Syfy orders more 'Dark Matter,' 'Killjoys'

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 (UPI) -- Syfy says it has renewed its drama Dark Matter for a 13-episode, sophomore season.

The graphic novel-based series will begin its second run of fresh installments next year.

Starring Melissa O'Neil, Marc Bendavid, Anthony Lemke, Alex Mallari Jr., Jodelle Ferland, Roger Cross and Zoie Palmer, the Prodigy Pictures-produced show follows six people who wake up on a derelict spaceship with no memories of who they are or how they got on board.

"With its mysterious premise and fascinating characters, Dark Matter has built an incredibly loyal, passionate and engaged fan base," Chris Regina, senior vice president of program strategy for Syfy, said in a statement Tuesday. "We look forward to another out-of-the-world season from this talented creative team."

The cable TV network also confirmed it has ordered a 10-episode, second season of Killjoys for 2016.

The series is about a trio of interplanetary bounty hunters who chase deadly fugitives throughout a distant, planetary system on the brink of a bloody, class war.

The series stars Hannah John-Kamen, Luke Macfarlane and Aaron Ashmore.

"With exciting space-based action, deep world building, and a standout cast, Killjoys has struck a nerve with viewers and critics alike," remarked Bill McGoldrick, the network's executive vice president of original content. "We can't wait to see what adventures Michelle Lovretta and Temple Street take Dutch, John and D'avin on in Season 2."