News

Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon rank among the best fantasy TV shows of 21st century

Maintaining the legacy of being the best.

Published

2 months ago

October 14, 2024

Sayantan Choudhary

arya stark killing the white walker with catspaw dagger aka aegon's dagger

CREDITS: HBO max

Fantasy TV shows have become super popular in the 21st century because they let us escape into incredible new worlds. Two shows that stand out are Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon. They’re unique because of their great storytelling, high-quality production, and how much they’ve affected popular culture.

Best fantasy TV shows of the 21st century

Game of Thrones (2011-2019) and House of the Dragon (2022-present) are two fantasy TV shows that have received widespread critical acclaim and have been highly popular among audiences. Both shows have raised the bar for fantasy TV shows, offering engaging stories, memorable characters, and high production values. According to Collider, their ability to transport viewers to new worlds has solidified their places as two of the best fantasy TV shows of the 21st century.

Our Apps

The top 10 fantasy shows, as per Collider’s newest rankings are as follows:

‘Game of Thrones’ (2011-2019)
‘Kingdom’ (2019-2022)
‘House of the Dragon’ (2022-Present)
‘The Dragon Prince’ (2018-Present)
‘The Witcher’ (2019-Present)
‘Merlin’ (2008-2012)
‘The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance’ (2019)
‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ (2005-2008)
‘Attack on Titan’ (2013-2023)
‘Supernatural’ (2005-2020)

Rhaenyra confronts Addam of Hull in House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 trailer

Credits: Max

A Lasting Impact on Fantasy TV

George R.R. Martin’s works exert an influence that can be seen in many other shows that have followed in their footsteps, and their legacy will likely continue to shape the genre for years to come. Whether you’re a fan of politics, romance, or epic battles, these shows have something for everyone, cementing their place as the best fantasy TV shows of the 21st century.

House of the Dragon Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Dense, rich and jammy with scents of cherry tobacco and vanilla crème and a long, mouth coating finish with just a hint of sweetness.

Buy Now

We earn a commission if you make a purchase, at no additional cost to you.

If you have any important filming news about House of the Dragon, or if you want to collaborate with us or want to write for us, please drop us a message here.

Related Topics:Game of Thrones House of the Dragon

Up Next

Game of Thrones memorabilia sell for a total of $21,115,718 at Heritage Auctions

Don't Miss

George R.R. Martin shares behind-the-scenes photos from A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

Sayantan Choudhary

Sayantan is a keen follower of everything pop culture; from films, shows, anime to video games and latest memes. He started writing professionally for Wiki of Thrones during the 2021 lockdown, and has been developing his writing and editing skills ever since. Sayantan has since worked for several reputed firms, such as Collider and FandomWire, gathering experience and nods from some of the best in the industry. With a growing repertoire amassing renowned websites, Sayantan is your go to guy for all things Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon. When he is not hunting for headlines and theories, you can find him engrossed in fantasy shows, conspiracy theories and video games.