Best Fantasy Shows on Prime Video Right Now (2024)

In the mood for some magic? What about myths or adventure? A great fantasy show can be the best escape, letting you lose yourself in an exciting new world. Fight a few monsters, cast a spell or two, and discover enchanting new secrets in Prime Video’s library of fantasy series.

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Editor's note: This article was updated August 2024 to include The Originals.

‘The Originals’ (2013 - 2018)

Rotten Tomatoes: 84% | IMDb: 8.3/10

The Originals

Horror

Drama

Fantasy

Release Date

October 3, 2013

Cast

Joseph Morgan , Daniel Gillies , Phoebe Tonkin , Charles Michael Davis , Yusuf Gatewood , Steven Krueger

The first spin-off of The Vampire Diaries, The Originals is a supernatural TV drama adapted from L.J. Smith’s novel series and based on the character Klaus from the parent show. Created by Julie Plec, who also created The Vampire Diaries, The Originals is primarily set in the French Quarter of New Orleans and revolves around the vampire-werewolf hybrid Klaus Mikaelson and his siblings Elijah and Rebekah. Having lost their control of the city to new players, the show explores how the Mikaelson siblings reconnect with old friends and make new enemies as they set out to reclaim their territory. Joseph Morgan, Daniel Gillies, and Claire Holt star as the Mikaelson siblings, with Phoebe Tonkin, Charles Michael Davis, Daniella Pineda, and Danielle Campbell in supporting roles. The Originals premiered in 2013 and ran for five seasons, becoming a highly popular show among fans of the fantasy drama genre. The series has had millions of viewers every season, with the fanbase continuing to expand ever further thanks to streaming. The show also spawned a web series, The Originals: The Awakening, and a spin-off series, Legacies, which debuted in 2018.

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‘Interview With the Vampire’ (2022 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 95% | IMDb: 7.2/10

Interview with the Vampire

Horror

Fantasy

Drama

Release Date

2022-00-00

Creator

Rolin Jones

Cast

Sam Reid , Jacob Anderson , Eric Bogosian , Bailey Bass , Assad Zaman

Based on the bestselling novel The Vampire Chronicles by legendary author Anne Rice, Interview with the Vampire is a sizzling vampire romance drama starring Jacob Anderson (Game of Thrones) and Sam Reid. Praised for correcting many elements that diluted the 1994 film adaptation, which starred Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt (The Lost City), Interview with the Vampire is overflowing with rich mythology, allowing for both a better story and more layered characters. Interview with the Vampire is highlighted by steamy scenes, incredible acting, and vibrant costuming, which weave a visual feast worth enjoying. – Yael Tygiel

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'Charmed' (1998 - 2006)

Rotten Tomatoes: 60% | IMDb: 7.2/10

Charmed (1998)

Drama

Fantasy

Horror

Supernatural

Three Halliwell sisters discover that they are descendants of a line of good female witches and are destined to fight against the forces of evil, using their combined power of witchcraft known as the "Power of Three."

Release Date

October 7, 1998

Cast

Holly Marie Combs , Alyssa Milano , Rose McGowan , Shannen Doherty

Created by Constance M. Burge, Charmed follows the Halliwell sisters, Prue (Shannen Doherty), Piper (Holly Marie Combs), and Phoebe (Alyssa Milano), who discover one day that they are the descendants of powerful witches and must use their newfound abilities to fight evil. Running for eight years, Charmed achieved cult status through its fun fantasy style and action sequences, with its other-worldly narrative brought back home by the very real dynamic of the central sisters. Considered a cross between Bewitched and Charlie’s Angels, Charmed was, at one point, the longest-running hour-long series in American TV history to feature solely female leads, a fact highlighting the show’s importance. A huge hit, the show even received a 2018 reboot. - Jake HodgesWatch on Prime Video

'I’m a Virgo' (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 96% | IMDb: 7.1/10

I'm a Virgo

Drama

Comedy

Fantasy

A coming-of-age joyride about Cootie, a 13ft tall young Black man in Oakland, CA. Having grown up hidden away, Cootie soon experiences the beauty and contradictions of the world for the first time. He forms friendships, finds love, navigates awkward situations, and encounters his idol, a real life superhero named The Hero.

