The Golden Age of Television stretched from 2000 to 2023, and some of the greatest fantasy shows debuted during that time period. The genre has seen so much progress over the past few decades, with technological advancements and the popularity of several influential fantasy shows driving that.

TV shows like Game of Thrones , with its sprawling storyline and multiple character arcs, proved that there was a market for fantasy. While Game of Thrones ' impact will forever be felt, there are shows in the genre that highlight why 2000 to 2023 truly was the Golden Age of Television .

The Vampire Diaries (2009-2017)

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The Vampire Diaries ran for eight seasons from 2009 to 2017. When the supernatural teen drama’s first season aired, it was clear that t

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