeksil said "Mmmmmm" not on the list somewhere. Simon Pegg's performance was the standout one in my opinion.

[@TanisC]

I'm absolutely in love with this show!! I remember watching the original Dark Crystal back when i was 6. I'm loving the fact that i get to re-live this in it's prequel form!🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@Johnlindsey289]

Excellent prequel eh?

[@Shayde.Official]

I can see 3 seasons coming from this series.. Season 1: the begining of the resistance and the start war of gelfling and skeksis. Season 2: events taking place durring the war and the unfortunate downfall of the gelfling resistance.. Season 3: a timeskip that gives an episodic retelling of the original dark crystal movie.

[@CrazyGamerDragon64]

Doesn't anyone think the way the Skeksis shouted "My carriage!" at 10:59 sounded hilarious?

[@nourdesbois5010]

The Dark Crystal: Age of resistance is my favorite show❤ and It's soooo underrated it's actually sad...😕😔

[@harunanase1696]

This series is so damn amazing and beautiful 😭💔 all the feelings were broken... Honestly I think some of my favorite scenes were when Mother Aughra was singing and called everyone to Dreamcast together, and when Rian called everyone together cause it was so incredible to see him finally able to tell everyone the truth and be believed in

[@juanjaramillo9390]

Truly an incredible show

[@Shaddiewolf]

I can't get enough of this show!

[@gigisangels8084]

Same.

[@pvanmondfrans]

S1 was absolutely outstanding. A true achievement by the Henson team and Netflix. Congratulations on bringing the incredible Dark Crystal mythology to life for a modern audience (I was 12 when the movie came out). Can't wait for season 2!!

[@DP3com]

I'd give an honorable mention (personally it's my top 3 moments) to Chamberlain killing the General. We all saw it coming, but to see it made Chamberlain that guy you don't want to screw over. (Even after we see him screw over the scientist.) Love him!

[@lisadooley3872]

DP3com yes Chamberlain is quite the character he plays like he’s dumb but he’s very clever and he doesn’t hesitate to let the others know that you don’t make a deal with him and you don’t try to double cross him, he’s got to be my favorite of the skeksis

[@weldonwin]

"You. Took. My. *SEAT!"*

[@DP3com]

@@weldonwin Lol! Dang I love Chamberlain!

[@weldonwin]

@@DP3com The Whimpering Worm is never to be crossed, because he will Shank-A-Skek and do it with a smile

[@jaysonklein6018]

@@weldonwin you know what they say. "The bigger the smile, the sharper the knife."

[@TheLIStorm43]

The Spiders take over, Skektek's punishment, "you took my seat", this list can go on forever!

[@red3ay]

Hey, don't forget how awesome the Arathim was when they first appeared when the Emperor went to meet them. How they spoke in sync SHOOKEH ME

[@quinnfletcher3906]

Really loved the song of Thraa scene! Rewatched it on KZbin dozens of times!

[@keving.540]

A Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance top 10 list without Hup?!?!....Unforgivable!

[@kesegogaosenkwe371]

I love this show. The characters are great and how the puppets move is incredible.I can't wait until season 2 arrives.😀😀😀

[@paulhunter6742]

It's great to see Dark Crystal, Age of Resistance, a prequel to Original Henson film. And the quality which has gone into remaking of series. Jim Henson probably smiling in Heaven.

[@holgerschink1341]

One of the best series i ever enjoyed : fantastic set-design, brilliant and art.

[@eseguerito2629]

Aaaw i would have included: “No. Hurt. DEET”.

[@varric]

"Cute..."

[@Seiferboi]

I'm calling it here. Rian is Jen's father and Brea is Kira's mother! When Deet had her vision, Brea is the one to hide a baby from the Garthim in a tree trunk. And Jen looks almost identical to Rian.

[@MrDerekRD]

The Dark Crystal (1982) and the Age Of Resistance (2019) are my favorite shows that I'm a fan of ever since then when I was little. Thank you for the video WatchMojo. :-)

[@twosdaybear]

I rewatched this show a million times and I always think that number 5 should’ve been higher. It’s definitely number 1 in my book! It shows so much without saying a thing. Love and hatred, gain and loss, life and death. Kylan mentions that life and death are not a line, but a circle, and it’s shown in this scene perfectly. I cry every time I watch it. Absolutely amazing writing, acting, puppetry, music, everything! I can gush about it all day ❤️

[@SardaukarLegion]

Nothing about the borg like spider creatures? cmon!

[@KALIMAindia]

We are the Ascendancy!!

[@SailorVickymoon]

You mean THE GARTHIM??? ...

[@josiahbahuaud2294]

@@SailorVickymoon Arathim* Garthim come later, and are mindless.

[@CarlosAndres-tq9sc]

This series is gold.

[@damionstjames]

This show was an honest god-send to me. I've been dealing with a horrible depression lately, and felt like I've been spiraling out of control. The Dark Crystal was always one of my favorite childhood movies, and watching this series really cheered me up. I want to thank the WatchMojo team for composing this list, truely.

[@wildthornrose]

Wishing you peace and happiness. Hang in there, seek some help, things will get better :)

[@damionstjames]

@@wildthornrose Thanks for your kindness

[@thedudeabides2531]

I would put the Hunter scenes (the Rian/father scene and the Archer suicide scene) as the top 2.

[@nuttydishwasher5377]

This series is brilliant, It's a true work of art when you can make puppets generate more emotion then current real live actors.

[@mlggamer5296]

These are some epic moments I particularly like the History lesson through puppets. Now that's Meta. A puppet controlling a puppet? Wow Mindblown

[@victorhernandez8723]

KZbin puppeteer Barnaby Dixon was involved in that part!

