37 Best Witch TV Shows

Let’s be honest. We’ve been obsessed with witches since the dawn of time, and television has only fanned the flames of our magical fascination. Whether they’re casting spells in suburban kitchens, battling demons in gothic manors, or just trying to survive high school, the witch is TV’s most versatile character.

Forget what you’ve seen in witch films of the past. Television gives these powerful women (and men!) room to breathe, to grow, and to cause so much delicious trouble. So grab your grimoire and light a candle. We’re counting down the 37 best witch shows to ever grace the small screen.

 

 

The Icons: Power of Three & Slayers

These are the shows that defined magical television for generations. They walked so the new covens could run—in fabulous, witchy boots, of course.

 

 

Charmed (1998-2006)

The OG. The blueprint. The Halliwell sisters—Prue, Piper, Phoebe, and later Paige—made witchcraft look like the coolest, most dangerous, and most fashion-forward job in San Francisco. It was part family drama, part demon-of-the-week romp, and all heart. The Power of Three will forever set you free.

 

 

Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003)

Okay, hear me out. While Buffy was the Slayer, Willow Rosenberg’s journey from shy nerd to terrifyingly powerful witch is one of the greatest character arcs in television history. This show gave us Dark Willow, proving that magic is never, ever a toy.

 

 

Sabrina the Teenage Witch (1996-2003)

Before things got all dark and Satanic, there was this gem. A perfect 90s sitcom where the biggest problem was figuring out a rhyming spell to clean your room or survive a quiz from Mr. Kraft. And let’s be real, Salem the cat remains the G.O.A.T. of magical familiars.

 

 

Bewitched (1964-1972)

The original magical girl. Samantha Stephens just wanted to be a normal suburban housewife, but she couldn’t help using that nose-twitch to solve every problem. It’s a classic for a reason, showing that even the most powerful witch sometimes just wants a quiet life.

 

 

Teen Coven: High School is Hell (Literally)

What’s more dramatic than being a teenager? Being a teenager who can accidentally set your crush on fire with your mind. Hormones and hexes are a killer combination.

 

 

The Vampire Diaries (2009-2017)

Come for the vampire love triangle, stay for the absolute powerhouse that is Bonnie Bennett. The Bennett witches were the magical backbone of Mystic Falls, constantly cleaning up the messes of their undead friends with style and sacrifice.

 

 

The Originals (2013-2018)

If you thought Mystic Falls had drama, welcome to New Orleans. This spin-off dove deep into ancestral magic, showcasing the raw, messy, and often brutal power of the French Quarter witches. Davina Claire didn’t come to play.

 

 

Legacies (2018-2022)

Set in the Salvatore School for the Young & Gifted, this show is basically magical teen mayhem cranked to eleven. It continued the legacy of the Mikaelson and Bennett lines, giving us a new generation of witches, including the ultra-powerful Hope Mikaelson.

 

 

The Secret Circle (2011-2012)

Criminally canceled after one season, this show had it all: a moody Pacific Northwest setting, a bound coven of ridiculously attractive teens, and dark family secrets. It was pure, distilled teen witch angst and we deserved more.

 

 

The Order (2019-2020)

Werewolves versus a secret society of magic-users on a college campus. What more could you want? *The Order* was a fun, quippy, and surprisingly dark take on academic witchcraft that left us too soon.

 

 

Dark Arts & Horror Stories

These shows aren’t about twitching your nose to bake a cake. This is blood magic, ancient curses, and deals with the devil. Not for the faint of heart.

 

 

Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (2018-2020)

Say goodbye to the sunny sitcom. This was a full-on gothic horror show, blending teen drama with genuine satanic panic and gorgeous, spooky visuals. Kiernan Shipka’s Sabrina was a fierce, flawed, and fabulous teenage witch torn between two worlds.

 

 

Salem (2014-2017)

This show took the history of the Salem witch trials and asked, “But what if the witches were real, and they were running the whole show?” It was a grimy, gory, and glorious piece of historical horror that pulled zero punches.

