Television series

Midnight, Texas

Name: Midnight, Texas
Genre: Drama, Mystery, Supernatural
Released: 2017
Cast: Arielle Kebbel, François Arnaud, Dylan Bruce, Parisa Fitz-Henley, Peter Mensah

Urban fantasy

A supernatural ensemble drama set in a remote Texas town populated by witches, vampires, psychics and other outcasts who've found refuge from the outside world. It's warm and character-driven rather than gore-heavy, balancing mystery and danger with genuine found-family affection. For fans of paranormal procedurals who want heart alongside the strangeness.

TVMaze rating

3.7

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