The Top 10 Best TV Shows Based on Books: From Game of Thrones to The Handmaid's Tale

Based on George R.R. Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" series, this epic fantasy show became a global phenomenon, known for its intricate plotlines, rich characters, and stunning visuals.

Adapted from Margaret Atwood's novel, this dystopian drama explores a totalitarian society where women are brutally oppressed, with gripping storytelling and powerful performances.

Based on Diana Gabaldon's historical fiction novels, Outlander follows a WWII nurse who travels back in time to 18th-century Scotland, entangling her in history and romance.

Adapted from Jeff Lindsay's "Darkly Dreaming Dexter," this crime drama tells the story of a blood-spatter analyst who leads a double life as a vigilante serial killer.

Based on Andrzej Sapkowski's fantasy book series, The Witcher follows Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter, as he navigates a world filled with magic, politics, and danger.

A modern adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle's classic detective stories, this critically acclaimed series stars Benedict Cumberbatch as the brilliant but eccentric Sherlock Holmes.

Based on Liane Moriarty's novel, this drama series explores the seemingly perfect lives of a group of women in an affluent community, revealing dark secrets and hidden tensions.

Adapted from Shirley Jackson's novel, this horror series weaves a chilling tale of a family confronting the supernatural and the emotional trauma of their past.

Inspired by Piper Kerman's memoir, this dramedy offers a compelling look at life inside a women's prison, exploring themes of identity, friendship, and systemic injustice.

Based on Sally Rooney's novel, this intimate drama series follows the complex relationship between two Irish teenagers as they navigate love, friendship, and personal growth.

Adapted from James S.A. Corey's science fiction novels, The Expanse is a sprawling space opera that delves into interstellar politics, conspiracies, and the human experience.

Based on Tom Perrotta's novel, this thought-provoking drama explores the aftermath of a global event in which 2% of the world's population suddenly vanishes without explanation.

Adapted from the novel by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett, this quirky comedy follows an angel and a demon as they team up to prevent the apocalypse.

Inspired by the true-crime book by John E. Douglas and Mark Olshaker, Mindhunter delves into the early days of criminal profiling in the FBI, as agents interview notorious serial killers.

Based on Gillian Flynn's novel, this psychological thriller follows a troubled journalist who returns to her hometown to investigate the murders of two young girls, uncovering disturbing family secrets along the way.