The Witcher (2019—)

Netflix

After I first heard that Henry Cavill had been solid as Geralt in The Witcher TV present, primarily based a novel that grew to become a very fashionable online game, I assumed, “This cannot be good.”

Then I watched the primary episode and thought, “This is not good.”

However then, finally the present in some way was good? Then it grew to become a phenomenon. Now it is one of the well-liked reveals on Netflix.  

Arcane (2021—)

Netflix

It is onerous to imagine I’ve bought two reveals primarily based on video video games on my listing right here. Arcane is simply that good.

Based mostly on the characters and lore of League of Legends, Arcane is simply a completely fantastically animated present about household, trauma and the affect of poverty. Simply an astonishingly good present to have a look at.

Hellbound

Netflix

Hellbound is a darkish fantasy present about supernatural creatures who drag folks to hell. In the event you simply bought achieved with Squid Sport and have a hankering for extra Korean tv, look no additional. This guidelines.

Shadow and Bone (2021—)

Netflix

Shadow and Bone relies on a collection of younger grownup fantasy novels written by Leigh Bardugo. There is a sense this present wasn’t fairly pretty much as good as some may need hoped, and did not fairly go as mainstream as some anticipated. However that does not imply you should not test it out.

Candy Tooth (2021—)

Netflix

Candy Tooth is a fantasy drama primarily based on the comedian guide of the identical title. After a pandemic — stick with me right here — hybrid infants are born which can be half human, half animal.

As you would possibly count on, a schism seems. Some folks cannot deal with the emergence of this new hybrid and blame them for the pandemic. The present has been renewed for a second season, so now is an effective time to play catch-up.

Outlander (2014—)

Netflix

As a Scottish man, I’m each grateful for Outlander and resentful of it.

It is made Scottish males kind of cool once more, but in addition given folks ridiculously outsized, unfair expectations of us. We can’t hope to compete with Sam Heughan, who performs principal character Jamie Fraser. Ridiculous.

Outlander is a bizarre time journey present that has principal character Claire transported again in time from World Warfare II to 1743 Scotland. It is undoubtedly romance novel nonsense, nevertheless it’s self-aware romance novel nonsense. It is constructed for binging.

Avatar: The Final Airbender (2005-2008)

Nickelodeon

Avatar: The Final Airbender has gotta be probably the greatest animated reveals ever. Aang is the titular final Airbender, a messiah kind who can management the 4 main parts: air, hearth, water and earth. 

However even attempting to explain what makes Avatar so charming, good and surprisingly weighty is pointless. Simply do your self a favor and watch it.

Castlevania (2017-2021)

Netflix

OK, let’s do that yet one more time…

I am unable to imagine I’ve three TV reveals primarily based on video video games on this listing! However as soon as once more, Castlevania is very good. A darkish fantasy present primarily based on the online game of the identical title, Castlevania is tremendous well-liked, compelling and spectacularly effectively animated. Give it an opportunity, even if you happen to’ve by no means heard of the sport.

The Legend of Korra (2012-2014)

Nickelodeon

I am unable to put Avatar on the listing with out including The Legend of Korra.

Set in the identical universe, years after the occasions of the unique Avatar, The Legend of Korra is a much more grownup model of the present, coping with surprisingly mature themes. It is dramatically underrated. Watch it.

Demon Slayer (2019—)

Weekly Shonen Bounce

Can I get away with including anime to this listing? Sorry, I am doing it.

Likelihood is, if you happen to’re a fan of anime you are already watching Demon Slayer or, on the very least, are conscious of its existence. Proper now, it is most likely the most well-liked anime on the planet. Demon Slayer is actually a present a couple of man who slays demons. The twist: His sister can be half demon, they usually journey collectively. It is fantastically animated and the combat scenes are ballistic.

Assault on Titan (2013-2022)

Funimation

Since we’re doing anime now, would possibly as effectively do Assault on Titan.

Assault on Titan is an anime set in a vaguely medieval universe the place human beings are always in danger from skyscraper-size humanoid “Titans” who eat people.

It is completely bonkers. It is best to watch it.

The Dragon Prince (2018—)

Netflix

The Dragon Prince is usually favorably in comparison with one other legendary present on this listing — Avatar.

That is about as excessive reward as you may get for an animated fantasy present.

The Darkish Crystal: Age of Resistance (2019)

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Based mostly on the 1982 cult basic, The Darkish Crystal: Age of Resistance was fairly good for an train in nostalgia bait. Sadly, the expense of the manufacturing prompted Netflix to cancel it earlier than we bought a second season. Does not imply you may’t try the primary.

Merlin (2008-2012)

BBC

A BBC TV present primarily based on Arthurian legends, Merlin provides a Physician Who aesthetic to the fantasy style.

It is a bit dated, for certain, however Merlin has a cult following due to some improbable performances. Simply do not count on Sport of Thrones-level manufacturing values.

The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (2018-2020)

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Based mostly on the previous youngsters sitcom Sabrina The Teenage Witch, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina reinvents itself as a darkish drama centered on the occult. Miraculously, it really works.

Put together your self for an odd ending, however this present delivers.