Forget 'The Witcher,' This Epic Dark Fantasy Series Deserves Its Own TV Adaptation

Published Aug 25, 2026, 7:18 PM EDT

Kendall Myers is a Senior Author with Collider. As part of the TV and Movies Features team, she writes about some of the most popular releases before, during, and after they premiere. In three years, she has written over 900 articles with topics ranging from classic sitcoms to fantasy epics.

Even with the genre’s recent expansion, ***The Witcher ***fills a specific niche with a dark fantasy story full of magic, monsters, and political intrigue. Since its 2019 release, the Netflix series has gained significant attention for its unique story and memorable battles. With only one season left, the show is rapidly approaching its end, yet The Witcher isn’t the only story of its kind. Dark fantasy isn’t limited to TV; it exists in every format. Just as The Witcher was adapted from Andrzej Sapkowski’s books, other series deserve the same chance.

Hannah Kaner’s** *Fallen Gods ***trilogy explores a world on the brink of civil war where divine beings are outlawed and systematically killed. With this context, the books offer an adventure like no other as the characters face powerful gods and political enemies alike. Kaner’s epic dark fantasy story is perfect for fans of The Witcher, making it the ideal option for the next adaptation. With an unlikely trio, detailed worldbuilding, and rich characters, **the *Fallen Gods *trilogy has the potential to be the next big fantasy show. **

The *Fallen Gods *trilogy takes readers on a journey through the kingdom of Middren, where everything has a god, from forces of nature to tiny household objects. However, in the wake of a devastating conflict, the king outlaws all worship, leading to the rise of godkillers, a group of mercenaries trained to destroy any remaining gods. The story follows Kissen, a one-legged godkiller with a personal grievance against the fire god Hseth, as she encounters a new challenge in the form of a young girl named Inara. Because the girl has bound her soul to Skedi, a minor god of white lies, Kissen cannot complete her job without hurting Inara. The three set off on a dangerous journey as their clashing worldviews force each character to question their own beliefs.

Meanwhile, the disillusioned soldier-turned-baker, Elogast, is called back into service to complete a secret mission for his friend, King Arren. Elo, whom Kissen meets just in time, becomes her unlikely ally. With assassins trailing them and the fire god and his loyal followers threatening the kingdom, **Kissen, Elo, and Inara become a found family of sorts and are eventually drawn into the greater political chaos taking over the world. **Between its epic battles and malevolent deities, *Fallen Gods *is an action-packed fantasy series that deserves to be brought to life.

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