If
there's one thing Netflix truly delivers it has to be the freedom to watch the
best fantasy and sci fi shows going. Let's face it, everyone needs a little
escape from the daily grind now and again, so why not chill out and embrace a
fantasy world upon occasion? The problem is choosing which to watch! Some of
the top 10
most watched Netflix fantasy shows are long running series, while others
are just a single season young. So taking this into account, let's run through
the top ten most watched and popular fantasy shows currently hosted on the
worlds premier streaming site. In no particular order:
1)
Black Mirror
The
acclaimed British series delves into the deepest and often darkest aspects of
our dependency upon technology. Each individual story (there is no concurrent
storyline) presents a fascinating analysis of where we could maybe be heading.
Writer Charlie Brooker leaves little to the imagination with certain topics,
with key episodes involving the infamous 'The National Anthem' and 'The Waldo
Moment'.
2)
The Vampire Diaries
Now
concluding its eighth season, this complex yet thoroughly entertaining series
engages in the various moral aspects of being a vampire. Do you drink the blood
of humans, or take the moral high ground and just feast upon squirrels and such
forth? In the background, there's a lot going on, with the story stretching over
the hundreds of years since the key characters were 'turned'...
3)
Star Trek - Next Generation
Time
for a little sci-fi after the first two rather sinister options! Who better to
place your faith in that Captain Luc Picard - played by Patrick Stewart in an
iconic role - as he leads the Starship Enterprise crew through the universe.
Sure it may be twenty plus years old but it stands the test of time. Perfect
for a Sunday afternoon little dose of escapism and dare we say it - nostalgia.
4)
The Walking Dead
Quite
possibly the show hosted on Netflix that most divides opinions, the long
running zombie saga is nevertheless incredibly popular. Is Rick Grimes a hero
or villain? Truth is the show is not really about the zombies all that often,
it is more about how humans band together in times of crisis, remorseless in
showing the good - and bad - aspects of how it could play out where society to
suddenly collapse.
5)
Sense8
In
the mood for something that really pushes the boundaries of reason? This show
involves eight people from across the world suddenly having their minds
connected. As would be expected they're a rather diverse bunch, and it is
compelling seeing how each person reacts to another's action. At times
hilarious, and often rather sinister, this is one that will certainly make you
think.
6)
Penny Dreadful
It
is quite amazing how this show never quite gained the exposure it deserves.
Featuring an all-star cast on the finest of form, this semi-speed punk
orientated show takes place in late Victorian England where monsters are on the
roam. Fancy some Dracula in Dulwich or some Wolfmen in Woolwich? If you haven't
seen it - check it out for elite quality production and a thrilling fun ride.
7)
Being Human
One
of those shows so good that there are both UK & US editions, this show is
ultimately all about showing that even monsters can have a heart (not always to
eat). The respective trio who play the lead characters try and help each other
avoid their mystical temptations, often with a hearty dose of black humor to
boot. A perfect series for a casual binge.
8)
Lost
It
is easy to forget that this classic series lasted for the best part of a
decade, and after a while, it demands a rewatch. For those who somehow missed
the first screenings, don't read up on what happens in the end! Just get ready
for a months worth of viewing, with shocks, horror, suspense and overall
classic storytelling.
9)
The Magicians
Pretty
difficult to sum this one up in a few sentences. Assume a kind of a mix between
Harry Potter and angsty yet engaging early twenty-somethings. Throw in a
monster. Honestly, it is much better than it sounds, and one of those shows
which you can - theoretically - watch over the course of a lazy day. Just try
not to get too attached to the lead characters....
10)
Travelers
Remember
Quantum Leap? This show borrows quite heavily from this premise whereby agents
are sent back in time by a mysterious 'Director' to alter the course of
history. Expect plenty of interplay between the lead protagonists as they
struggle with moral dilemmas - and of course their own personal chemisty. It
starts pretty slow but by mid season you'll be hooked.
