A Discovery of Witches

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Season 1
Season #: 3, 2, 1
Metascore
67

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
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Critic Reviews

  1. TV Guide
    Reviewed by: Lindsay McDonald
    Jan 10, 2019
    89
    While the longing looks and cravings for blood might make some roll their eyes, every second of A Discovery of Witches is pure catnip for fans of this genre, and it's nice to be able to dive into a decadent love affair for a few hours of escapism at the end of the day. ... There's also more than enough unique elements and impressive world-building going on alongside those tropes to sustain the series' weaker elements.
  2. Paste Magazine
    Reviewed by: Tara Bennett
    Jan 4, 2021
    80
    As is often the case in dense book adaptations, A Discovery of Witches Season 2 is an unqualified visual feast that may ultimately fall short emotionally because it tried to bring too much from the book to life.
  3. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Robert Lloyd
    Jan 15, 2019
    80
    Elegant and satisfying.
  5. The A.V. Club
    Reviewed by: Danette Chavez
    Jan 17, 2019
    75
    Palmer does have an easy chemistry with Goode. Their shared excitement over every discovery, scientific or otherwise, keeps us invested in the story even when it’s just some carefully worded nonsense. Most important, their relationship is an equitable one, one that’s built on trust, which is far more romantic than a certain sparkly vision that came before it.
  6. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Dana Schwartz
    Jan 14, 2019
    75
    Even in 2019, A Discovery of Witches proves some tropes are immortal for a reason. [18 Jan 2019, p.49]
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#90 Best TV Season of 2018

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User Score
7.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 31 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 31
  3. Negative: 3 out of 31
  1. gmonster320
    Feb 16, 2019
    8
    Think of "A Discovery Of Witches" as "Twilight" for adults. While the show doesnt add anything new to vampire, witch, or demon mythology, itsThink of "A Discovery Of Witches" as "Twilight" for adults. While the show doesnt add anything new to vampire, witch, or demon mythology, its still good soapy fun. The sets are beautifully stylized and alternate between London and Venice. There are plenty of shots of beautiful old buildings. The actors are excellent. Standouts include: Matthew Goode (Matthew Clairmont), Owen Teale (Peter Knox) and Malin Buska (Satu Jarvinen). With only eight episodes, "A Discovery Of Witches' is a fast watch. Can't wait next season.… Full Review »
  2. Christseeker
    Apr 18, 2021
    10
    I haven't loved a TV show this much n so long! I only hope they continue making it!! I love the depth of emotion, the types of fantasyI haven't loved a TV show this much n so long! I only hope they continue making it!! I love the depth of emotion, the types of fantasy creatures involved, the CGI. I'll write more details after I finish this season. So happy!… Full Review »
  3. Soulshocker
    Feb 6, 2021
    4
    Nowhere near as good as the first season. First of all, where is the magic? There's almost zero magic or special effects for a show that isNowhere near as good as the first season. First of all, where is the magic? There's almost zero magic or special effects for a show that is supposed to have witches and vampires. I'm starting to lose interest in the characters, as there isn't much at stake and there's 0 action. It's all talk talk talk.… Full Review »
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