Release Date

June 23, 2023

Cast

Jharrel Jerome , Olivia Washington , Brett Gray , Kara Young , Walton Goggins

Known for truly creative narratives that balance entertaining premises with rich social commentary, Boots Riley (Sorry to Bother You) does it again with I’m A Virgo. I’m A Virgo stars Jharrel Jerome (Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse) as a young Black Oakland resident named Cootie. Cootie is not your average young man, as he was raised in seclusion due to his unusual height, standing at 13 feet tall. A uniquely original coming-of-age story, I’m A Virgo showcases an incredibly talented cast while exploring themes of love, friendship, and finding your place in the universe. – Yael TygielWatch on Prime Video

'The Power' (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 74% | IMDb: 6.6/10

The Power

Drama

Fantasy

Release Date

March 31, 2023

Creator

Naomi Alderman, Sarah Quintrell, Raelle Tucker

Cast

Toni Collette , Toheeb Jimoh , Halle Bush , Ria Zmitrowicz

The Power is a fascinating series based on a book by Naomi Alderman. Developed for television by Sarah Quintrell and Claire Wilson, The Power addresses a unique question about the imbalance of societal powers, explored through the lens of super-human abilities. In The Power, young women all over the world suddenly develop the capability to manipulate electricity, including the capacity to produce deadly electrical strikes from their hands. Featuring a stellar cast, including Auli'i Cravalho (Moana), Toheeb Jimoh (Ted Lasso), John Leguizamo, and Toni Collette, The Power cleverly intertwines engaging stories with intriguing philosophical conversations. – Yael TygielWatch on Prime Video

'Three Pines' (2022)

Rotten Tomatoes: 72% | IMDb: 7.2/10

Three Pines (2022)

Mystery

Release Date

December 2, 2022

Creator

Emilia di Girolamo

Cast

Alfred Molina , Rossif Sutherland , Elle-Maija Tailfeathers , Tantoo Cardinal , Clare Coulter

Becoming one of the most talked about crime dramas on the streaming service, Three Pines, based on Louise Penny’s novel series, was created for television by Emilia di Girolamo. Through the eight-episode first season, Three Pines follows the Sûreté du Québec police force’s Chief Inspector Gamache, played aloofly by Alfred Molina (Spider-man: No Way Home), as he weaves his way through four murder mysteries occurring in the idyllic Canadian town. Along with co-stars Rossif Sutherland (Reign) and Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers, Molina wades through gruesome horrors, uncovering revelations about himself as well the criminals he’s determined to catch. – Yael TygielWatch on Prime Video

'Timewasters' (2017 - 2019)

Rotten Tomatoes: 83% | IMDb: 6.7/10

Timewasters

Sci-Fi

Comedy

Satire

Release Date

October 9, 2017

Creator

Daniel Lawrence Taylor

Cast

Kadiff Kirwan , Samson Kayo

Timewasters offers a fun, fresh take on time travel media. Featuring a struggling jazz quartet, the band gets the chance for a pretty massive rebrand when they find a machine that propels them back to 1920s London, where they must try to fit in and start to thrive with their unique sound. The series tackles serious issues like racism but does so with a humorous touch. If you’re looking for a sci-fi show that combines genre, history, and comedy, look no further than Timewasters. – Taylor GatesWatch on Prime Video

'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' (2022 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 83% | IMDb: 7.0/10

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power

Adventure

Fantasy

Release Date

September 1, 2022

Cast

Morfydd Clark , Ismael Cruz Cordova , Charlie Vickers , Markella Kavenagh , Megan Richards , Sara Zwangobani , Daniel Weyman , Cynthia Addai-Robinson , Lenny Henry , Lloyd Owen , Nazanin Boniadi , Dylan Smith , Alex Tarrant , Tyroe Muhafidin , Robert Aramayo , Geoff Morrell , Thusitha Jayasundera , Maxine Cunliffe

Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power takes place in J.R.R. Tolkien’s famous Middle-earth universe long before the events of the previous novels and movies, allowing a deeper dive into the fascinating mythology and rich world. Created by Patrick McKay and John D. Payne, the show seamlessly blends elements fans have come to love and expect from the franchise with exciting new surprises and adventures. It’s one of the most expensive series ever produced – and it shows. From its breathtaking visuals and cinematography to standout performances by Morfydd Clark, Nazanin Boniadi, and Peter Mullan, The Rings of Power is transportive and stunning in every way. – Taylor GatesWatch on Prime Video

'Bewitched' (1964 - 1972)

Rotten Tomatoes: 83% | IMDb: 7.6/10

Bewitched

Comedy

Sci-Fi

Release Date

1964-00-00

Creator

Sol Saks

Cast

Elizabeth Montgomery , Dick York , Agnes Moorehead , Dick Sargent , David White

Bewitched is a beloved fantasy sitcom that centers around a witch named Samantha (Elizabeth Montgomery). After she meets and marries a mortal man named Darrin (Dick York), she vows to live her life as a typical suburban housewife. However, this rarely ever goes according to plan, as most episodes see Dick becoming the victim of some kind of spell, with Samantha having to fix it all while keeping her powers a secret from the world. From the snappy writing to the irresistible charm of Montgomery, Bewitched is a classic for a reason. – Taylor GatesWatch on Prime Video

