Series and Animes inspired by Mythology and Fairy Tales

August 11, 2023





 

Fairy tales and mythology have never been old-fashioned. In the movie series industry, These subjects are worth gold. Some of the series below are the answer to the question: What would happen If the fairy tale and mythology characters were living in the modern world? Here is the answer:

 

 

Ragnarok / Ragnarök




One of the most liked series on Netflix, Ragnarok is a Scandinavian mythology epic. Literary means the fate of gods or twilight in Scandinavian mythology. Ragnarok tells that There is going to be a war between gods and giants after that world will be ended. This will cause new life. In the series, Plot is following the same story in history. Gods like Thor and giants shaped like human beings are fighting but this affects human beings. In the series, It is also mentioned that global problems such as climate change and pollution are caused by humans. Critics the ignorance of life when it comes to earth.

The Ragnarok filmed 2 seasons in Norway one of the Scandinavian countries and the next 3rd season is upcoming on 24th August on Netflix. The epic “ Edda” and other Scandinavian items are dominantly showing themselves. But of course, It is happening in modern real life in Norway. Every episode will make you feel that you are watching a movie. The plot and scenes are running like a river. If you are interested in Scandinavian mythology then It is perfect for you!

 


 

Once Upon A Time



One of the most relatable fairy tale series ever! The story is basically about the best-known fairy tales such as Snow White, Beauty and Beast and Peter Pan. Imagine that all characters in fairy tales that we have been listening to since we were kids are living in the same world, in our street but they don’t know who they are but we do. We have a kid called Henry and he knows everything but no one else. He is trying to help to they remember all; who they are, and what happened to them. Characters, scenes, plot everything is on flood. Give a shot for Once Upon A Time

P.S.: Let me know who is your favourite character in Once Upon A Time ? mine? Absolutely Rumple!

 

 



Goblin


Here the next chapter is from Korea. Nowadays, Korean music and drama have risen. One of the reasons for it is most probably because they are good at finding plots for drama. Especially when it comes to mythology or fantastic dramas. Here is one of them “ Goblin” As you know goblin is a mythical creature of Germanic and British lands. It is defined as ugly, evil and green. But here We have a handsome, charming and funny goblin. In drama, This charming goblin got punishment for living more than 900 years. The aim of punishment is that seeing the people he loves die. Until he finds the goblin’s bride he will be suffering. He needs to find the bride because only the bride can take the sorrow off of his chest. Then If he loves the bride so much? If the plot is not seem so watchable then trust me for other characters you need to watch. Every character has another path in life you will laugh or cry over it. For escaping from giving spoilers let's follow the other section.

 

 

 

Attack On Titan

 




One of the most popular anime ever! Many people criticise the anime for being slow at plotting and loading the episodes but still one of the legendary anime. The plot is basically about a war between Titans and human beings. Eren Yeager, Armin, and Mikasa don’t forget these names because this trio is the main stone of the anime. Anime’s main theme is inspired by Scandinavian mythology, especially the creation of the world. To sum up the creation myth:

 We have a main titan called Ymir. Her sons throw her body to Ginnungagap. And they ate some parts of her body and turned into titan-gods such as Odin. Other parts of her body turned into world parts such as her bones into mountains, and her flesh to earth.

 

Anime shows the challenge between human beings and titans. Who is going to win? The anime is still on so even The author myself doesn’t know, If you read the manga then you know already!


   

Merlin




Merlin is an old tv series. As you guess from the name, it is about Arthur and Merlin. When we compared it to its release date (2008) The effects, voice and scenes are pretty fine. The story is pretty clear. You will see a basic plot of Arthur and round table nights but with Merlin. Merlin is a human-wizard who is helping Arthur to success in the tasks. Take note that you will be mad at Arthur a lot in the series just because he is pretty annoying and arrogant.

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