[@Linhdoesstuff]

And the dialogue before that as well: SkekGra: "That most ancient and sacred of arts!!" UrGoh: "Puppetry... yay." *jazz hands*

[@elizabethbergfield6074]

Finished the series in a day. Loved it. Cried because of the last episode. Anyone know when the second season comes out?

[@anaiglesias9972]

So far no confirmation of another season

[@prowolf633]

Who can’t wait for Season two?!?!?!?! 😆

[@corbinnolan2133]

I feel like Brea is such an underrated character. She has to be my favorite, honestly.

[@AltruisticWarrior]

Man the late 70s into 80s was a great time. Movies like this or Star Wars, games such as Phantasy Star and Final Fantasy. A lot of great high fantasy and Sci fi was born around that time that still has huge followings today.

[@mr.bill.8236]

I'm soooo pissed this got canceled. It was an awesome show, well done, thoughtful, true to canon, just the right amount of cgi, fantastic.

[@LukeMaff]

amazing series to nostalgic, absolutely loved this.

[@swivelshivel6576]

“My carriage!”

[@yasminschaffer9049]

Seeing all the clans unite for the battle against the skeksis is one of my favourite scenes! Always chokes me up, love it ❤

[@alexigredibbo7899]

I mean the whole 10 episodes are without a doubt mesmerising, but for me personally the death of the All Maudra was one of my favourite parts.

[@lisadooley3872]

I sure hope they do more seasons because I love this show

[@Umbrella2]

The film and this series are magic - a rich and imaginative fantasy also the Skesis are the ultimate villains, always found it to be quite underrated. Still gutted about the cancellation.

[@mabutijeffheinrich7533]

I am obsessed with that show

[@SPICYMONKI]

Worth watching

[@SuperWorldJumper]

“You took.....my seat.” Should have been #1

[@cxlyrics5350]

number five should be number one. I cry every single time I hear that song

[@tragicwitch]

Surprised the “Song of Thra” moment didn’t make it onto this list.

[@NintodoMan64]

Wow. What I think #1 should be is actually #10... ... just wow.

[@DinkLover69]

k.

[@carlopannone5281]

The archer will be missed 😢😢😢😢😢

[@joshuae7887]

Need more than only Ten Moments for this show.... phenomenal

[@thatuberrican8745]

Sucks that the meeting of the Gelfling, thanks to Aughra, within Dreamspace, where the fires of resistance and the joining of the clans was first established, didn’t make the list. I was in awe of that moment it was that amazing.

[@MisterCynic18]

"We are not Tavra" didn't even get an honorable mention? For shame

[@Multi-Facets]

I think that'd be more fitting in a "top ten 'oh shit' moments" list.

[@denises9120]

Ngl, this show made me scared for puppets.

[@christionpulliam9870]

I love how almost all the skeksis were horrified by the essence and what they did just shows there weren’t all that determined at first

[@presidentadrian]

Love this video!

[@timgrove5757]

This show is a Masterpiece loved the original movie as a kid in the 80s

[@theFILMaDDICT16]

SEASON 2!

[@brycecarroll9665]

Yes please. I’m very curious about what will happen next.

[@marthagilbert3459]

This show should've lasted longer ; The Dark Crystal was so enchanting.

[@arielx31]

I'm surprised the scene where all the gelfling clans arrive to save Rian and everyone wasnt on this list at all. That was one of the most memorable scenes for me. How could it not be? It pretty much was where we found out if the gelfling clans would fight or not, more or less.

[@inkyboy88]

My favorite part is the skesis and misteek living together. A skesis who wants to rejoin with his counterpart is a huge first.

[@wkj-dk8wv]

This show was pretty damned intense.

[@imperialchalice]

I LOVED this so much. I was happy with Netflix for this.

[@alexcameron1665]

As I can't get Netflix, this is actually the only way I can watch this. Thx Watch Mojo

[@adamcamacho4146]

My favorite part about this series is, everytime we see the hunter. Still a badass

[@Beado-wulf1984]

I'm rewatching this season for the 5th time already it is effing beautifully done and is a complete masterpiece I love this series it's probably among my most favorite and best watched

[@kiryu63]

No time for ceremony poldling! Probe the worth of your spoon by my side! Literally one of the best lines

[@missvt6640]

The "omg, she's dressed as a skesis!" dialogue made me laugh so hard. I love this show hope season 2 isn't far away..

[@scotjock1]

If this is the quality of Netflix shows alongside The Crown, Narcos, and other original shows I hope the Witcher is good too.

[@Jvlian.0]

This show is so sad😢

[@thatsymbiotespiderman]

This was the best show I have ever seen I loved it so much

[@Rae0814]

It’s comforting to know that characters we see in the movie are safe, but it still brings me anxiety

[@MagicalSkyWizard]

In a way it’s nice it didn’t end like Game of Thrones, the characters still have their dignity in tact. But I would self finance this thing myself if I could reasonably make a difference. I need season 2, it’s been long enough.

[@uri0606]

Anything with Hup should be your no #1: "Skeksis are babolim! crazyyy!" (I dunno why this line is the most memorable for me)

[@Azteck9]

Rewatched the original movie high one night and thought my Netflix was bootleg because it wasn't the new Dark Crystal.

[@jaysonklein6018]

Lol

[@therestingrancor8259]

Considering most remakes/prequels are subpar these days, a perfect example of a prequels done right,....and Netflix throws it away...!💔. We want season 2!! Don't leave Deet like that😔