The dark crystal

Everything you need to know about Netflix's new prequel to the 1982 cult classic "The Dark Crystal" before you watch.

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Jim Henson, Percy Edwards, Stephen Garlick, Dave Goelz, Lisa Maxwell, and Kathryn Mullen in The Dark Crystal (1982)

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Description Close up of one of the main Skeksis

Kira was a female Gelfling who was raised by the Podlings after her clan had been destroyed during the Garthim War. One of the last of her kind, she joined fellow survivor Jen in his quest to heal the Crystal and put an end to Skeksis tyranny. She was killed in the attempt, but was resurrected by the newly reformed urSkeks in recognition of Jen's courage. She later married him and ruled by his side for 100 trine, regenerating the Gelfling race in the process. As she and her husband aged…

Kira (the Gelfling) and her little friend Fizzgig.

Brea, Rian and Deet ✨

There are quite a lot of creature names and lore thrown at you in episode 1 of "The Dark Crystal: The Age of Resistance." Here's a guide to follow it all.