This show was a very pleasant surprise.

I've always loved the witchcraft/vampire/demon genre but the last time I enjoyed a vampire/witch film or TV series was probably the Constantine film, first Underworld film, and Interview with a Vampire, + perhaps Supernatural (at times).

A Discovery of Witches is full of suspense and intrigue. It's low on the special effects side of things (although there are some cool magic moments) and heavy on the storytelling.

I've knocked 1 star off because the pacing at times was a little off (a tad slow).

I've knocked another star off because it tries to throw feminism and race down your throats (seriously, can I please just enjoy a TV show/film without identity politics being so goddamn blatant?!). The "for 9 centuries vampires have appointed a white male on the council" line was particularly disgusting.

And yes, we know you're a strong woman who can open a car door. But we don't need you to shout about it to make out that being polite is patriarchal.

Other than those two gripes, the show is well worth a watch!