Ever since Game of Thrones took television by storm, every TV network and streaming service has been trying to find their next big fantasy hit. But few have been able to replicate the cultural success of HBO’s — and indeed all of TV’s — last great watercooler show.
But five years ago, Netflix launched a show that seemed like it could come close: a historically-inspired fantasy series that incorporated vast mythical worldbuilding with a strong, incredibly likable cast of characters. So why isn’t this Netflix’s newest big thing now? Unfortunately, it all came down to timing.