 

 

American Horror Story: Coven (2013-2014)

The season that launched a thousand memes. Jessica Lange, Angela Bassett, and Kathy Bates as dueling witches in New Orleans? It was camp, it was couture, it was a ridiculously fun ride. “Surprise, bitch” is now a permanent part of our vocabulary.

 

 

Penny Dreadful (2014-2016)

Eva Green’s performance as the tormented, possessed Vanessa Ives is an all-timer. This show was a beautiful, tragic, and terrifying gothic poem where magic was a curse as much as it was a gift. The witchcraft here felt ancient and deeply dangerous.

 

 

Supernatural (2005-2020)

While the Winchesters hunted everything under the sun, they often ran up against some incredibly powerful witches. No one more iconic than the magnificent Rowena MacLeod, the Scottish sorceress who could go from villain to ally and steal every single scene she was in.

 

 

True Blood (2008-2014)

In the chaotic world of Bon Temps, witches were another powerful faction vying for control. The show explored Wicca, necromancy, and some seriously dark “spirit-riding” that made vampires look tame by comparison.

 

 

Epic Fantasy & World-Building Witchcraft

These aren’t just stories about witches; they’re sagas where magic is woven into the very fabric of the universe. Get ready for some serious lore.

 

 

The Magicians (2015-2020)

Often pitched as “Harry Potter for adults,” this show was so much more. It was a cynical, hilarious, and heartbreaking look at a group of grad students discovering that magic doesn’t solve your problems—it just creates more interesting ones.

 

 

A Discovery of Witches (2018-2022)

Based on the beloved books, this is a sophisticated, romantic fantasy for grown-ups. It’s about a powerful witch and a centuries-old vampire falling in love and unraveling magical history. The locations are stunning, the chemistry is electric, and the magic feels academic and elemental.

 

 

The Witcher (2019-Present)

Sure, Geralt is the main event, but the sorceresses of *The Witcher* are the real power players. Yennefer of Vengerberg’s story is one of incredible transformation and ambition, showing the brutal cost and intoxicating allure of wielding chaos.

 

 

Shadow and Bone (2021-2026)

Magic, known as the Small Science, is everything in the Grishaverse. While not all are called witches, the Grisha are an army of magic-users with incredible, specific powers that make for some of the best fantasy visuals on TV.

 

 

His Dark Materials (2019-2022)

The witches of this world are fierce, long-lived, and deeply connected to the natural world. They fly on cloud-pine branches and feel no cold. Ruth Wilson’s chilling Mrs. Coulter may not be a witch in name, but her manipulative power is a dark magic all its own.

 

 

Game of Thrones (2011-2019)

Westeros is steeped in magic, and no one wielded it with more terrifying purpose than Melisandre, the Red Priestess. Her shadow magic and unwavering faith in the Lord of Light made her one of the show’s most feared and fascinating characters.

 

 

Once Upon a Time (2011-2018)

This show was a fairy tale fever dream, and at its center was Regina Mills, the Evil Queen. Her journey from pure villainy to complicated hero was one of the best parts of the series, proving that even the darkest witch can find redemption.

 

 

Cursed (2020)

This Arthurian legend retelling puts a magical spin on the Lady of the Lake. It’s a lush, beautiful, and sometimes brutal look at a world where magic is being hunted and stamped out. A fresh take on a very old story.

 

 

The New Guard: Magic for 2026

The cauldron is bubbling over with new and recent shows that are redefining what it means to be a witch on TV. These are the ones everyone is talking about right now.

 

 

Agatha: Darkhold Diaries (2026)

She stole the show, she had the best theme song, and now she has her own series. Kathryn Hahn’s Agatha Harkness was the deliciously wicked breakout star of *WandaVision*, and we can’t wait to see what chaos she cooks up in her own spooky corner of the MCU.

