With the premiere of Marvel’sAgatha All Alonglaunching weekly episodes leading up to the spookiest day of the year, it feels only proper to dive into the world of witches. With the show’send credits paying homageto the decades of witch media that came before it, we thought we’d give you some witchy recommendations to add to your media cauldron and watch with your coven. Here are the best witch shows streaming now.
For more spooky series, check out our lists of thebest horror show on every streaming service, the best horror shows on Netflix, andthe best horror shows ranked.
‘Agatha All Along’ (2024 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 79% | IMDb: 6.8/10
Agatha All Along
Of course, we have to start with the show that kicked off this whole article:Agatha All Along, starring an all-star coven, includingKathryn Hahn(Tiny Beautiful Things) reprising her role as the titular Agatha Harkness along withJoe Locke(Heartstopper) as a mysterious magical teen. Joining their adventure down this bumpy magical road are acting greatsDebra Jo Rupp,Aubrey Plaza,Sasheer Zamata,Ali Ahn, and legendPatti LuPone, who each bring a great new flavor to this enchanting brew. Witch puns aside, this spin-off of the hit seriesWandaVisionis not just visually spectacular and creatively told — it’s a bastion of representation, featuring an openly gay main character and a talented cast of women 40 and over from different ethnic backgrounds who are fully fleshed-out characters with goals, rich backstories, and flaws. Feels like afirst for the MCU.
Watch on Disney+
‘Chilling Adventures of Sabrina’ (2018 - 2020)
Rotten Tomatoes: 82% | IMDb: 7.4/10
Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
Taking place in the same universe as CW’sRiverdale,Chilling Adventures of Sabrinais a thrilling supernatural horror series that takes the whimsical tone of the originalArchiecomics and bathes it in the occult.Kiernan Shipka(Mad Men) takes on the role of Greendale’s own half-human, half-witch in this coming-of-age story where Sabrina must learn magic while confronting the dark realities of trying to balance witchcraft and her social life as a regular high schooler. The emergence of powers has long been a staple of metaphorically portraying the struggles of puberty, and this series does it with a delightfully campy feel and visually spectacular cinematography that elevates every aspect of the story.
Watch on Netflix
‘Sabrina the Teenage Witch’ (1996 - 2003)
IMDb: 6.7/10
Sabrina the Teenage Witch
Now, if you want all the witchy madness ofArchie Comicswithout the scares and haunting imagery, thenSabrina the Teenage Witchis the adaptation you need. Nickelodeon starMelissa Joan Hart(Clarissa Explains It All) clicks her heels and steps into the shoes of Sabrina Spellman as she leaps into the whimsically bureaucratic world of witches when she gains her powers on her 16th birthday. Each episode revolves aroundSabrina’s journey to master magicwhile her uncontrolled powers get in the way of her normal teenage life. The vibe of this episodic series is wonderfully ’90s, with just the right amount of camp and wacky humor. Plus, the supporting cast and special appearances by real magicians are a treat that keeps the show fun and nostalgic.
Watch on Hulu
‘Charmed’ (1998 - 2006)
IMDb: 7.2/10
Charmed (1998)
Alyssa Milano(Insatiable),Holly Marie Combs(Pretty Little Liars), and the lateShannen Doherty(Heathers) play three charming sisters living in San Francisco who find a book of witchcraft passed down through their family line that prophesied that they would be the most powerful witches of all time. Now, they have to use the “Power of Three” to fend off evils attacking innocents in their city.Charmedis the brainchild ofConstance M. Burge(Ally McBeal) andAaron Spelling(Beverly Hills, 90210), who both made a heavy impact in their genres (dramas led by strong woman protagonists and young adult coming-of-age dramas, respectively), and together, they created a fantasy show that combines the best of both worlds. This long-running cult classic created the template for fantastical broadcast dramas that studios have been cribbing for decades.