'The Underground Railroad' (2021)

Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 7.5/10

The Underground Railroad

Historical

Drama

Release Date

2021-00-00

Creator

Barry Jenkins

Cast

Thuso Mbedu , Chase W. Dillon , Joel Edgerton

A magical story set in a historically real turbulent time in American History, The Underground Railroad tells the story of Cora (Thuso Mbedu), an enslaved woman from Georgia, who discovers a fictional subterranean train as a means of escape, set up by a network of abolitionists who helped free slaves from the south. Barry Jenkins (If Beale Street Could Talk) adapted the Pulitzer-winning fantasy fiction novel into this creatively crafted mini-series featuring powerful performances from Mbedu, as well as Joel Edgerton (Obi-Wan Kenobi), Aaron Pierre, and William Jackson Harper (The Good Place). – Yael TygielWatch on Prime Video

'Dramaworld' (2016 - 2021)

IMDb: 7.4/10

Dramaworld

Comedy

Drama

Satire

Fantasy

Release Date

April 16, 2016

Cast

Sean Dulake , Liv Hewson , Justin Chon

Directors

Chris Martin

Korean dramas have become immensely popular all over the world, and Dramaworld comedically explores this obsession by following a college student named Claire (Liv Hewson), who finds herself transported into her favorite program, Taste of Love. While in the Kdrama world, Claire tries to repair a storyline – and ultimately makes things even more complicated – as well as falls for her crush, Joon Park (Sean Dulake). The show has been lauded for its clever premise and cameos from popular Kpop and Kdrama stars in nearly every episode. – Taylor GatesWatch on Prime Video

'The Librarians' (2014 - 2018)

Rotten Tomatoes: 89% | IMDb: 7.2/10

The Librarians

Adventure

Action

Drama

A group of librarians set off on adventures in an effort to save mysterious, ancient artifacts.

Release Date

December 7, 2014

Cast

Rebecca Romijn , John Larroquette , Christian Kane , Lindy Booth

The Librarians centers around a group that goes on various adventures to save ancient – and often magical – artifacts. There are four recruits we follow throughout the series: a colonel named Eve (Rebecca Romijn), expert hacker Ezekiel (John Harlan Kim), science and math whiz Cassandra (Lindy Booth), and historian Jacob (Christian Kane). Its exciting action sequences, focus on problem-solving and knowledge, and silly tone make this show something the entire family can enjoy. – Taylor GatesWatch on Prime Video

'Merlin' (2008 - 2012)

Rotten Tomatoes: 85% | IMDb: 7.9/10

Merlin

Action

Adventure

Drama

Family

Fantasy

Romance

Release Date

September 20, 2008

Cast

Richard Wilson , John Hurt

Based on the Arthurian legends and the close friendship between Merlin and King Arthur, Merlin acts as an origin story for many of the Arthurian legends we have known. When young warlock Merlin (Colin Morgan) is sent to the kingdom of Camelot by his mother because of his "special gift," he somehow ends up saving Prince Arthur's (Bradley James) life, which leads to him becoming Arthur's manservant. Merlin soon learns that the reason for his gift is to protect Arthur. Still, Merlin must hide his powers because magic was banned in Camelot by Arthur's father, King Uther Pendragon (Anthony Head), and those caught practicing it are executed. Taking some of the most iconic characters of the legend, Merlin runs free with the ideas and acts as an origin story not only for Arthur and Merlin but for Morgana, Gwen, Lancelot, and so many more. One of the BBC’s most popular shows worldwide, Merlin is an excellent series for fans of the legends and newcomers who just want a good, fun fantasy show. - Arianne BinetteWatch on Prime Video

'The Legend of Vox Machina' (2022 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 8.4/10

The Legend of Vox Machina

Release Date

January 28, 2022

Creator

Brandon Auman

Cast

Laura Bailey , Taliesin Jaffe , Ashley Johnson , Matthew Mercer , Liam O'Brien , marisha ray , Sam Riegel , travis willingham

