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Supernatural shows have consistently ruled over the hearts of television audiences for a very long time. In fact, people began romanticizing tales of witches, monsters, vampires, and other supernatural creatures way back during the Middle Ages when these stories eventually came to be thought of as more fact than myth.
Over the years, several supernatural shows have tried to capture the imagination of audiences by creating fantasy worlds inhabited by supernatural beings. Whether it is Netflix's Stranger Things or CW's Supernatural, the characters, the world-building, and the plot have made these supernatural shows some of the best fictional stories ever told.
Preacher, Lucifer, and 8 other supernatural shows to watch in 2024
1) Stranger Things
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Stranger Things is what happens when a studio and the creator have a truly unique story to tell. With the show being four seasons old so far, people often use the quality of this show to measure it against originals from other streamers. Set in the roaring 80s, the show follows a group of kids tackling strange events in their small town of Hawkins, Indiana.
The writers have done a great job of introducing new threats with each consecutive season of this supernatural show and kept things interesting, making the fact that a fifth season is in the works, all the more exciting for fans.
2) Supernatural
Supernatural is a cultural flagship in this genre of stories, having captivated audiences for more than a decade. The show takes us along for a crazy ride with the swashbuckling Winchester brothers (Jensen Ackles and Jared Padalecki), as they risk their lives and hunt dangerous monsters, investigate paranormal activities, and get rid of the paranormal scum polluting their world.
Endearing characters, a goosebumps-inducing atmosphere, and an eclectic collection of monsters make Supernatural as good as it is. It is one of the few rare shows that has maintained its appeal for 15 years with 15 seasons.
3) The Haunting of Hill House
This Netflix miniseries, adapted from Shirley Jackson's classic novel, delves into the chilling experiences of a family haunted by their past. This supernatural show takes a look at the lives of siblings who, as children, grow up in the most famous haunted house in the entire country.
As adults, the characters are forced back together in the face of tragedy and must confront the ghosts of their past. Some ghosts lurk in their minds, while others lurk in the dark hallways of Hill House. Set in a perpetually autumnal atmosphere, is not afraid to explore darkness and melancholy. While it delivers effective scares, its slow-burn horror and lingering emotional impact leave a lasting impression.
4) What We Do in the Shadows
Based on the film of the same name, What We Do in the Shadows is a supernatural show and mockumentary series that follows three ancient vampires, Nandor, Colin Robinson, and Nadja, dealing with the struggles of regular life in modern-day Staten Island.
The series offers a comedic take on the vampire genre, blending horror and humor with delightful results. The talented cast and the show's unique blend of the mundane and the morbid have made it a beloved fan favorite, proving that even the frightening fanged vampires can be somewhat endearing.
5) Wednesday
A supernatural show that reimagines the iconic Addams Family for a modern audience, this series in question is none other than the critically acclaimed, Wednesday. Based on Charles Addams' classic comic, the show follows the teenage Wednesday Addams as she attends a mysterious boarding school and uncovers a dark secret from her family's past.
The show's spooky atmosphere, witty humor, and captivating characters successfully capture the essence of the original work while offering a fresh and thrilling revision of the supernatural genre.
6) Lovecraft Country
Though only lasting for a season, Lovecraft Country leaves a lasting impression with its blend of fantasy and horror punctuating it with some eye-opening social commentary. Set in the post-Jim Crow South of the 1950s, the series follows a black man's journey to find his missing father, encountering unexplainable horrors along the way.
While not directly tied to H. P. Lovecraft's New England setting in his book, the series captures the creepy atmosphere and themes that made his works so influential. By intertwining supernatural elements with the realities of racism, Lovecraft Country offers a thought-provoking and chilling look at the human condition.
7) Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Sarah Michelle Gellar plays the titular character, Buffy Summers, who lives a normal life as a high school student during the day and hunts vampires in the night. This classic supernatural show was created by Joss Whedon in 1997 (who also directed the first Avengers movie) and ran for 7 seasons.
The show was one of the first to pioneer the notion of a female-led action series and is still held in high regard by fans to date.
8) The X-Files
The X-Files is a supernatural investigative series released in 1993 that continues to remain a pop culture icon. In this investigative series, the responsibility of investigating untouched cases and uncovering the paranormal plot behind them rests in the hands of FBI agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully.
The sometimes supernatural show's moody atmosphere creates an experience that made viewers tune in every week for 11 seasons straight. While Mulder and Scully's search for the truth drives the narrative, their evolving relationship and unwavering belief in each other offer a heartwarming element to the series.
9) Preacher
Dominic Cooper leads the cast as Jesse Custer, a hard-drinking, chain-smoking con man turned preacher who gains supernatural powers after a powerful entity, Genesis, occupies his body. Alongside his ex-girlfriend Tulip (Ruth Negga) and best friend Cassidy (Joseph Gilgun), a vampire, Jesse embarks on a bloody and hilarious road trip through Hell in search of God.
Debuted in 2016, Preacher is a supernatural show that was developed by Sam Catlin, Evan Goldberg, and Seth Rogen for AMC. The series' zany plot and over-the-top action make it a special watch.
10) Lucifer
Lucifer Morningstar played by Tom Ellis made viewers fans of him the instant he showed up on screens. The character is devilishly charming and extremely quick-witted. Lucifer presumably abandons Hell to run a nightclub on Earth among mortals. His journey leads to unexpected results and he goes on to become a consultant to the Los Angeles police department, helping them solve cases.
Throughout this supernatural show, Lucifer and his friends encounter many otherworldly monsters, and their job is to send them back to wherever they came from. Being cast out of heaven, Lucifer has a target on his back. The way he deals with all the threats is truly entertaining to watch.
Supernatural shows continue to grow by the day with new stories being served for audiences to keep watching. There was a fear that after Buffy, the supernatural genre would face its demise. But shows like Supernatural and Stranger Things have carried the baton effortlessly.
