Honor Among Thievesis the highly anticipated movie forD&Dfans, showcasing great potential in the trailers that have thus far been released. The film looks to have the authentic feel of aD&Dgame with an ensemble cast of varying races and classes, and fun camaraderie between them all.

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The Stark family standing in a line, ready to greet some honored guests.

With the movie’s release a few weeks away, fans will need to find ways to fill the time until then, and what better way than to indulge in some fantastic fantasy movies and TV shows? These listed shows will scratch the itch of fantasy fans with magic, beasts, and fantastical worlds.

8Game Of Thrones

There is alot to be said about the televised adaptation ofGame of Thrones, specifically the ending that left most fans outraged, but the earlier seasons ofGame of Thronesstill remain a sterling example of television excellence. It follows the tales of multiple houses all playing the titularGame of Thronesin their own way. The stalwart and honorable Ned strives to do right by his family and allies, King Robert wants to secure his claim, and Daenarys plots to take what is hers by birthright.

Though verging into dark fantasy, there are still enough elements of fantasy to satiateD&Dfans, such as the terrifying White Walkers and even dragons, the beloved children of Queen Daenerys. Not only that,Game of Thronesboasts some of TV’S greatest battles for the TTRPG fans that enjoy combat-heavy sessions.

Nimue leaning havily on her sword, a look of pain on her face as large dark veins grow up the side of her face.

7Cursed

A creative retelling of the Arthurian myth,Cursedtells the tragic tale of Nimue, who was famously the Lady of the Lake from the tales of old, instrumental in aiding Arthur and Merlin in vanquishing the dangerous sorceress Morgana.

But inCursed, the true threat is the tyrannical King Uther and his Red Paladins who terrorize the lands and anyone suspected of sorcery. Nimue must navigate the dangers of the world with her newfound partner Arthur to deliver an ancient sword to the powerful magician Merlin. The premise itself sounds like a quest a seasonedD&Dparty might embark on, and bring excitement and adventure to the screen.

The main characters of The Dragon Prince ensembled into one heroic shot together.

6The Dragon Prince

For those yearning for more whimsical high fantasy, look no further thanThe Dragon Prince.One of Netflix’s many originals,TheDragon Princeis an animatedfamily-friendly show set in a completely new and original world in which humans and elves now stand divided after humanity dabbled in dark arts, earning themselves exile from the elves and dragons.

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The show follows the tale of Callum and Ezra, two half-brothers who find themselves in the possession of a dragon egg, and an unlikely ally in a moonshadow elf known as Rayla. As the series progresses, more threats arise in the form of a mysterious being known as Aaravos and his mouthpiece, Viren. Though it is an animated piece,The Dragon Princestill presents a spiraling story of impressive scope, and plenty of mystery, intrigue, and adventure for adults to also enjoy.

5Stranger Things

80s nostalgia and more D&D references than you may roll a d20 at–that is an accurate way to sum up the hit showStranger Things. The music, clothes, gadgets, and even the Satanic Panic,Stranger Thingshas it all, as well as otherworldly creatures that have invaded earth thanks to the intelligence of several scientists lacking the wisdom to know any better.

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This cultural phenomenon perfectly encapsulated the feel of aD&Dgroup finding adventure and monsters in the real-life world, applying the names oflegendaryD&Dmonstersto the creatures they face such as the demogorgon, mind-flayer, and in the most recent season, Vecna.

4BBC Merlin

This BBC family-friendly show of swords and sorcery became a cultural phenomenon, capturing the hearts of many viewers with its charm. It is a rather faithful adaptation of the Arthurian legends, in which the young magician Merlin must protect Arthur from the dangers of the lands that always seem to converge in Camelot to cut down the Pendragon bloodline.

Merlinis a fun adventure to embark on, the chemistry between the two leads lending itself perfectly to the whimsical feel permeating the show.Though burdened with a questionable ending, the rest of the show perfectly makes up for it.

Part of the every-growing ensemble in Stranger Things, looking at something together in varying state of concern or disgust.

3The Witcher

Though a source of debate amongWitcherfans due to some controversial changes,The Witcheris still a fantastic dark fantasy show in its own right if viewers watch it with the mind that it’s an adaptation, and creative changes are par for the course when translating books to screen.

Following the tales and exploits of the Witcher known as Geralt, viewers are plunged into the rich, fantastic world filled with civil wars,impressive monsters, and magic. Though the interchanging timeline of the first series can be confusing to those new to the world ofTheWitcher, they will be rewarded with an immersive world and the touching story of found family between Geralt and Ciri.

The titular Merlin with one hand raised, preparing to cast a spell.

2The Lord Of Rings: The Rings Of Power

Amazon brought the beloved world ofThe Lord of the Ringsback to the screens of fans in the Summer of 2022, breathing new life and lore into Middle-earth, and plunging fans back into another fantasy-fueled adventure.

Set one thousand years prior to the events ofThe HobbitandThe Lord of the Rings, fan favorites such as Frodo and Aragorn are missing from this tale, with characters like Galadriel andbrand new, original characterstaking the reins for this particular adventure. The setting takes place in a time of peace, that is until major events in Middle-earth’s history such as the forging of the rings and Sauron’s rise to power occur, threatening the free peoples of the world.

Geralt and Vesemir standing together with looks of determination.

1The Legend Of Vox Machina

None can deny the impactCritical Rolehad on the internet, changing the face ofD&Dforever, and encouraging other hopefuls to pick up a few mics and cameras and broadcast their own unique adventures across the expansive and imaginative worlds.

The Legend of Vox Machinais an animated retelling of some of Critical Role Campaign 1’s greatest arcs including the Briarwoods and the Chroma Conclave. With excitement, intrigue, adventure, and aloveable group with fantastic dynamics,The Legend of Vox Machinais essential viewing for anyD&Dfan.

Three women in the woods confront an elderly, shabbily dressed man.

Vox Machina lined up in heroic poses, brandishing their weapons.