Charmed (1998)

Kernel Score: 91% · 2,473 ratings

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

First aired: 1998-10-07

Seasons: 8 · 178 episodes

Is Charmed worth watching?

Worth watching. Three sisters who are witches battle demons while juggling relationships and careers. It's comfort-TV with a lot of episodes, and viewers rate it very highly. The monster-of-the-week plots can feel repetitive.

Watch it if you

  • like supernatural shows with sisterly bonds
  • enjoy lighthearted fantasy drama
  • want a long, easy series to settle into

Skip it if you

  • want tightly serialized, complex storytelling
  • dislike dated late-90s production style

Best for: Comfort binge

Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.

Where to watch Charmed

  • Stream: Prime Video, Peacock, YouTube TV, TNT
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home

US availability, updated 2026-10-22.

Overview

Three sisters (Prue, Piper and Phoebe) reunite and unlock their powers to become the Charmed Ones, the most powerful good witches of all time, whose prophesied destiny is to protect innocent lives from evil beings such as demons and warlocks. Each sister possesses unique magical powers that grow and evolve, while they attempt to maintain normal lives in modern day San Francisco.

Charmed parents' guide: ages 8+

Parents need to know that Charmed follows three sisters who use magic to protect innocents from demons.

  • Violence & scariness: Some — Magical battles against demons and warlocks occur regularly but in a fantasy-adventure tone.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Shows like Charmed

If you liked Charmed, these are the shows we'd watch next.

  • Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997) — 90%: Female-led supernatural series mixing monsters, romance and humor.
  • Sabrina, the Teenage Witch (1996) — 88%: Light, funny witch series with a teen-friendly tone.
  • Good Witch (2015) — 86%: Gentle witch-themed family drama with a cozy feel.
  • Wednesday (2022) — 91%: Witchy, darkly funny mystery with a strong female lead.
  • Supernatural (2005) — 92%: Family members fighting supernatural threats, episode after episode.
  • Teen Wolf (2011) — 91%: Teen supernatural drama with romance and monster-hunting.

Cast

  • Holly Marie Combs as Piper Halliwell
  • Alyssa Milano as Phoebe Halliwell
  • Rose McGowan as Paige Matthews
  • Brian Krause as Leo Wyatt
  • Kaley Cuoco as Billie Jenkins

Charmed FAQ

Is Charmed worth watching?

Worth watching. Three sisters who are witches battle demons while juggling relationships and careers. It's comfort-TV with a lot of episodes, and viewers rate it very highly. The monster-of-the-week plots can feel repetitive.

Where can I watch Charmed?

In the US you can stream Charmed on Prime Video, Peacock, YouTube TV and TNT and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.

Is Charmed OK for kids?

Charmed is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Charmed follows three sisters who use magic to protect innocents from demons.

What shows are like Charmed?

If you liked Charmed, try Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Sabrina, the Teenage Witch, Good Witch and Wednesday.