Netflix is the top dog in streaming for a reason. For many reasons, in fact, one of which is the streamer's vast library of original content. And when it comes to genre shows, the service truly shines. There's a show worth watching for every taste and every type of fan, whether it's a series or not. epic sci-fi title or one of the many fantasy shows. I'm going to talk about the latter.
You're here reading this because you're probably looking for some good recommendations for fantasy TV shows. Netflix has everything from edgy to quirky and everything in between. I know that scrolling through pages of shows can be tedious and makes it difficult to choose a good show to watch. Well, rest easy because I did all the work for you.
Do you want something filled with monster hunting? Look no further than The Witcher. Unfortunately, there's a lot more to the streamer than that. From creepy murder mystery To dystopian coming-of-age adventure And colorful pirate voyageyou will find it all. Oh, and if you're craving otherworldly battles, they're here too.
Scroll through for the best fantasy TV shows Netflix has to offer. Be sure to check back here as I will be updating this list regularly.
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In The Witcher, Henry Cavill plays Geralt of Rivia, the main character of the program. Based on the books by Andrzej Sapkowski that first inspired the popular video game franchise, the Netflix series follows Geralt's adventures as he hunts monsters. With detailed world-building and ensemble performances, The Witcher is a must-see for any fan of the fantasy genre.
Cavill left the series after the third season, and Liam Hemsworth took over his role.
On Wednesday, Tim Burton struck another piece of gold in the Addams Family lore canon. The series follows Wednesday Addams, played with deadpan glee by Jenna Ortega, as she is sent to Nevermore Academy, a school for outcasts. Throughout the first season, Wednesday investigates a murder mystery plaguing the school and the nearby town of Jericho. She may have a hard time making friends, but she's definitely leaving her mark (just like the program).
Netflix's dark comedy takes place in a world where Greek gods and humans coexist. Of course, this is a dysfunctional, misunderstood relationship. Jeff Goldblum plays Zeus, who rules Mount Olympus with a neurotic, power-hungry fist. Other gods featured in the series include Zeus' sister Hera (Janet McTeer), his son Dionysus (Nabhaan Rizwan), Prometheus (Stephen Dillane), Hades (David Thewlis), Poseidon (Cliff Curtis) and Medusa (Debi Mazar). If you're looking for something delightfully weird and different, this is the show for you.
Semi-Bad: The Bastard Son and the Devil Himself
Inspired by the first book in Sally Green's Half Bad trilogy, the short-lived series follows a young man trying to find his place in the world. It is worth noting that he is the illegitimate son of the most famous witch in the world. Now he must use his powers before he turns 17 or things will go from worse to much, much worse. Unfortunately, the show was canceled after one season. However, this is good news because it makes overeating easier.
The popular Norwegian drama is about a teenage boy named Magne who discovers that he is the reincarnation of Thor, the god of thunder. Based on Norse mythology, the coming-of-age series is set in a city ravaged by pollution and climate change, where a battle between good and evil plays out.
I Am Okay With This is based on the comics by Charles Forsman and only lasted one season due to scheduling difficulties caused by the pandemic. This is sad news because this comedy had a lot of promise. Starring Sophia Lillis and Wyatt Olef, the series follows the struggles of a teenage girl as she juggles her sexuality, family and school while trying to understand some newly discovered superpowers.
Eiichiro Oda's One Piece is a global phenomenon. The popular anime was streamed on Netflix and thanks to Oda's opinion, this One Piece became an instant hit among fans around the world. The cast's hilarious, collective performances, as well as the program's exciting world-building and action-packed atmosphere, proved that a live-action adaptation could work.
The program, like the anime and manga before it, follows Monkey D. Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) as he pursues his dream of becoming a pirate and finding Gol D. Roger's legendary treasure known as, wait for it, One Piece.
In Assassins of Wu, Iko Uwais plays Kai Jin, a humble chef in San Francisco who discovers that he belongs to a line of assassins whose sole purpose is to protect Wu's powers and prevent them from falling into the hands of evildoers. The story may be clunky in parts, but the action scenes make up for it. And really, what more could you ask for than a thrilling martial arts spectacle?
Inspired by the comics written by Joe Hill (Stephen King's son) and illustrated by Gabriel Rodriguez, Locke & Key follows the Locke family as they try to pick up the pieces after the mysterious murder of the squad's patriarch. They return to the House of Keys, the home of their ancestors, and soon strange things begin to happen. The three Locke siblings – Tyler (Connor Jessup), Kinsey (Emilia Jones) and Bode (Jackson Robert Scott) – and their mother Nina (Darby Stanchfield) find clues that unlock all sorts of magical secrets that could provide answers to questions about their father's death.
The Sandman was born from the brooding, brilliant mind of Neil Gaiman. Inspired by the characters and storylines from his beloved DC Comics series, the program follows Morpheus (Tom Sturridge), aka the King of Dreams, aka The Dream, as he travels across multiple worlds and timelines to reclaim items stolen from him, regain his power, and save the Dream—that is, his home.
