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What to Watch After House of Anubis
Beyond Anubis: Four Must‑Watch Mysteries That Echo the Magic
If you loved the cryptic corridors and Egyptian riddles of House of Anubis, you’ll want to dive into four standout series that each echo a different facet of that beloved formula. Dead Boy Detectives flips the script with ghostly teen detectives, Lockwood & Co. delivers a gritty London‑based haunt, The Haunting of Bly Manor drapes gothic romance over a spectral estate, and Paranormal fuses Egyptian curses with a modern‑day scientific skeptic. Together they form a curated mix of fresh releases, fan‑favorite thrills, critically acclaimed depth, and an unerring crowd‑pleaser.
What ties these picks together is more than just supernatural mystery—it’s the way each show balances youthful curiosity with a world that’s both familiar and uncanny. Whether you’re chasing a cursed relic, solving a centuries‑old love story, or debating science versus spirit, these titles expand the Anubis universe into new territories while preserving the core excitement of secret societies, hidden lore, and the thrill of the unknown. For anyone craving a blend of adventure, intrigue, and a dash of mythic wonder, this quartet delivers the perfect next‑episode binge.
Why these shows are similar to House of Anubis
Strange things are happening at an English boarding school called House of Anubis. Popular student Joy goes missing, the school's cranky caretaker has a creepy stuffed crow and the school's attic may be haunted. When recent American transplant Nina gets thrust into the school during this time, she decides to investigate along with her new friend, Fabian, and housemates.
These recommendations branch out from House of Anubis with similar tone, themes, genre elements, or audience appeal.
Dead Boy Detectives
TV • 2024
drama • mystery • sci_fi_fantasy
Why Watch Next
Dead Boy Detectives offers a fresh, off‑beat spin on teen sleuthing, pairing mischievous spirits with a modern mystery vibe that will delight fans of House of Anubis’ supernatural puzzles.
Overview
Two teen ghosts work alongside a clairvoyant to solve mysteries for their supernatural clientele — until a powerful witch complicates their plans.
Lockwood & Co.
TV • 2023
sci_fi_fantasy
Why Watch Next
Lockwood & Co. captures the same teenage camaraderie and eerie boarding‑school atmosphere, delivering a gritty, audience‑favored ghost hunt that resonates with the original’s blend of mystery and myth.
Overview
A girl with extraordinary psychic abilities joins two gifted teen boys at a small ghost-hunting agency to fight the many deadly spirits haunting London.
The Haunting of Bly Manor
TV • 2020
mystery • drama
Why Watch Next
The Haunting of Bly Manor mirrors the moody, supernatural intrigue of House of Anubis while adding a richly layered, critically praised romance that appeals to viewers craving deeper emotional stakes.
Overview
After an au pair's tragic death, Henry Wingrave hires a young American nanny to care for his orphaned niece and nephew who reside at Bly Manor with the estate's chef Owen, groundskeeper Jamie and housekeeper, Mrs. Grose. But all is not as it seems at the manor, and centuries of dark secrets of love and loss are waiting to be unearthed in this chilling tale.
Paranormal
TV • 2020
drama • mystery • sci_fi_fantasy
Why Watch Next
Paranormal brings the Egyptian mythology thread to the forefront, pairing it with a witty, investigative tone that makes it an unmissable, audience‑loving companion to the Anubis saga.
Overview
Set in the 1960s; Paranormal follows the adventures of Dr. Refaat Ismail, a professor of hematology, as he comes up against various supernatural events with the help of his Scottish old flame, Maggie.