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Discover the Hidden Gem Fantasy Series Fans Will Love

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If you’re a fan of fantastical tales and seeking fresh content, I highly recommend giving Galavant a try. This unsung two-season series boasts an impressive 89% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. While fantasy shows might not appeal to everyone, the genre’s popularity is undeniable due to its vast potential for creativity. The challenge lies in finding a gem among the multitude of fantasy TV series available. This is somewhat tricky because, while fantasy has immense potential, it also has a broad appeal, making it easy to get lost in the sea of options.

Some fantastic fantasy TV series exist, but there are equally many that are tough to endure for even a single episode. The ‘suspension of disbelief’ aspect of fantasy demands viewers to accept the implausible, and if this suspension is breached, the outcome can range from perplexing to cringeworthy. There’s one show that skillfully exploits the quirky, awkward facet of fantasy, a trait you must acknowledge has captivated or amused you in at least one beloved series. Surprisingly, this series can be completed within 18 episodes.

Galavant Is A Criminally Underrated Fantasy Musical Show

Galavant Was Composed By Alan Menken And Ran For Two Seasons

The series titled “Galavant” is a musical comedy with fantasy elements that made its debut in January 2015 on ABC. The second and final season followed in January 2016. In this show, Joshua Sasse portrays Sir Gary Galavant, a knight who has fallen on hard times but still possesses a dashing charm. After his reputation was damaged by the wicked King Richard (played by Timothy Omundson), he embarks on a journey with his group of heroes to rebuild it. Throughout their travels, they encounter various fairytale creatures, monsters, and individuals, while singing along to songs penned by legendary Disney composer Alan Menken.

This show features Vinnie Jones, Mallory Jansen, Karen David, and Luke Youngblood as main characters. Additionally, well-known figures such as “Weird Al” Yankovic, John Stamos, Ricky Gervais, Matt Lucas, and Nick Frost make appearances, each lending their vocal skills to the series’ music. Despite leaving room for more tales after season 2, the show concludes in a satisfying manner. Essentially, Galavant is a fun, witty blend of elements from Glee, The Princess Bride, and Robin Hood: Men in Tights, offering something for everyone to enjoy.

Galavant Is A Hilariously Meta Love Letter To The Fantasy Genre

Fantasy Tropes Are Teased And Picked Apart In The Series

Dan Fogelman, the brain behind “Galavant,” who later created “This Is Us,” evidently harbors a deep affection for fantasy tales. Though the show playfully mocks many fantasy tropes, it’s undeniably born out of admiration. It can be seen as a heartfelt tribute to the genre, filled with malevolent kings, brave heroes, sorcerers, fortune tellers, and a community of diminutive giants. “Galavant” offers an exhilarating journey to save a damsel in distress, but throughout this quest, Galavant stumbles upon numerous side tales straight from the pages of fairy tales and folklore.

The half-hour structure of the show ensures that the songs don’t feel overly time-consuming and effectively uses its setting and characters in an entertaining, humorous way, reminiscent of “Monty Python and the Holy Grail”. It cleverly employs genre tropes, frequently breaks the fourth wall, and references modern times within a magical medieval context. In addition, it makes nods to other contemporary fantasy TV shows like “Game of Thrones”. This witty and energetic show is particularly appreciated by hardcore fantasy enthusiasts.

Why Galavant Ended After 2 Seasons

Galavant’s Ratings Kept Sliding

Unfortunately, the fantasy satire musical comedy series ‘Galavant’ was discontinued a few months following its season 2 finale. Despite initial concerns about the show’s cancellation after season 1, it was renewed. However, the joy didn’t persist, as ABC eventually chose to terminate the show, citing overall ratings that dropped to an average of 3.1 million viewers and just 0.9 million viewers aged between 18 and 49. (Sources: TVByTheNumbers and EW)

Alan Menken suggested that the show could be brought to the stage, saying (via IndieWire),

Some individuals in the theater community believe that students in colleges and community theater will grow fond of this production over time. Therefore, we need to find a method to adapt Galavant for stage performance, which is currently under consideration. My experience with ‘Newsies’ serves as an example here – initially a dismal failure, it has since become a cult classic, eventually earning Tony Awards and transitioning into a successful Broadway show.

Since 2016, there hasn’t been any progress made towards a stage adaptation of the statement. The TV series Galavant, which concluded in 2016, earned one nomination at the Emmys in the Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics category that year. The show remains a unique and charming gem for anyone who enjoys fantasy-themed entertainment, making it worth revisiting.

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2025-06-03 23:19

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