10 Fantasy Shows You Missed (Better Than the Popular Ones)

If you loved Game of Thrones, The Witcher, or The Sandman, these 10 fantasy shows are just as good – and most people completely missed them. In this video, I rank 10 criminally underrated fantasy series that deserve way more hype. From dark magic and epic world‑building to emotional storytelling, this list is packed with hidden gems you need to watch next. In this countdown, we’re ranking fantasy series with: • Unique worlds and deep lore • Creative magic systems • Strong character arcs and emotional payoffs • Binge-worthy storytelling that keeps you hooked. Whether you’re into dark fantasy, epic quests, or more grounded, character-driven stories, this list has something you probably haven’t watched yet – but should. If you like searching for: • underrated fantasy series • must watch fantasy shows • best fantasy series to watch • hidden gems fantasy shows …then this video is made for you. I’ve focused on shows that: Aren’t constantly spammed in every “top 10 fantasy” video Have solid world-building and storytelling Are worth your time in 2025 and beyond. You’ll find a mix of fantasy series from different platforms (like Netflix, Prime Video, and more), so there’s a good chance you already have access to at least a few of them. 🎬 What you’ll discover: 0:00 Intro 00:55 #10 – The Outpost (2018-21) 01:46 #9 – A Discovery of Witches (2018-22) 02:59 #8 – Sweet Tooth (2021- 24) 04:02 #7 – Locke & Key (2020-22) 05:02 #6 – The Shannara Chronicles (2016-17) 06:13 #5 – Grimm (2011-17) 07:14 #4 – The Magicians (2015-20) 08:24 #3 – Penny Dreadful (2014-16) 09:34 #2 – His Dark Materials (2019-22) 10:43 #1 – Carnival Row (2019-23) 12:03 Outro ⭐ WHAT TO DO NEXT: • COMMENT: Which fantasy series on this list are you watching next? • TELL ME: What underrated fantasy show should be in the next video? • SUBSCRIBE: For more rankings, honest reviews, and hidden gems every week    / @reelranksofficial   If you discovered even ONE new series from this list, make sure to: 👍 Smash the like button 🔔 Subscribe to ReelRanks for more must watch lists 📺 Save this video so you can come back when you need a new fantasy binge 🔔 Like • Comment • Subscribe For more fantasy breakdowns, underrated TV gems & binge-worthy recommendations. 📌 Subscribe:    / @reelranksofficial   #UnderratedFantasySeries #FantasyTVShows #HiddenGemFantasy #netflix #primevideo #fantasyseries