A Discovery of Witches (2018)

A Discovery of Witches (2018) — Drama / Fantasy / Romance When reluctant historian and witch Diana Bishop uncovers a long-lost manuscript, Ashmole 782, in the Bodleian Library, her quiet academic life is shattered. The book radiates an uncanny power that draws witches, vampires and daemons out of hiding; each faction believes the manuscript holds secrets that could change their world. Besieged and threatened, Diana reluctantly accepts the aid of Matthew Clairmont — an enigmatic, brilliant vampire whose calm intellect and hidden depths spark an immediate, forbidden attraction. As they join forces to unravel the manuscript’s mysteries, their alliance forces them into dangerous conflicts with the Creature world and forces Diana to confront her buried heritage. Viewing experience: expect a slow-burning, atmospheric tale that blends scholarly intrigue with supernatural danger and a passionate, taboo romance. The series leans into moody Oxford settings, historical mystery, and richly built supernatural politics: secrets, betrayals and moral dilemmas escalate as Diana and Matthew probe alchemy, ancestry and power. Fans will get intelligent world-building, character-driven drama, tense alliances, and a steadily deepening emotional core—romance and suspense intertwined against a backdrop of magic, science and history.

Actors: Matthew Goode, Teresa Palmer, Gregg Chilingirian

Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance

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