 

 

Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches (2026-Present)

Gothic, sensual, and set in a steamy New Orleans, this show dives into the sprawling, cursed history of a powerful family of witches. Alexandra Daddario leads a dynasty haunted by a mysterious spirit, and it’s as dark and addictive as Rice’s vampire chronicles.

 

 

WandaVision (2021)

This show finally, officially, crowned Wanda Maximoff as the Scarlet Witch. It was a brilliant, mind-bending exploration of grief that culminated in one of the most powerful magic-users in any universe embracing her destiny. The costumes alone were legendary.

 

 

Sanctuary for Witches (2026)

The buzziest show of 2026, *Sanctuary* is a sharp political thriller set in a world where witches have just revealed their existence. It’s less about spells and more about power, prejudice, and the fight for a place in the modern world. You absolutely need to watch this.

 

 

Cult Classics & Hidden Gems

They may have been short-lived or flown under the radar, but these witch shows cast a spell that still has us hooked. Give these a watch when you’ve burned through the big ones.

 

 

Witches of East End (2013-2014)

A glorious, soapy drama about a family of immortal witches living in a sleepy seaside town. Starring Julia Ormond, Jenna Dewan, and Rachel Boston, it was pure, unadulterated fun that was taken from us far too soon. We still want that season 3.

 

 

Motherland: Fort Salem (2020-2022)

Imagine a world where the Salem witch trials ended with a deal: witches would become the U.S. military. This show featured a unique magic system based on vocal cords (“work”) and some of the most intense world-building out there. A truly original take.

 

 

Eastwick (2009-2010)

Based on the classic book and movie, this show had a killer cast and a sexy, mysterious vibe. It only lasted one season, but it perfectly captured the story of three women discovering their powers after a devilish man comes to town.

 

 

Midnight, Texas (2017-2018)

This show was a delightful supernatural free-for-all, set in a town that served as a haven for vampires, psychics, and of course, witches. It was a fun, found-family story where magic was just part of the weird and wonderful landscape.

 

 

Locke & Key (2020-2022)

While not explicitly about witches, the magic system in this show is all about intention, artifacts, and bloodlines. The discovery and use of the magical keys feels deeply witchy, a tangible kind of spellcasting that’s both wondrous and terrifying.

 

 

Charmed (2018-2022)

The reboot brought the Power of Three to a new generation with a focus on sisterhood, social justice, and modern witchcraft. It carved its own path, creating a new legacy for a new trio of powerful, caring, and formidable Charmed Ones.

 

 

Global Magic & Animation

Witchcraft knows no borders. From brilliant animation to fantastic international series, these shows prove that a good spell works in any language.

 

 

The Owl House (2020-2026)

One of the best animated series of the last decade, period. A human girl stumbles into a demon realm and trains to be a witch under the tutelage of the rebellious Eda the Owl Lady. It’s creative, heartfelt, and wonderfully weird.

 

 

Good Omens (2019-Present)

Agnes Nutter was a 17th-century witch who wrote the only 100% accurate book of prophecies ever. Her descendant, Anathema Device, uses that book to try and stop the apocalypse. This show is a brilliant, hilarious, and profoundly charming look at fate and magic.

 

 

Luna Nera (2020)

This Italian-language series is set in the 17th century and follows a teenage girl accused of witchcraft who must choose between her destiny and the man she loves. It’s a dark, atmospheric, and beautifully shot historical fantasy.

 

 

Always a Witch (2019-2020)

A 17th-century Afro-Latina witch from Colombia time-travels to the modern day to escape being burned at the stake. It’s a vibrant, colorful, and unique fish-out-of-water story that blends history, romance, and powerful magic.

 

 

Your Coven Awaits

From the campy classics to the darkest horror, the best witch shows prove there’s no single way to be a witch. They are heroes, villains, students, and saviors. They reflect our own struggles with power, destiny, and finding our own magic in a sometimes-mundane world.

So, whatever your magical preference, there’s a show on this list waiting to cast its spell on you. Happy watching.