After the tremendous success of live-action adaptations of anime and manga series, Netflix has now introduced the latest version of 'Avatar: The Last Airbender.' Created and produced by Albert Kim, the series premiered on Netflix on February 22, 2024. For those who are wondering what to watch after 'Avatar: The Last Airbender,' we've compiled a list of TV series that can effectively fill the void. Here's the list 👇
'Sweet Tooth' is a live-action fantasy series written by Jim Mickle, adapted from the comic book series developed by Jeff Lemire. The series first aired on Netflix in June 2021 and its second season premiered in April 2023. After the second season, it was announced that the third and final season is in production. The story is set in a world devastated by a virus where most of the population has perished. Subsequently, hybrid babies with animal features are born. Christian Convery portrays Gus, a 10-year-old with deer-like features who sets out to find his mother after his father's death. The series received widespread critical acclaim, garnering 20 nominations at the Children and Family Emmy Awards in its first two seasons.
'The Sandman' is a live-action series inspired by Neil Gaiman's comic book series published between 1989 and 1996. The story follows Dream, a member of the Endless, a group of seven powerful and immortal beings each associated with a specific aspect of existence. Dream, also known as Morpheus, controls dreams and oversees a realm called the Dreaming where dreams and nightmares take shape. Developed for Netflix by Neil Gaiman, David S. Goyer, and Allan Heinberg, the production is a collaboration between DC Entertainment and Warner Bros. Tom Sturridge stars in the lead role, with supporting cast members including Boyd Holbrook, Vivienne Acheampong, and Patton Oswalt.
'His Dark Materials' is a live-action fantasy adaptation based on Philip Pullman's trilogy. The series is set in a parallel universe and follows the journey of a young girl named Lyra Belacqua as she explores a complex and mysterious world. The story includes various universes, daemon companions representing a person's soul, armored polar bears, and a powerful particle called Dust. The first season, premiered in 2019, covers events from the first novel, 'Northern Lights' (also known as 'The Golden Compass'). The second season, released in 2020, adapts the second novel, 'The Subtle Knife,' and the final season serves as an adaptation of the third novel, 'The Amber Spyglass.' The series received positive reviews for its ambitious storytelling and imaginative world-building.
In October 1989, on a single day, random and unconnected women who showed no signs of pregnancy give birth to 43 babies. Seven of these babies are adopted by billionaire industrialist Sir Reginald Hargreeves. Hargreeves forms the Umbrella Academy and prepares his 'children' to save the world. However, things don't go as planned. The family fractures during their teenage years, and the team disperses. Now almost thirty years old, the six surviving members reunite upon hearing news of Hargreeves' death. Luther, Diego, Allison, Klaus, Vanya, and Number Five come together to solve a mystery surrounding their father's death. However, the estranged family, with their individual personalities and abilities, begins to drift apart again amidst a looming global catastrophe.
'The Witcher' is a fantasy drama series created by Lauren Schmidt Hissrich for Netflix. It is based on the book series of the same name by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski. The Witcher follows the story of Geralt of Rivia, a solitary monster hunter who tries to find his place in a world where humans are often worse than monsters and creatures. However, when fate leads him to a powerful sorceress and a young prince with a special ability, they must navigate the increasingly unstable Continent together.
'Wednesday' is a supernatural live-action series centered around the character Wednesday Addams, created from Charles Addams' works. Developed by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, the story begins with Wednesday being expelled from school due to her unusual reaction to bullying against her brother Pugsley. In response, her parents Gomez and Morticia Addams enroll her in Nevermore Academy. Wednesday's cold and unemotional personality challenges her ability to connect with classmates at school. Despite these personal struggles, she undergoes a transformative experience when she learns of her mother's psychic abilities. The series features Jenna Ortega in the lead role, along with Gwendoline Christie, Riki Lindhome, Jamie McShane, Hunter Doohan, Percy Hynes White, Emma Myers, Joy Sunday, Georgie Farmer, Naomi J. Ogawa, Christina Ricci, and Moosa Mostafa among the cast. Three weeks after its release, the show became the second most-watched English-language show on Netflix. It garnered two Golden Globe nominations and won four Prime Time Emmy Awards.
'Watchmen' is a 2019 American superhero drama miniseries based on the 1986 DC Comics series created by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons. Created by Damon Lindelof for HBO, the series defines itself as a 'remix' of Moore and Gibbons' comic book, presenting a sequel set 34 years later. The series focuses on the racist violence events in present-day Tulsa, Oklahoma, and the repercussions of the White Supremacist group arming against the police. Detective Angela Abar investigates her friend and police chief's murder while uncovering secret information.
'The Legend of Korra' is set about 100 years after the events of Avatar and follows Korra's mastery of the four elements and her acceptance as the Avatar. While the basic concept remains the same, much has changed about the world. Toph's discovery of metal bending and Zuko perfecting his lightning bending have initiated an industrial revolution, transforming the four nations into something resembling Victorian-era London. Throughout four seasons, Korra must not only master physically but also face opponents who question her morals, spirituality, and beliefs.
The live-action adaptation of the manga series 'One Piece,' based on Eiichiro Oda's manga series, premiered on Netflix in August 2023. The series follows the Straw Hat Pirates' quest for the mythical treasure One Piece. This treasure, if found, could crown their captain Monkey D. Luffy as the 'King of the Pirates,' a highly coveted title. The series features a cast including Iñaki Godoy, Emily Rudd, Mackenyu, Jacob Romero Gibson, and Taz Skylar.
'The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance' is an American fantasy television series produced by The Jim Henson Company. It is a prequel to the 1982 Jim Henson film 'The Dark Crystal' and explores the Thra world created for the original film. The story follows three Gelflings—Rian, Deet, and Brea—as they unite the Gelfling clans to rebel against the oppressive Skeksis and save their planet Thra from a devastating threat known as the 'Darkening.' After one season was released, it was announced in September 2020 that there would not be another season.