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If you’re looking for fantasy TV shows, Netflix is the place to go. There’s a reason the streamer remains the leader, and when it comes to genre entertainment, look no further.
When Game of Thrones first hit television screens, audiences were unprepared for the reach that can be achieved with fantasy programming on television. Since George RR Martin’s series ended, streamers have thrown a cavalcade of fantastical ideas against the proverbial wall. Of all the streamers, it was Netflix that consistently brought amazing stories to the small screen.
Do you think I’m crazy for mentioning Game of Thrones? You only have to look at titles like The Witcher, Sandman, and Shadow and Bone to see the lasting impact the landmark HBO series has left on culture.
That said, there’s more to the fantasy genre than these hack-and-slash magical monster shows. The Netflix range covers everything. Whatever fantasy you’re looking for, whether it’s a grisly murder mystery, a dystopian coming-of-age adventure, or a colorful pirate voyage, you’ll find it here.
If you want tips on the best fantasy TV shows on Netflix, you’ve come to the right place. Scroll to find our guide to titles to add to your list. Now, all you have to do is decide what to watch first.
Read more: 18 Best TV Shows on Netflix to Watch Right Now
With Wednesday, Tim Burton has found more gold to mine in the Addams Family story canon. The series follows Wednesday Addams, played with deadpan delight by Jenna Ortega, as she is sent to attend Nevermore Academy, the school for outcasts. Throughout the first season, Wednesday investigates a murder mystery that affects the school and the nearby town of Jericho. He may not make friends easily, but he definitely leaves his mark (as does the show).
Based on the Vertigo comic of the same name, Sweet Tooth takes place after a pandemic in a dystopian future where human babies are born with animal characteristics. These “hybrids” are vilified by the general public and blamed for the extinction-level event known as “The Great Crumble.” Our hero is a half-child, half-deer hybrid named Gus (Christian Convery) who sets out on a journey to find his long-lost mother and, potentially, a cure.
Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece is a global phenomenon. The hit anime got live-action works on Netflix and thanks to the information provided by Oda, this One Piece instantly became a hit among fans around the world. The cast’s hilarious collective performances and the show’s immersive, action-packed world-building atmosphere proved that a live-action adaptation can absolutely work.
The show, 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.
Inspired by comics written by Joe Hill (son of Stephen King) and illustrated by Gabriel Rodriguez, Locke and Key follow the Locke family as they try to pick up the pieces after the mysterious murder of the unit’s patriarch. They return to Keyhouse, their ancestral home, 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), discover keys that unlock all kinds of magical secrets that could provide the answers. after the death of his father.
Lockwood & Co. is based on the book series by Jonathan Stroud. The teen genre series follows three young paranormal investigators who fight ghost threats on behalf of their burgeoning psychic detection agency in London. The sharp dialogue and chemistry between the three leads (Lucy Carlyle, Anthony Lockwood, and George Karim) make this show a fun binge watch.
The Witcher stars Henry Cavill as Geralt of Rivia, the show’s titular hero. Based on the books by Andrzej Sapkowski, which first inspired the popular video game franchise, the Netflix show follows Geralt’s adventures as he hunts monsters. Thanks to the detailed world-building and ensemble performances, The Witcher is a must-see for any fan of the fantasy genre.
Cavill left the series after season 3 and Liam Hemsworth took over the role.
The Sandman comes from the hauntingly brilliant mind of Neil Gaiman. Inspired by the characters and stories from his beloved DC comic series, the show follows Morpheus (Tom Sturridge), aka the Dream King, aka Dream, as he adventures across multiple worlds and lines. of time to recover objects that were stolen from him and rebuild his power. and save The Dreaming, aka their home.
The show’s cast is packed with impressive talent, including Charles Dance, Jenna Coleman, Boyd Holbrook, Gwendoline Christie, Patton Oswalt, Mark Hamill, Stephen Fry, David Thewlis, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Vivienne Acheampong and Mason Alexander Park.
Dead Boy Detectives is the second series within Neil Gaiman’s Sandman universe to come to Netflix. The spin-off follows two dead teenagers (George Rexstrew plays Edwin Payne and Jayden Revri is Charles Rowland) who decided the afterlife was for fools and instead joined forces to solve supernatural mysteries.
A series of unfortunate events
Based on the best-selling YA book series by Daniel “Lemony Snicket” Handler, Netflix’s A Series of Unfortunate Events follows Violet (Malina Weissman), Klaus (Louis Hynes), and Sunny Baudelaire (Presley Smith), three unfortunate orphans facing a headwind of challenges as they seek to reveal the truth about their parents. If only that greedy Count Olaf (Neil Patrick Harris) would stop getting in her way.
Arcane is an animated series that effortlessly elevates the genre. Inspired by the immensely popular League of Legends, the show explores the origin story of two iconic video game characters. In the process, this beautifully animated show reveals important themes such as class struggle and trauma.
Shadow and Bone is inspired by the popular Grishaverse novel series by Leigh Bardugo. The show follows Alina Starkov (Jessie Mei Li), a young woman who discovers she has special abilities. Discovering that she is Grisha (or magic user) is just the beginning of her adventure as she faces the enormous responsibility of bringing peace to a war-torn universe.
Avatar: The Last Airbender
Netflix continues its effort to make the perfect live-action adaptation of a successful anime. Avatar: The Last Airbender continues the familiar story from the animated series and follows young Aang, who discovers that he is the last Airbender, the proverbial chosen one who can control the four main elements: air, fire, water and earth. Netflix found enough promise in the nascent project to renew it for a second and third season.
Castlevania comes from comic book writer Warren Ellis and is inspired by 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 fight Dracula and his minions. With an aesthetic that honors Konami games; compelling writing; and plenty of blood-soaked action, this is a title worth adding to your watch list.
Warrior Nun is inspired by the comic Warrior Nun Areala by Ben Dunn. The series follows Ava Silva, a young woman who wakes up in a morgue with superpowers and a divine artifact stuck in her back. His journey of self-discovery reveals a new purpose in life: fighting demons and other hellish beasts on Earth. Because? 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 ride that ran for two seasons on the streamer, meaning it won’t take you long to enjoy it.
Matt Groening, creator of animation giants The Simpsons and Futurama, brought his unique sensibility to Netflix with Disenchantment. The five-season series takes viewers to medieval Europe and a fictional kingdom called Dreamland. The show follows the misadventures of the rebellious and often drunk Princess Bean (Abbie Jacobson), her demon companion Luci (Eric André), and their elf friend Elfo (Nat Faxon), as they wander through neighboring lands, confront strange characters, and discover a global world. conspiracy.
The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance
The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance is the prequel series to Jim Henson’s 1982 cult classic, The Dark Crystal. The show follows three brave Gelfling (Rian, Brea and Deet) who spark a rebellion against the Skesksi race after discovering 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 wow, what a wonderful season it is.
Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
Chilling Adventures of Sabrina is a supernatural youth series created by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, creative director of Archie Comics. He’s the same person who brought Riverdale to the CW, which makes sense considering the similar tone both shows have. This Sabrina, unlike the ’90s sitcom Sabrina the Teenage Witch, delves into the occult. It’s a wonderfully mature take on the character and planted the seeds for what the streamer could do with the genre’s original programming. Basically, Sabrina walked so Wednesday could run.
