Ben je fan van 'The Worst Witch' (2017) en op zoek naar soortgelijke magische avonturen? Dit artikel biedt 10 films en series die dezelfde betoverende sfeer en thema's delen. Of je nu houdt van hekserij, vriendschap of spannende verhalen, hier vind je gegarandeerd iets naar je smaak!

Kiki's Delivery Service (1989)
Beschreibung: A charming tale of a young witch leaving home to establish herself, focusing on independence, growing confidence, and using magic in everyday life.
Fakt: Studio Ghibli's first major commercial success. The film's coastal town was inspired by various European cities including Stockholm and Visby.


The Worst Witch (1998)
Beschreibung: Centers on a clumsy but determined young witch navigating magical school life, emphasizing friendship, perseverance, and magical mishaps.
Fakt: Based on Jill Murphy's children's book series. The 1998 adaptation was filmed at a real historic castle in England.


Merlin (2008)
Beschreibung: Follows a young magical apprentice hiding his powers while serving royalty, blending medieval fantasy with coming-of-age magical training.
Fakt: The series reinterpreted Arthurian legends with a focus on Merlin and Arthur's friendship. It was BBC's most successful drama series during its run.


A Discovery of Witches (2018)
Beschreibung: The show revolves around a young witch discovering her powers and navigating a hidden magical world, blending fantasy with coming-of-age themes.
Fakt: Based on the bestselling All Souls Trilogy by Deborah Harkness. The series was filmed in various historic locations across the UK and Italy.


Witches of East End (2013)
Beschreibung: Centers on a family of witches with generational magic, focusing on young women coming into their powers amidst family secrets and supernatural dangers.
Fakt: Based on the novel by Melissa de la Cruz. The show features Norse mythology elements woven into its witchcraft lore.


The Librarians (2014)
Beschreibung: Mixes magic with adventure as a group of protectors safeguard magical artifacts, featuring lighthearted storytelling with magical problem-solving.
Fakt: Spin-off from The Librarian TV movies. The show incorporates real mythological and historical artifacts into its fantasy plots.


The Magicians (2015)
Beschreibung: Combines magical education with personal growth, following students at a secret magic school who discover their abilities aren't just about spells but self-discovery.
Fakt: The series blends elements from Narnia-like fantasy worlds with modern-day magical realism. It's known for its dark humor and musical episodes.


His Dark Materials (2019)
Beschreibung: Features a young protagonist discovering her special destiny in a world where magic and science intertwine, with themes of self-discovery and challenging authority.
Fakt: Based on Philip Pullman's acclaimed trilogy. The show's daemons (animal companions) were created using cutting-edge CGI technology.


Motherland: Fort Salem (2020)
Beschreibung: Features young women training in a magical military academy, exploring themes of power, responsibility, and female camaraderie in a supernatural setting.
Fakt: The show reimagines the Salem witch trials history where witches ended persecution by forming an alliance with the US government.


Charmed (1998)
Beschreibung: Focuses on sisterhood and magical heritage, with young witches learning to harness their powers while balancing everyday life and supernatural threats.
Fakt: One of the longest-running hour-long series with all-female leads. The show's Book of Shadows was created by a professional witch.
