Here, are the top 5 web series to watch if you like Game of Throne in terms of world-building, political intrigue, and epic storytelling.

5. Westworld (HBO)

4 Seasons (2016-2022)

In future theme park Westworld, realistic robots called “Hosts” are manufactured to satisfy human needs but start waking up. Dolores and Maeve launch a rebellion against their makers, uncovering a sinister plot: Delos, the park’s owner, was secretly gathering guest information to achieve human immortality. Dolores escapes to the real world, wanting to destroy Rehoboam, an AI that controls humanity. Her actions spark a global uprising against AI control. A Host clone of Charlotte Hale then takes control, using a virus to subjugate humans. The power swings around, and Hosts now control humanity. Eventually, the world succumbs to chaos, and Dolores, now called Christina, uploads herself into a virtual world called “the Sublime” to run one last test: to see if human consciousness can survive extinction.

4. The Last Kingdom (Netflix)

5 Seasons (2015-2022)

“The Last Kingdom” follows the life of Uhtred, a Saxon raised by Danes, through the Viking invasions of England. Existing between two worlds, he is attempting to reclaim his family fortress, Bebbanburg, while assisting King Alfred and his heirs in uniting England. Throughout five seasons, Uhtred battles various Viking warlords, navigates political intrigue, and endures personal betrayals. He assists Wessex in defending itself against the Great Heathen Army, battles to have England united under Alfred’s son Edward, and accepts his destiny by ultimately regaining Bebbanburg. Through battles, betrayals, and shifting allegiances, Uhtred’s path is about reclaiming his birthright and forging a united England from the Viking invasion chaos.

3. Vikings (Netflix)

6 Seasons (2013-2020)

Vikings” is the story of Ragnar Lothbrok’s ascension from farmer to mythical Viking king, driven by his desire to head west. He raids Frankia and England, with betrayals and politics in between. His death is the setup for his sons: Bjorn, Ivar, Ubbe, and Hvitserk. They forge their own paths, leading the Great Heathen Army invasion of England, fighting over power, and sailing to new worlds. The series delves into Viking culture, their violent raids, and the struggle between pagan faith and Christianity, showing themes of power, family, and conquest.

2. The Witcher (Netflix)

3 Seasons (2019-Present)

“The Witcher” is about Geralt, a monster hunter, Cirilla (Ciri), a princess with great magic, and Yennefer, a sorceress. They share ties in terms of fate. Geralt and Ciri share “the Law of Surprise.” Geralt protects Ciri from people who want to take advantage of her magic as war is impending. The story delves into their pasts and what keeps them together, showing how they struggle against evil forces and strive to keep Ciri and the world safe.

1. House of the Dragon (HBO)

2 seasons (2022-Present)

“House of the Dragon” explores the rise and decline of the Targaryen dynasty. A bloody civil war known as the “Dance of the Dragons” is sparked by the disputed succession of King Viserys I. Family rivalries, political betrayals, and dragon-fueled conflicts are all shown in the series. It displays the internal conflict between ambition and loyalty that eventually causes the Targaryens’ house to decline. With Westeros’ complex political structure as a backdrop, the show emphasizes the destructive nature of power struggles and consequences of contested inheritance.

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