7 Upcoming Fantasy Shows, Ranked by Hype

The article ranks seven upcoming fantasy series by the level of fan anticipation, arguing that the genre’s television slate looks strong across 2026, 2027 and later. It notes that the projects have attracted very different reactions, with one facing substantial criticism rather than excitement.

The excerpts cover HBO’s Harry Potter adaptation, Netflix’s animated Magic: The Gathering series and Prime Video’s Fourth Wing. Harry Potter will adapt the first book in its opening season and has already been renewed for a second, while reports suggest production could span a decade; reception has been affected by comparisons with the films and negative views of J. K. Rowling. Magic: The Gathering has been in development since 2019 but has no release date, while Fourth Wing has been in development since 2023, with Esther McGregor and Emilio Sakraya set to star.