If You're Into The Witcher, You Need to Watch These 15 Other Shows ASAP

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!

The Magicians
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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.

Merlin
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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.

Charmed
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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.

The Shannara Chronicles
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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.

Van Helsing
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Van Helsing

Imagine if The Witcher took place in a world where vampires existed. Set in a futuristic world overrun by vampires, one woman is humanity's last hope as her blood enables her to turn vampires into humans.

Watch Van Helsing 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.

The Tudors
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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.

The Order
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The Order

Just like The Witcher, this American horror drama series is funny, intense, and uncomfortable. A college student joins a secret society that practices magic. However, he soon uncovers sinister family secrets and an immortal battle between werewolves and witches.

Watch The Order 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.

Legend of the Seeker
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Legend of the Seeker

In Legend of the Seeker, prophecies are taken seriously. Accompanied by a wizard and confessor, a woodsman uses his magical abilities to stop a merciless tyrant from unleashing an ancient evil.

Watch Legend of the Seeker on Amazon.

Carnival Row
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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.

12 Monkeys
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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.

Game of Thrones
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Game of Thrones

Most often compared to Game of Thrones, The Witcher focuses on politics. Game of Thrones is a depiction of two powerful families playing a deadly game to sit upon the Iron Throne and take control of Westeros.

Watch Game of Thrones on HBO.

His Dark Materials
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His Dark Materials

Is Ciri's storyline your favorite? Look no further than His Dark Materials. While searching for a friend who was kidnapped, a young woman discovers an evil plot of a secret organization and encounters extraordinary beings.

Watch His Dark Materials on HBO.

The Mandalorian
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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.