The series' cast includes an impressive array of talent, including Charles Dance, Jenna Coleman, Boyd Holbrook, Gwendoline Christie, Patton Oswalt, Mark Hamill, Stephen Fry, David Thewlis, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Vivien Acheampong and Mason Alexander Park.
Deadman Detectives is the second series in Neil Gaiman's Sandman universe to be released on Netflix. The spin-off follows two dead teenage boys—George Rextrew plays Edwin Payne and Jayden Revrey plays Charles Rowland—who decide the afterlife is for suckers and instead join forces to solve supernatural mysteries.
A Series of Unfortunate Events
Based on the popular young adult book series by Daniel “Lemony Snicket” Handler, Netflix's A Series of Unfortunate Events follows Violet (Malina Weissman), Klaus (Louis Hines) and Sunny Baudelaire (Presley Smith), three down-on-her-luck orphans who face obstacles while trying to uncover the truth about their parents. If only that greedy Count Olaf (Neil Patrick Harris) would stop interfering with them.
Arcane is an animated series that easily takes the genre to the next level. Inspired by the hugely popular League of Legends, the program explores the origin story of two iconic video game characters. In the process, this beautifully animated program explores serious issues such as class warfare and trauma.
Lockwood and Company is based on a series of books by Jonathan Stroud. The YA genre series follows three young paranormal investigators as they battle ghost threats on behalf of their growing psychic detection agency in London. The sharp dialogue and chemistry between the three main characters – Lucy Carlisle, Anthony Lockwood and George Kareem – make this program fun entertainment.
Shadow and Bone takes inspiration from Leigh Bardugo's popular Grishaverse novel series. The series follows Alina Starkova (Jessie Mei Lee), a young woman who discovers that she has special powers. Discovering that she is a Grisha (or wielder of magic) is just the beginning of her adventures as she must accept the enormous responsibility of bringing peace to a war-torn universe.
Avatar: The Last Airbender
Netflix continues to work on creating the perfect adaptation of the popular anime. Avatar: The Last Airbender continues the storyline familiar from the animated series, following young Aang as he discovers that he is the last airbender – the proverbial chosen one who can control the four basic elements: air, fire, water and earth. Netflix found enough prospects in the new project to renew it for a second and third season.
Castlevania originates from comic book author Warren Ellis and takes inspiration from the Konami video games Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse, Castlevania: Curse of Darkness and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night. The series follows heroes Trevor Belmont (Richard Armitage), Alucard (James Callis) and Sypha Belnades (Alejandra Reynoso) as they battle Dracula and his subordinates. With an aesthetic that pays homage to Konami games; persuasive writing; and plenty of bloody action, this is a worthy game to add to your watchlist.
Warrior Nun takes inspiration from Ben Dunne's comic Warrior Nun Areala. The series follows Ava Silva, a young woman who wakes up in a morgue with superpowers and a divine artifact stuck in her back. Her journey of self-discovery reveals a new purpose in life: to fight demons and other hellish beasts on Earth. Why? Because she is now a member of an ancient sect of supernatural nuns known as the Order of the Cruciform Sword.
It's a crazy, bloody thrill ride that ran for two seasons on the streamer, meaning it won't take you too long to finish it.
Based on the Vertigo comic book of the same name, Sweet Tooth takes place post-pandemic in a dystopian future where human babies are born with animal characteristics. These “hybrids” are criticized by the general public and blamed for the extinction-level event known as the “Great Collapse.” Our hero is a half-boy/half-deer hybrid named Gus (Christian Convery), who embarks on a journey to find his long-lost mother and perhaps a cure.
Matt Groening, creator of animation giants The Simpsons and Futurama, brings his unique Netflix sensibilities to Disenchantment. The five-season series takes viewers to medieval Europe and a fictional kingdom called Dreamland. The series follows the misadventures of the rebellious, often drunken Princess Bean (Abbi Jacobson), her demon pal Lucy (Eric Andre) and their elf pal Elfo (Nat Faxon) as they travel through neighboring lands, confront quirky characters and uncover an overarching conspiracy.
The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance
The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance is a prequel to Jim Henson's 1982 cult classic The Dark Crystal. The program follows three brave Gelflings – Rian, Brea and Deet – who spark a rebellion against the Skeksi race after learning the truth about the source of their rulers' power. The series relied heavily on practical effects and puppetry, and kept the use of CGI to a minimum. Due to production costs, the show was canceled after one season. But, my God, what a wonderful time of year it is.
Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
Chilling Adventures of Sabrina is a young adult supernatural series created by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, Chief Creative Officer of Archie Comics. He's the same person who brought Riverdale to The CW, which makes sense given the similar tone of both programs. This Sabrina, unlike the 90s sitcom Sabrina the Teenage Witch, delves deep into the occult. It's a surprisingly mature take on the character, and it planted the seeds for what the streamer could do with original programming in the genre. Basically, Sabrina walked so Wednesday could run.
