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What to Watch After What If...?
Beyond the Multiverse: New Twists and Fan‑Favs for What‑If Fans
When Marvel’s What If…? opened the door to infinite possibilities, two fresh animated series have stepped through, each striking a different chord. The Mighty Nein, a recent Prime Video debut, thrusts a band of outcasts into a battle over a reality‑bending relic, while Netflix’s Devil May Cry revives the iconic demon‑hunter in a gritty, fan‑favorite saga of demonic invasions. Both shows share the same genre blend—animation, action‑adventure, sci‑fi fantasy—and a love for high‑stakes, alternate‑world storytelling that will keep MCU fans glued to the screen.
What ties these titles together is more than just their visual style; they each explore the consequences of power, identity, and choice in worlds where the rules can be rewritten at a moment’s notice. The Mighty Nein leans into a darker, politically charged multiverse, offering a fresh perspective for those craving new narrative terrain. Devil May Cry, meanwhile, delivers the visceral thrills and beloved characters that make it an audience darling, ensuring a satisfying balance of novelty and familiarity. Together, they form a curated quartet that satisfies the craving for both cutting‑edge releases and beloved genre staples.
Why these shows are similar to What If...?
Taking inspiration from the comic books of the same name, each episode of this animated anthology series questions, revisits and twists classic Marvel Cinematic moments.
These recommendations branch out from What If...? with similar tone, themes, genre elements, or audience appeal.
The Mighty Nein
TV • 2025
animation • sci_fi_fantasy • action_adventure
Why Watch Next
The Mighty Nein offers a brand‑new animated adventure that riffs on alternate realities and unlikely heroes, echoing What If…?'s speculative storytelling while delivering a darker, more mature tone that fans of the MCU anthology will appreciate.
Overview
When a powerful arcane relic known as 'The Beacon' falls into nefarious hands, a group of fugitives and outcasts, bound by secrets and scars, must learn to work together to save the realm and stop reality as they know it from unraveling.
Devil May Cry
TV • 2025
animation • action_adventure • sci_fi_fantasy
Why Watch Next
Devil May Cry blends high‑octane action with supernatural intrigue, a perfect match for viewers who love Marvel’s heroic showdowns; its cult‑favorite status and razor‑sharp animation make it a crowd‑pleasing companion to the multiverse fun of What If…?.
Overview
When a mysterious villain threatens to open the gates of Hell, a devilishly handsome demon hunter could be the world's best hope for salvation.
