5 More Fantasy Franchises to Revisit if You Spent Winter Break Binging Percy Jackson
Yes, we spent the past two weeks of vacation watching the new Percy Jackson & the Olympians series on Disney+. No, we are not ashamed at all.
The franchise's first adaptation stole our hearts, from the charming cast to the riveting storyline and lively fanbase. Every preteen wished they were a demigod attending Camp Half-Blood. Now, here we are, almost a decade later, again dreaming we can befriend Percy Jackson, Annabeth Chase and Grover Underwood.
The first four episodes of the latest adaptation of Percy Jackson are out now. While you wait for the last few episodes to drop, appreciate one of these cherished fantasy films.
Game of Thrones
Game of Thrones might be the best series to tide you over while you wait. This HBO original has 10 action-packed seasons, set in a mythical universe of dragons, war and magic. We won't spoil too much, but the finale has notoriously angered many of its fans. Enjoy the ride, and when you finish, don't forget to watch its spin-off, House of the Dragon.
Harry Potter
Harry Potter is the OG fantasy franchise for Gen Z and Millennials. We don't trust you if you haven't seen it at least once!
Join Harry Potter, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger on their journey through Hogwarts, the ultimate boarding school for wizards. They must fight against darkness and save Hogwarts from destruction each year. It'll be hard to not love these characters as you watch them reach their graduation.
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Outlander
Outlander is grossly underrated. It has a whopping seven seasons. It's not quite as hefty as Game of Thrones, but it's sure to make your heart pound as you travel through almost a decade-long plot. You'll enter the world of Claire Randall, a World War military nurse who transports back in time. Tied between two universes, she must decide which life she loves more.
Shadow and Bone
Do you need a quick fix? Shadow and Bone is the perfect medication. The story follows Alina Starkov, a cartographer who discovers she comes from a gifted bloodline and must save a looming threat. Unfortunately, Netflix canceled the show after two seasons, but you can also read the book to learn more about its complete plot.
The Witcher
We've always wanted to travel back to medieval times. You know, without the rampant disease. Luckily, we can get close when we watch The Witcher.
This Netflix fantasy drama follows the story of a monster hunter, sorceress and princess from different timelines and merge into one. Turns out, that monster hunter wants the princess dead. Watch the series to see how it plays out—and continue your obsession with its animated series, Nightmare of the Wolf, and prequel, Blood Origin.
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