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Best TV Shows Based on Books

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Sara O.

Love books and TV? This list features the best TV shows adapted from popular books.

Sections

Drama

Sci-Fi

Thriller

Mystery

Fantasy

Dystopian

Drama

These are TV shows adapted from novels, usually focusing on emotional stories and complex characters. They explore relationships, personal struggles, and big life themes, staying true to the spirit of the original book while offering a fresh take for...

Based on The Crown by Peter Morgan. The Crown offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the British monarchy and provides historical context for events that shaped the world stage. If you're interested in royal history, political drama, and fami...

The Crown | Ended, 6 Seasons - Netflix

Little Fires Everywhere is a drama miniseries based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Celeste Ng. The story is set in the 1990s in the affluent suburban town of Shaker Heights, Ohio, and follows two families: the Richardsons, a wealthy, se...

Little Fires Everywhere | Mini Series, 1 Season - Hulu

13 Reasons Why by Jay Asher - The story revolves around Hannah Baker, a high school student who leaves behind 13 cassette tapes explaining the reasons for her decision to end her life. The series follows the impact her death has on her classmates and...

13 Reasons Why | Ended, 4 Seasons - Netflix

This drama follows an affair between two people and how it affects their personal relationships, as well as their lives in the aftermath of the affair.

The Affair Streaming Online | Ended, 5 Seasons - Paramount +

Sci-Fi

Sci-Fi TV shows dive into imaginative worlds, whether it’s the future, space, or alternate realities. They often explore cool ideas like advanced technology, robots, time travel, and aliens. If you love big adventures and thinking about what could be...

Based on The 100 series by Kass Morgan. The 100 is packed with intense action, complex characters, and high-stakes moral dilemmas, making it a thrilling watch for fans of post-apocalyptic fiction.

The 100 | Ended, 7 Seasons - Prime Video

Westworld was originally based on a 1973 film written and directed by Michael Crichton. The film was inspired by his 1973 novel "Westworld". Set in the near future, Westworld takes place in a high-tech theme park where wealthy guests can live out the...

Westworld | Ended, 4 Seasons - Apple TV

Thriller

Thriller TV shows keep you on the edge of your seat with suspenseful, fast-paced plots. They’re full of twists and turns, often involving mystery, danger, and high-stakes situations. If you like shows that keep you guessing and give you that adrenali...

Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn - A journalist returns to her hometown to cover a series of brutal murders, only to uncover dark family secrets and her own troubled past.

Sharp Objects | Mini Series, 1 Season - Max

Mystery

Mystery TV shows are all about solving puzzles and uncovering secrets. They usually revolve around a crime, a disappearance, or something that needs to be figured out, with twists and hidden clues along the way. If you love trying to crack the case b...

Based on Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty. The story revolves around a group of women living in Monterey, California. It starts with a murder at a school trivia night, and the series slowly reveals who was involved, why the crime happened, and how i...

Big Little Lies | Mini Series, 2 Seasons - Max

The Outsider by Stephen King - When a local boy is found brutally murdered, all evidence points to Terry Maitland, a beloved teacher in the town. But as the investigation deepens, an unexplainable supernatural twist threatens the investigation and ev...

The Outsider | Mini Series , 1 Season - Max

Fantasy

Fantasy TV shows take you to magical worlds full of supernatural creatures, powerful magic, and epic adventures. Whether it’s dragons, wizards, or mythical realms, these shows let you escape into stories where anything is possible. If you love the id...

Game of Thrones is an epic fantasy drama series based on George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire novels. Set in the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos, Game of Thrones follows multiple noble families vying for control of the Iron Throne a...

Game of Thrones | Ended, 8 Seasons - Max

The Witcher book series by Andrzej Sapkowski. This fantasy series follows Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter known as a Witcher, in a dark and dangerous world full of magic, mythical creatures, and moral ambiguity. Geralt faces complex challenges whil...

The Witcher | Ended, 3 Seasons - Netflix

Dystopian

Dystopian TV shows are set in dark, often oppressive futures where society has gone terribly wrong. These shows usually explore themes of survival, rebellion, and the consequences of things like corrupt governments or environmental collapse. If you l...

Based on The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood. The Handmaid's Tale is a haunting, emotional, and timely series that stays relevant by addressing important social, political, and cultural issues. If you enjoy deep, impactful storytelling with a mix ...

The Handmaid's Tale | Still Running, 5 Seasons - Prime Video

Comedy

Comedy TV shows are all about making you laugh. Whether it’s through quirky characters, hilarious situations, or clever humor, these shows are perfect for when you just need a good time. If you enjoy light-hearted fun and want to unwind with some lau...

Fleabag is a dark comedy-drama television series created and written by Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Fleabag follows the life of an unnamed young woman (often referred to as Fleabag) living in London. She’s witty, sarcastic, and emotionally complex, trying ...

Fleabag | Ended, 2 Seasons - Prime Video

Romance

Romance TV shows focus on love stories, relationships, and the ups and downs that come with them. Whether it’s about falling in love, overcoming obstacles, or navigating complicated emotions, these shows pull at your heartstrings. If you’re a fan of ...

Normal People is a romantic drama TV series based on Sally Rooney's bestselling novel of the same name. It follows the complex relationship between Connell and Marianne, two teenagers from a small town in Ireland. The story tracks their lives from hi...

Normal People | Mini Series, 1 Season - Hulu

Outlander is a historical drama television series based on Diana Gabaldon’s best-selling book series of the same name. Outlander follows the story of Claire Randall, a World War II nurse who, while on a second honeymoon in Scotland with her husband F...

Outlander | Still Running, 8 Seasons - Netflix

Crime

Crime TV shows revolve around solving criminal cases, from murder mysteries to heists and everything in between. They usually follow detectives or investigators as they uncover clues, chase down suspects, and bring justice. If you love suspense, acti...

Inspired by various real-life crime cases - Each season follows different detectives as they investigate grisly murders, diving deep into the dark side of human nature and the complexities of their cases.

True Detective | Still Running, 4 Seasons - Max