Whenever we think of television, the first thing that strikes on our mind is about series. Now there are many series that are mostly filled with drama, action, adventure, comedy and what not. But what if a series is filled with fantasy along with all the other genres too? The idea of falling in love with a fictional character that looks so real is fascinating indeed. A fantasy TV show actually lets your imagination flow so well. So here’s a list of the best fantasy TV series of all time to refresh your memories. And if you haven’t watched any one of them then do it now. And am sure you won’t regret it. 
#1 Supernatural
Supernatural is an American fantasy horror television series. It stars the two good looking brothers Dean (Jensen Ackles) and Sam (Jared Padalecki) Winchester. And we see them dealing with demons, angels and captivating vampires. But more than the demon-stabbing or angel-ganking, people await to watch the Winchester brothers. I mean who wouldn’t love to see not one but two hotties dealing with something so savage?! And there’s a thing about their hair. No really! The way several young women trot out and run their fingers through the hair of the brothers. It’s too hot to handle! No wonder it became one of the longest running fantasy TV series. That being said, it is one of the best fantasy TV series of all time.
#2 Grimm
Grimm is an American police procedural drama television series. And the characters are inspired by Grimm’s’ Fairy Tales. One fine day detective Nick Burkhardt (David Giuntoli) discovers that he’s not just a cop but also a Grimm. Yes, you heard that right! And this series has factually taken the story to an entire new level. They have infused good old drama with the Grimm’s’ Fairy Tales in such a way that you get a feeling like it’s affecting you in real. So far the series have managed to maintain a stable number of audiences for itself. And it is one of the fantasy TV shows that’s filled with mystery, drama and thrilling story lines.
#3 Game of Thrones
Game of Thrones is based on George R.R Martin’s ‘A Song of Ice and Fire’ and is adapted for television by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss. It is indeed a landmark in terms of depicting epic events on the television. And the performance by the stars is remarkable as they literally brought their characters to life. It is the characters that elevated the show way above just dragons and nudity. Starting from politics, drama, dragons to its overall repulsiveness – the series have truly set a bar for themselves. And almost everyone watches this series inevitably. So this being said, it would be no surprise if GOT is marked as one of the best fantasy TV series now and forever.
#4 Once Upon a Time
It is an American fantasy drama television series created by Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz. The story is about a young woman Emma Swan (Jennifer Morrison) with a troubled past. She is drawn to a small town in Maine where fairy tales are to be believed in. The story line is quite simple yet unique where you actually get to see the fairy tale characters come to life on the small screen. Once Upon a Time is one of the best fantasy series which has evidently excelled in adapting fairy tale characters along with their stories into a very successful series.
#5 The Vampire Diaries
The Vampire Diaries is an American supernatural fantasy drama television series. And it is based on the popular book series of the same name written by L.J. Smith. The story follows the life of Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) who falls in love with a 162-year-old vampire named Stefan Salvatore (Paul Wesley). But their relationship gets complicated as Stefan’s mysterious older brother Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder) returns. So initially we see Damon playing the negative character and plotting against Elena. But instead he falls in love with her hence creating a love triangle. Eventually we see both the brothers protecting Elena from various devils and threats of their own kind. Now I understand that people watch this series because of the story line. But it is more so because of the extremely good looking guys in it who actually upped the TRPs to a whole new level. Yes, really!
#6 Outlander
Outlander is a television fantasy drama series based on the historical time travel ‘Outlander series’ of novels by Diana Gabaldon. The story follows Claire Randall (Caitriona Balfe) who visits Scotland along with her husband, Frank. One fine day she goes for a walk alone when she is suddenly transported back in time. And there she meets Jamie Fraser (Sam Heughan) who is a clear definition of a ‘Scottish Hunk’ and also her evil ancestor, Jonathan Randall. So in order to stay alive she ends up marrying Jamie and that’s when everything gets really heated up. Starting from their excellent performance to their sizzling on-screen chemistry – they have really upped the ante. So far it is one of the best fantasy TV shows that is a must watch for everyone.
#7 Charmed
Charmed is an American supernatural fantasy drama television series created by Constance M. Burge. This series follows the story of three sisters – Prue (Shannen Doherty), Piper (Holly Marie Combs) and Phoebe (Alyssa Milano). They eventually discover that they are witches (the good ones though). And in the entire series we see how the three sisters fight the demons and also balance their own personal lives. Also, the three sisters are at their when their powers are put together. And that’s a beautiful example to show how unity and goodness always triumphs the evil. It’s one of the best fantasy series where you get to see magic, sci-fi and comedy all put together suitably.
#8 Avatar: The Last Airbender
It is an American animated television series created by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko and is indeed one of the best fantasy TV series of all time. In this series we see a young boy, Aang reawakens to undertake a dangerous mystic quest. And he does so to fulfill his destiny as the Avatar and to bring peace to the world that consists of four elemental-focused nations. The story is set in an Asian-influenced world where martial arts and elemental manipulation are the main components. This series has been a commercial success and acclaimed by both audiences and critics who praised its art direction, humor and the characters. This show is considered as one of the best in the list of fantasy TV shows till date.
#9 Penny Dreadful
Penny Dreadful is a British-American horror fantasy drama television series created by John Logan. The story chronicles the coming together of some classic and extraordinary characters. And that itself makes the series a whole lot captivating. We have Timothy Dalton as Sir Malcolm Murray, the man who more or less brings the group together. Also the great Simon Russell Beale who plays an Egyptologist. And who can forget the gorgeous Eva Green as Vanessa Ives who actually stole the show by her stellar performance in the entire series. Her incredible portrayal of this extremely complicated woman makes it even more enthralling. So it suffices to state that it is one of the best fantasy TV series that one can absolutely NOT miss.
#10 Stranger Things
Stranger Things is an American sci-fi horror Netflix original series created, written and directed by the Duffer Brothers. This is an 80’s infused tale of a disappearing child and a crazy horror-fantasy zone called ‘The Upside Down’. We also see a mysterious girl named Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown) with psychokinetic abilities and a limited vocabulary. In the story, we see the boy’s mother and his friends confront terrifying forces in order to get him back. Overall the earnestness of the actors and a well written story line will keep you engaged watching this series.
#11 The Good Place
The Good Place is an American fantasy comedy television series created by Michael Schur. This series stars Eleanor Shellstrop (Kristen Bell), a young woman who dies and wake up in the afterlife. She is then introduced by Michael (Ted Danson) to ‘The Good Place’, a heaven like utopia he designed, in reward for her righteous life. But she realizes that she has been sent here mistakenly. And she must hide her imperfect behaviour and try to become a better person. This basically results is an endlessly unraveling comedy of errors and ethics. And the best thing about this series is that they are full of gifted comic actors! So that being said, am sure you have figured out by now that it’s one of the best comical fantasy TV series that you must not miss at all.
So if you are sucker for series and you want a bit of fantasy infused with it then the above mentioned list of fantasy TV shows are a must watch. And I mean it. REALLY.
