7 Fantasy Series Better Than Game Of Thrones

Looking back on Game of Thrones, it’s often a difficult watch. From disappointing plot turns to the famously divisive final episode – which still sparks debate almost seven years later – the show doesn’t always hold up. While many blame the final season for its decline, others point to season 6, when the show moved beyond the original books it was based on. It’s true that Game of Thrones was a hugely important and groundbreaking fantasy series, but if you’re looking for a consistently satisfying story from start to finish, there are other options that might be a better fit.

10 Best Reverse Isekai Anime Where the Real World Is the Fantasy

Reverse isekai stories are captivating because they highlight the differences between fantasy and everyday life. Watching powerful fantasy characters struggle with ordinary things – like a demon lord at a job interview or an elf obsessed with video games – surprisingly grounds these stories in relatable human experiences. The most successful reverse isekai tales work because they offer a fresh, and often amusing, perspective on the world around us.

HBO’s 7-Part Crime Thriller With A Near-Perfect RT Score Is Built For A Weekend Binge

This series is receiving incredible praise, boasting a 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes – even higher than beloved HBO shows like The Sopranos, The Wire, The Leftovers, and Succession. It’s quickly becoming one of HBO’s greatest series ever. With a second season already planned and strong viewership last year, this 7-part crime drama is predicted to be a major contender at the 2026 Emmy Awards next September.

Schitt’s Creek Star Addresses Making a Sequel Without Catherine O’Hara

Dan Levy, who played David in the popular CBC show Schitt’s Creek, recently returned to the Ontario town of Goodwood where the series was filmed. In an interview with Anthony Mason on CBS Sunday Morning, Levy visited the location for the first time since production ended in 2020. He shared fond memories of working with Catherine O’Hara, who played his character’s mother, and made it clear that any future projects, like a sequel or reunion, wouldn’t happen without her.

Major Defenders Star Hypes Up MCU Return In Daredevil: Born Again After 7 Years

After a decade since the previous Daredevil series, “Daredevil: Born Again” is back with Charlie Cox reprising his role as the hero. The cast also includes returning favorites Vincent D’Onofrio, Deborah Ann Woll, and Wilson Bethel, as well as new faces like Margarita Levieva, Michael Gandolfini, and Zabryna Guevara. The first season premiered in 2025, and the second is scheduled for 2026.

6 Great ’70s & ’80s Kung Fu Comedies That Don’t Star Jackie Chan

Combining comedy and martial arts has been a winning formula for decades, and Jackie Chan is a major reason why. His classic films like Drunken Master, The Young Master, and Snake in the Eagle’s Shadow offered a fun, lighthearted change of pace from traditional historical Chinese martial arts movies.

Not Even Marvel’s Best Street-Level Story Can Escape The MCU’s Multiverse Saga

What’s been really enjoyable about Daredevil: Born Again is how realistic and down-to-earth it is, focusing on street-level crime within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After so many recent projects dealing with huge, universe-spanning threats since Avengers: Endgame, it’s a welcome change to see a story that doesn’t involve alternate realities or time travel.

10 Classic Sci-Fi Shows That Are Problematic in 2026

It can be jarring to revisit older TV shows and movies objectively, as you start to notice problematic elements like harmful racial stereotypes, poor casting choices, sexist plots, and outdated views on gender. While some classics still hold up, remakes and revivals offer a chance to recapture the good feelings without repeating those mistakes. Over time, it’s not just the special effects in science fiction that feel dated – many aspects of older shows can seem surprisingly out of touch.

Arty Froushan Endorsed by Daredevil Co-Star as Next James Bond

Arty Froushan, who plays Buck Cashman in the upcoming Daredevil: Born Again series—the right-hand man to Wilson Fisk (played by Vincent D’Onofrio)—was recently featured in a social media post. A fan on X (formerly Twitter) shared a picture of Froushan with a handgun next to a photo of James Bond, captioning it “hear me out.” D’Onofrio responded simply with, “I agree.” Many other fans have also expressed their approval of the show’s casting choices, with one commenting that the connection “makes perfect sense.”