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. What Is 'Fallen Gods' About? 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. 'Fallen Gods' Already Has Everything a Fantasy Show Needs While the Fallen Gods trilogy tells a drastically different story, it mirrors elements of The Witcher with its unlikely family dynamic and dark fantasy world. The books may feature fewer outright monsters, but the gods make up for that as powerful enemies for the characters to face. Meanwhile, both stories emphasize the danger posed by humans through the complex political machinations the characters become mixed up in. More obviously, each follows an unlikely found family, which forms with the mission of protecting a young girl with unexpected power. With these parallels, a growing war at the center, and plenty of political betrayals, Fallen Gods would appeal to the same audience as The Witcher. Fallen Gods is a recent addition to the fantasy genre, with the first book in the series, Godkiller, published in 2023 and the conclusion released only last year. But its modern sensibilities are a strength. The Fallen Gods trilogy tells an inclusive story, with its strong female characters and LGBTQ+ representation, avoiding a common issue for fantasy adaptations. Many series have to change the source material to include a diverse cast, but Fallen Gods takes great care to represent people with disabilities, women, and the LGBTQ+ community. In a refreshing change of pace, powerful women, queer couples, and disabilities, like Kissen's prosthetic leg or Deaf characters, are framed as regular parts of the fantasy world. Ultimately, the dark fantasy trilogy tells an unforgettable story, and with The Witcher approaching its own series finale, Fallen Gods would be the perfect adaptation to fill the void. Release Date December 20, 2019 Network Netflix Showrunner Lauren Schmidt Hissrich Directors Stephen Surjik, Charlotte Brändström, Edward Bazalgette, Loni Peristere, Louise Hooper, Bola Ogun, Alex Garcia Lopez, Gandja Monteiro, Sarah O'Gorman Writers Haily Hall, Clare Higgins, Javier Grillo-Marxuach, Jenny Klein, Tania Lotia Franchise(s) The Witcher