Shows similar to His Dark Materials

Adapting Andrzej Sapkowski's beloved book series, 'The Witcher' follows Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter in a dark fantasy setting. Fans of 'His Dark Materials' will be drawn to its intricate lore and moral complexity.

ABC's 'Once Upon a Time' weaves together various fairy tale characters in a modern setting with flashbacks to their fantasy origins. It offers a lighter take on fantasy that fans of 'His Dark Materials' might enjoy for its narrative complexity and character crossovers.

This series, based on Deborah Harkness's All Souls Trilogy, is about a historian who discovers she is a witch and gets entangled in the world of magical beings. The detailed magical system and character-driven narrative echo the elements loved by fans of 'His Dark Materials'.

Based on Leigh Bardugo's Grishaverse novels, 'Shadow and Bone' blends magical elements with a complex world of intrigue and power. Viewers will appreciate the well-developed characters and the rich, detailed fantasy world comparable to Lyra's universe.

Mixing the existential angst of young adulthood with a Narnia-esque universe, 'The Magicians', based on the novels by Lev Grossman, offers a darker take on magical education and fantasy worlds, appealing to those who appreciate 'His Dark Materials' for its maturity and thematic depth.

In a Victorian fantasy world, mythical creatures live alongside humans but are subjected to prejudice and societal restrictions. 'Carnival Row' offers a mature and politically dense narrative, akin to the multifaceted storytelling found in 'His Dark Materials'.