Alright, friend, pull up a chair and grab a tankard. I’m about to spin you the tale of how Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) — you know, that bard-blasted amazing tabletop game where you can turn a goblin into a frog — leapt off the table and into our screens: TV’s, theatres, and even those magical video game machines.
In this guide, we’ll dive into the best Dungeons & Dragons TV shows, movies, and video games every adventurer should know about.
Dungeons & Dragons TV Series
Dungeons & Dragons (1983–1985)
Imagine getting sucked into a wild fantasy realm because you hopped on a roller coaster. Sounds like something I’d do on a dare, right? This animated Dungeons & Dragons TV series gave us young heroes, a sneaky Dungeon Master, and enough monsters to fill a troll’s pantry. Still quest-worthy even today.
Secret Level (Upcoming)
Whispers say a new live-action Dungeons & Dragons TV show called “Secret Level” is coming. (Don’t ask how I found out. Let’s just say a certain guard wasn’t watching his ale closely enough.) Details are scarce, but it’s shaping up to be a gold’s worth of adventure.
Dungeons & Dragons Movies
Dungeons & Dragons (2000)
This Dungeons & Dragons movie swung for the dragon’s jaw. Jeremy Irons chewed scenery like a dire wolf at dinner, and Marlon Wayans added some rogue-style laughs. It’s a bit messy, sure, but it’s got that “first big quest” charm.
Dungeons & Dragons: Wrath of the Dragon God (2005)
A darker, moodier sequel where a fresh bunch of heroes tried to save the day. (Spoiler: Dragons are still very much a problem.) Bruce Payne returns to sneer dramatically. Worth a watch if you like your fantasy with extra brooding.
Dungeons & Dragons: The Book of Vile Darkness (2012)
This one dives deep into the shadowy side of D&D—evil cults, dark magic, the works. Not exactly your family-friendly ale night, but juicy if you like your stories grim and gritty.
Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves (2023)
Now THIS—this was like finding a chest full of platinum pieces. Chris Pine charms the boots off everyone, Michelle Rodriguez smashes faces (and hearts), and Hugh Grant oozes delightful villainy. It’s fast, funny, and hits harder than a minotaur after six ales.
Scourge of Worlds: A Dungeons & Dragons Adventure (2003)
Interactive Dungeons & Dragons movie time! You get to choose the story path. (No pressure, but one wrong choice might mean “Oops, eaten by a dragon.”)
Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight (2008)
Kiefer Sutherland lends his voice to this adaptation of the Dragonlance novels. Great story, but the animation? Eh, let’s just say it had less polish than my favourite pair of boots after a mud sprint.
Dungeons & Dragons Video Games
Early D&D Video Games
- Cloudy Mountain and Treasure of Tarmin (1982–1983): Early days, pixelated goblins, and the thrill of maybe—just—maybe—surviving the dungeon.
- Pool of Radiance (1988): Tactical battles and classic heroics. Gold’s worth of nostalgia!
Iconic D&D RPGs
- Eye of the Beholder Series: First-person dungeon crawling so good, you’ll smell the goblin breath.
- Dark Sun Series: Desert survival, psionics, and more reasons to stay hydrated.
- Ravenloft Series: Vampires, curses, and spooky castles. Good luck keeping your blood.
- Planescape: Torment: Deep, philosophical, and more twists than a drunken halfling’s dance.
Modern Dungeons & Dragons Games
- Baldur’s Gate Series: Story-rich, character-packed, and truly epic. (If you haven’t played Baldur’s Gate III yet… what are you doing?)
- Icewind Dale Series: Combat-first, loot-second, freeze-third.
- Neverwinter Nights: DIY adventure galore—the DM dreams made real.
- Dungeons & Dragons Online: MMO action where your entire party can get eaten by a gelatinous cube.
- Daggerdale and Sword Coast Legends: Dungeon-crawling action that pairs well with a few friends and a lot of snacks.
Baldur’s Gate III (2023)
Baldur’s Gate III is like a bard’s greatest performance—stunning, unforgettable, and you’ll be telling tales about it for years. Turn-based combat, gorgeous visuals, and the kind of branching stories that make you yell at your screen (in a good way).
Conclusion: Why Dungeons & Dragons Remains Legendary
So there you have it, fellow adventurers: a tavern-worthy retelling of Dungeons & Dragons across screens big and small. Whether you’re riding roller coasters into fantasy realms, squaring off against dragons on the silver screen, or rolling crits in your favourite RPG, D&D’s spirit of adventure lives on.
