The story of Geralt, Yennefer, and Ciri on Netflix’s The Witcher, which is based on a book series, is indisputably captivating. After binging through the eight brutal (yet so exciting) episodes of season one, I’m itching for more drama. While I wait for season two to be released, I’ve compiled some great ideas of other entertainment to satisfy my fantasy TV void. After all, who couldn’t use a little more fantasy in their lives? There are plenty of TV shows similar to The Witcher on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, HBO, and Disney, so if you consider yourself a fan of the series, here are 15 shows you might enjoy while we wait!
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The Magicians
Just like how Yennefer attends Aretuza, a magical academy for young ladies, students who possess magic attend Brakebills University, a secret magic college, in The Magicians. This show follows a group of friends who realize how dangerous and esoteric magic can be. At the same time, they discover that a series of children’s books about a magical world they read as children is real.
Watch The Magicians on Netflix.
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Merlin
All the adventures and magic you crave, plus a legendary twist! This British fantasy-adventure drama revisits the saga of King Arthur alongside his magician adviser Merlin and half-sister and sorceress Morgana.
Watch Merlin on Netflix.
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Charmed
Like shows with magic at the dead center? This series focuses on three sisters who find out they’re not only witches but also the most powerful good witches of all time. Using their unique powers, they protect innocents from the forces of evil.
Watch Charmed on Netflix.
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The Shannara Chronicles
Like The Witcher, this series focuses on destiny. A half-elf, elven princess, and human rover embark on a quest to stop banished demons from destroying everyone and everything within the Four Lands.
Watch The Shannara Chronicles on Netflix.
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October Faction
Trained to kill a variety of deadly supernatural monsters as a child, Geralt is a traveling monster slayer. Similarly, October Faction follows the story of a monster-hunting couple.
Watch October Faction on Netflix.
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The Tudors
Bet you never knew Henry Cavill was Charles Brandon, First Duke of Suffolk, in a past life, did you? Focusing on the early years of King Henry VIII’s reign of England, this historical-fiction series explores Henry’s relationships with important figures and female companions.
Watch The Tudors on Netflix.
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Vikings
Containing much violence and degrees of nudity, this historical-drama series tells the saga of Viking Ragnar Lothbrok. Exploring and raiding distant shores across the ocean, he eventually becomes a Scandinavian king.
Watch Vikings on Hulu.
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Carnival Row
For a fix of xenophobia and mythological creatures, Carnival Row will satisfy your needs. In a world where mythological immigrant creatures struggle to coexist with humans, a human detective and refugee faerie reconnect. Meanwhile, countless murders threaten the peace of the Row.
Watch Carnival Row on Amazon.
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12 Monkeys
Enjoy the great action-adventure that The Witcher provides? This show depicts two strangers, brought together on a mission, using time travel to stop an organization from destroying the world.
Watch 12 Monkeys on Amazon.
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The Mandalorian
A lone gunfighter makes a living by wandering the galaxy and capturing prisoners. Of course, everything changes when he encounters a gifted child. Sound familiar?
Watch The Mandalorian on Disney.
