1. The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power
The phenomenal high fantasy novels of J.R.R. Tolkien have been adapted into several works, such as the highly praised trilogy of films directed by Peter Jackson and the upcoming Amazon Prime series. Set in the fantastical universe of Middle-earth, these records follow the journey of characters like Frodo Baggins, Gandalf the Wizard, and Aragorn as they embark on a perilous excursion to destroy the One Ring and defeat the dark lord Sauron.
2. The Witcher
Inspired by Andrzej Sapkowski’s book series, this Netflix series follows Geralt of Rivia, a solitary monster hunter known as a Witcher, as he navigates a world filled with dangerous creatures, political intrigue, and powerful magic. As Geralt’s path crosses with a sorceress named Yennefer and a princess with a dangerous secret named Ciri, they become ensnared in a fate that will shape the destiny of the realm.
3. His Dark Materials
Based on Philip Pullman’s book series, this HBO series follows Lyra Belacqua, a young girl who uncovers a sinister plot involving kidnapped children and a mysterious substance known as Dust. Joined by her daemon Pantalaimon and allies including an armored bear named Iorek Byrnison, Lyra embarks on a journey across parallel worlds to uncover the truth and confront powerful forces.
4. Avatar: The Last Airbender
Set in a world where people can manipulate the elements of water, earth, fire, and air, this beloved animated series follows Aang, the Avatar and last survivor of the Air Nomads, as he sets out to master all four elements and bring balance to the world. Alongside his friends Katara, Sokka, and later Toph and Zuko, Aang battles the oppressive Fire Nation and faces his destiny.
5. The Mandalorian
Set in the Star Wars universe, this Disney+ series follows the titular Mandalorian bounty hunter, Din Djarin, as he navigates the lawless outer reaches of the galaxy. Along the way, he forms a bond with a mysterious Force-sensitive child known as Grogu (or “Baby Yoda”) and becomes embroiled in the struggles for control of various factions, including the remnants of the Empire and the enigmatic Mandalorian culture.
6. The Dragon Prince
This animated Netflix series follows a group of young heroes from different backgrounds as they embark on a quest to stop a conflict between humans and magical creatures. Along the way, they uncover dark secrets, forge unlikely alliances, and face the consequences of their decisions in a world where magic and technology coexist.
7. The Magicians
Based on Lev Grossman’s novels, this series follows Quentin Coldwater and his friends as they attend Brakebills University for Magical Pedagogy and discover a hidden world of magic. However, they soon realize that magic comes with a price and that dark forces threaten not only their existence but countless others across the multiverse.
8. The Shannara Chronicles
Set in a post-apocalyptic world known as the Four Lands, this MTV series follows a group of heroes as they embark on a quest to prevent an ancient evil from returning and destroying humanity. With elements of magic, adventure, and political intrigue, “The Shannara Chronicles” explores themes of destiny, redemption, and hope through the power of friendship.
9. Shadow and Bone
Based on Leigh Bardugo’s Grishaverse novels, this Netflix series follows Alina Starkov, a young woman with latent magical abilities, as she discovers her true power and becomes embroiled in the dangerous world of the Grisha, an elite order of magic users. As Alina navigates political intrigue and supernatural threats, she must confront her past and decide where her loyalties lie in a divided and treacherous land.
10. Game of Thrones
Set in the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos created by George R.R. Martin’s “A Song of Ice and Fire” novels, this HBO series tells a sprawling, intricately woven tale. It chronicles the gripping conflicts among noble families for control of the Seven Kingdoms and the Iron Throne. Throughout its eight-season run, “Game of Thrones” captivated audiences with its complex character development, intricate political machinations, and shocking twists.