Watch on Peacock
‘A Discovery of Witches’ (2018 - 2022)
Rotten Tomatoes: 87% | IMDb: 7.8/10
A Discovery of Witches
Based on the book series byDeborah Harkness,A Discovery of Witchesis a supernatural romance featuring a gripping mystery at the center of a web of politics surrounding an underworld of magical creatures. Hunting down answers to the origins of supernatural species areTeresa Palmer(Warm Bodies), a historian who has renounced her witch heritage, andMatthew Goode(The Offer), a vampire who offers to help solve the mystery of a lost book. Together, they have to navigate the tumultuous relationships between the different species while avoiding getting killed on their search. The show captures the tone of the book series, and producers atBad Wolffilled the cast with A-tier talent to bring it to life, including recognizable faces from across British media likeOwen Teale(Game of Thrones),Alex Kingston(Doctor Who), andGregg Chilingirian(The Wheel of Time).
‘Witches of East End’ (2013 - 2014)
Rotten Tomatoes: 71% | IMDb: 7.5/10
Witches of East End
Another supernatural drama centering on a family of witches,Witches of East Endis a perfect blend of soapy and silly. This loose adaptation of the novel byMelissa de la Cruzis led by a gorgeous group of gals who bring the Beauchamp family to life with lots of flare and quirks. Leading the charge isJulia Ormond(The Walking Dead: World Beyond) as the matriarch of the family, withJenna Dewan(The Rookie) andRachel Boston(SEAL Team) as her daughters who discover they are the next generation in a bigger world of magic. They, along with their devilishly wild Aunt Wendy, played byMädchen Amick(Riverdale), explore their powers while trying not to ruin their careers, relationships, and lives.
‘Mayfair Witches’ (2023 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 44% | IMDb: 6.2/10
Mayfair Witches
AMC presents acompanion pieceto their other popularAnne Riceadaptation,Interview with the Vampire, that goes deep into the horror side of her oeuvre.Mayfair Witchesgoes beyond the gothic vibes of the vampire novels that Rice was so adept at creating to present a full world of witches, ghosts, and shapeshifters.Alexandra Daddario(The White Lotus) steps into a supernatural thrill ride as she takes on the role of Rowan Fielding, the heiress of a dynasty of witches with a history of mysterious deaths that surround them. The show is beautifully shot, and the lore is great to engage with as the mystery slowly unfolds. Anyone who likes a little bit of a scare with their witchcraft is gonna get a good cackle from this one.
‘American Horror Story: Coven’ (2011 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 85% | IMDb: 8.0/10
American Horror Story
The anthology seriesAmerican Horror Storyhas been a staple of television horror for over a decade, and the third season takes fans of the show to New Orleans inside a boarding school for budding witches. CreatorRyan Murphy(American Crime Story) brings back his usual ensemble, includingSarah Paulson(Hold Your Breath),Evan Peters(Monster),Jessica Lange(Feud), andFrances Conroy(Six Feet Under), but this time, he adds some extra flavor to the NOLA setting with guest starsAngela Bassett(Black Panther),Mike Colter(Evil), and the late, greatLance Reddick(Resident Evil). Fantastic cast aside, this season digs deep into witch folklore, going all the way back to the original Salem Witch Trials while building a world of creeping darkness all its own.
‘Salem’ (2014 - 2017)
Rotten Tomatoes: 82% | IMDb: 7.1/10
Speaking of the trials,Salemis a historical supernatural horror set in the 17th century during the Salem Witch Trials, but instead of simply being a farcical bout of patriarchal hysteria, the witchcraft is real, and the trials are being exploited for a sinister plot to summon the devil himself.Janet Montgomery(New Amsterdam) dons her bonnet as a witch in hiding who is executing a dangerous game of demonic chess along with the other witches in Salem, Massachusetts, as the witch hunt escalates and the Puritans are ready for an all-out war against the forces of hell. This slick period drama with a gothic flare is peak witch media, and anyone who loves shows where women take back their power has to check out this show.
‘Bewitched’ (1964 - 1972)
IMDb: 7.6/10
We’ve talked about a lot of serious witch dramas in this article, so we gotta end it with the original G.O.A.T., to which many of these seriesowe their whole career.Bewitchedis an eight-season sitcom starringElizabeth Montgomery(The Legend of Lizzie Borden) andDick York(Inherit the Wind) as a married couple, the former a powerful witch and the latter her run-of-the-mill mortal husband who is prone to falling under wacky spells that cause shenanigans around their small town. The weekly format and delightful characters make the show easy to hop into at any point in the series while being perfect for playing in the background of any witchy-themed parties you may be throwing.
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