If you loved 'Empire Queen: The Golden Age of Magic (2024)' and are craving more enchanting adventures, this list is for you! We’ve curated 10 spellbinding movies and shows that share its magical themes, epic storytelling, and breathtaking visuals. Whether you're a fan of fantasy, strong heroines, or mystical worlds, these picks will keep you captivated.

Carnival Row (2019)
Description: Blends fantasy and political intrigue in a Victorian-inspired world where mythical creatures and humans clash over power and survival.
Fact: The show was in development for nearly a decade before its release, with Orlando Bloom initially attached to star.


The Shannara Chronicles (2016)
Description: A post-apocalyptic fantasy where magic re-emerges in a world that has forgotten it, filled with quests and ancient prophecies.
Fact: Based on Terry Brooks' novels, it was one of MTV's first forays into high-budget fantasy series.


Merlin (2008)
Description: A reimagining of Arthurian legends with a young Merlin navigating magic in a kingdom that fears it, blending adventure and coming-of-age themes.
Fact: The show was filmed in Wales and France, using real castles as backdrops for Camelot.


Once Upon a Time (2011)
Description: A modern fairy tale where classic characters are trapped in the real world, struggling with curses, magic, and identity.
Fact: The show's creators originally pitched it as a 'what if' scenario where Snow White and Prince Charming had a child.


Reign (2013)
Description: A historical fantasy drama centered on royal intrigue, romance, and the struggle for power in a court filled with secrets.
Fact: Despite its historical setting, the show took creative liberties with fashion and music, blending modern elements into the 16th century.


The Last Kingdom (2015)
Description: A historical drama with elements of destiny and power struggles, set in a world where kingdoms rise and fall amid war and betrayal.
Fact: Based on Bernard Cornwell's 'The Saxon Stories,' it blends real history with fictional characters.


The Magicians (2015)
Description: A darker take on magic, following students at a secret academy who discover that magical worlds from books are real and dangerous.
Fact: The series subverts traditional fantasy tropes, often blending humor with horror and existential themes.


His Dark Materials (2019)
Description: A tale of parallel worlds, magical artifacts, and young protagonists discovering their true potential amid grand conspiracies.
Fact: Features 'daemons,' physical manifestations of a person's soul, which are unique to the story's universe.


The Wheel of Time (2021)
Description: A high-fantasy series with a rich magical system, epic battles, and a focus on destiny and power struggles within a mystical world.
Fact: Based on Robert Jordan's bestselling book series, it features one of the most detailed magic systems in fantasy literature.


The Outpost (2018)
Description: A fantasy adventure following a lone survivor seeking vengeance in a world where magic and political intrigue collide.
Fact: The series was praised for its strong female lead and practical effects in a low-budget setting.
