The Best Paranormal Romance TV Shows

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Vote up the shows that stir up chemistry between supernatural creatures and everyday humans, in a beautiful marriage of speculative fiction and romance.
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These are the very best paranormal romance shows on television, ranked from best to worst. This list of the greatest paranormal romance shows has everything that is is spooky yet romantic. Paranormal romance has been a staple of fiction for years, so of course there are TV shows that offer the same romantic entanglements with creatures of the night - and since everyone has a favorite monster, there's often debate about what the most entertaining paranormal romance shows of all time are. Don't let your favorite sexy vampire television programs in history get to the bottom of the list or worse, be overtaken by werewolves, so be sure to vote them up so they have the chance to reach the top spot. The list of supernatural kissy-time television shows below includes information like the program's cast and when it first aired.

Featuring shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, True Blood, Shadowhunters, Beauty & The Beast, Lost Girl, and many more, this list answers the questions, "What is the best paranormal romance show of all time?" and "What are the greatest paranormal romance shows?" Vote up the best paranormal shows, vote down the shows that don't deliver on relationships with the monsterous.


  • The Vampire Diaries
    Photo: The CW

    Dripping with irresistible charm and seductive allure, this mesmerizing tale of supernatural romance ensnares viewers with its exploration of young love amidst a world of intriguing paranormal phenomena. Centered around the captivating lives of the Salvatore brothers and their seemingly never-ending conflicts with witchcraft, werewolves, and fellow vampires, the series consistently pushes the boundaries of forbidden attraction while inviting us to meditate on the true nature of love and what we are willing to sacrifice in its pursuit.

    • Actors: Paul Wesley, Ian Somerhalder, Nina Dobrev, Katerina Graham, Candice King
    • Premiered: September 10, 2009
  • A Discovery of Witches
    Photo: A Discovery of Witches

    Adapted from the enchanting All Souls series by Deborah Harkness, this bewitching show captivates viewers with its entrancing blend of history, magic, and passion. Viewers follow the academic pursuits-turned-supernatural adventures of historian Diana Bishop as she navigates a complex web of sorcery, ancient secrets, and burgeoning feelings for the elusive vampire geneticist, Matthew Clairmont. As their relationship defies the established order and threatens the veil between worlds, A Discovery of Witches presents an exhilarating exploration of power, destiny, and the magnetic pull of love that transcends all barriers.

    • Actors: Matthew Goode, Teresa Palmer, Alex Kingston, Valarie Pettiford, Elarica Johnson
    • Premiered: September 14, 2018
  • The Originals
    Photo: The CW
    3
    923 votes

    This beguiling spin-off from the popular Vampire Diaries captures hearts with its enthralling look at enduring love set against the backdrop of New Orleans's vibrant supernatural community. Intertwining the lives of the enigmatic Mikaelson siblings, who represent original vampires with immense power and conflicting desires, this show delves deep into themes such as devotion and loyalty, taking viewers on a thrilling journey through love, betrayal, and redemption in equal measure.

    • Actors: Joseph Morgan, Daniel Gillies, Phoebe Tonkin, Charles Michael Davis, Yusuf Gatewood
    • Premiered: October 3, 2013
  • 4
    683 votes

    These formidable champions of humanity, tasked with protecting the world from demonic forces, find themselves entwined in a cascade of blossoming romances and powerful connections, adding depth and complexity to the fantastical narratives underpinning the show. Adapted from Cassandra Clare’s acclaimed The Mortal Instruments book series, the show skillfully weaves together plotlines of romance and fantastical action, resulting in a vivacious tapestry that is sure to captivate fans of both genres.

    • Actors: Katherine McNamara, Dominic Sherwood, Alberto Rosende, Emeraude Toubia, Matthew Daddario
    • Premiered: January 12, 2016
  • Teen Wolf
    Photo: Teen Wolf
    5
    880 votes

    Exploring a world where adolescence and lycanthropy vociferously collide, Teen Wolf delivers an intriguing mixture of excitement and tenderness as high school relationships blossom amidst extraordinary circumstances. Centering on the life of Scott McCall, who unexpectedly gains wolf-like powers after an animal bite, this dynamic show, while ostensibly being about the supernatural, is, at its core, a moving exploration of love, loyalty and friendship.

    • Actors: Tyler Posey, Dylan O'Brien, Holland Roden, Shelley Hennig, Dylan Sprayberry
    • Premiered: June 5, 2011
  • Outlander
    Photo: Outlander
    6
    291 votes

    Traveling through time has never looked so enticing as this beloved romance combines the allures of historic Scotland with the fantastical concept of time travel. Claire, a nurse from the 1940s, finds herself enveloped in the mysterious and all-consuming embrace of Jamie, a dashing Highland warrior from the 18th century, caught between war, conspiracy, and the merciless longings of their own hearts. Confronting the turbulent waves of fate and the bittersweet tangle of duty and desire, Outlander will leave you breathless and longing for more.

    • Actors: Caitriona Balfe, Sam Heughan, Sophie Skelton, Richard Rankin, David Berry
    • Premiered: August 9, 2014