Main Genre

Fantasy

Critical Role is well-known and praised for being one of the main roleplay podcasts that launched Dungeons and Dragons back into the zeitgeist and lead to a slew of tabletop gaming podcasts. But the show took it one step further with the launch of The Legend of Vox Machina, an animated show based on their Critical Role campaign. While hundreds of episodes of a podcast might be difficult to digest for any casual audience member curious about what the excitement is about. First funded via a Kickstarter campaign, if large studios couldn't see the merit of the Critical Role fandom, they are definitely kicking themselves now. Within an hour of launch, the Kickstarter surpassed $1 million, and it's release through Prime Video has garnered critical and audience praise for its blending of humor, fantasy, and chaos. If you love fantasy and you enjoy the grittiness of shows like The Boys and Invincible, this is the show for you. — Therese LacsonWatch on Prime Video

'Carnival Row' (2019 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 49% | IMDb: 7.7/10

Carnival Row

Fantasy

Release Date

2019-08-00

Cast

Orlando Bloom , David Gyasi , Karla Crome , Indira Varma , Tamzin Merchant , Simon McBurney , Jared Harris , Alice Krige

An urban fantasy set in a steampunk world with dashes of true crime and political commentary, there is a surprising amount to love when it comes to Carnival Row. Starring Orlando Bloom and Cara Delevingne, the series follows mythical creatures who culturally clash with the humans of the city. The show draws clear parallels to the struggles that immigrant populations feel when they arrive to a new country. While the story can sometimes be burdened by too many storylines, the world of Carnival Row is an intriguing one. The murder-mystery aspect and neo-noir tone keeps it interesting, and for lovers of the oft-neglected urban fantasy subgenre, this is sure to scratch an itch. — Therese LacsonWatch on Prime Video

'Good Omens' (2019 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 85% | IMDb: 8.0/10

Good Omens

Comedy

Fantasy

Release Date

May 31, 2019

Cast

Michael Sheen , David Tennant , Michael McKean , Frances McDormand , Jon Hamm

More often than not, TV shows inspired by books fail to capture the original author’s intentions when translating a story to the small screen. Thank God (and the Devil) Prime Video’s Good Omens was created for TV by Neil Gaiman, who wrote the original book of the same name with fantasy legend Terry Pratchett. Set in the middle of the Apocalypse, Good Omens follows the demon Crowley (David Tennant) and the angel Aziraphale (Michael Sheen) as they try to prevent the end of the world. While the forces of Heaven and Hell are eager to finally meet in combat in the war to end all wars, Aziraphale and Crowley don’t want to put an end to their mortal lives and will do anything to prevent the rise of the Antichrist. Besides diving deep into Christian theology to create a fantastic universe, Good Omens also features one of the best friendships on TV, since Aziraphale and Crowley learn that good and evil do not exist in extremes after spending millennia building a loving relationship. — Marco Vito OddoWatch on Prime Video

'The Wheel of Time' (2021 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 83% | IMDb: 7.2/10

The Wheel of Time

Fantasy

Sci-Fi

Release Date

November 19, 2021

Creator

Rafe Judkins

Cast

Barney Harris , Rosamund Pike , Daniel Henney , Michael McElhatton , Sophie Okonedo , Peter Franzen

Based on the best selling and beloved fantasy series by Robert Jordan, The Wheel of Time follows a group of kids in a fantasy land. All hailing from the same small village, they meet a mysterious man and woman who tell them that one of them is the fabled Dragon Reborn. The high fantasy adventure might seem a bit like The Lord of the Rings at first, but then it takes a sharp turn. Rosamund Pike stars as Moiraine Sedai, the mysterious woman who is a member of a female group of magic users called the Aes Sedai. While the first season does a lot to set up the future story, it also plays out like its own mini quest line. By the end of the season, major secrets and destinies are revealed. If you're a fan of high fantasy, but perhaps didn't like the grimdark aspect of Game of Thrones, take a look at this series. — Therese LacsonWatch on Prime Video

'Grimm' (2011 - 2017)

Rotten Tomatoes: 89% | IMDb: 7.9/10

Grimm

Drama

Horror

Release Date

October 28, 2011

Cast

Silas Weir Mitchell , Russell Hornsby , Sasha Roiz , Reggie Lee , Bree Turner , Bitsie Tulloch

The fantasy series Grimm begins with Portland detective Nick Burkhardt (David Giuntoli) discovering that fairy tale creatures are real and hiding in plain sight – some kind and helpful, others bloodthirsty and vengeful. Only the hunters he’s descended from, the Grimm, and other creatures can see their true form. Not only does he have to find a way to protect the city from threats only he and a few others can see, but he also has to unpack his family history and their legacy as Grimms. The series balances a procedural drama “crime-of-the-week” format with exceptional world-building that makes Portland feel like another world. Grimm isn’t afraid to explore the darker origins of classic tales, and even amongst the plethora of on-screen fairy tale adaptations available, the series is truly something special. – Brynna ArensWatch on Prime Video