What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedA Court of Mist and Fury
Sarah J. Maas · Book · 2020
If you loved A Court of Mist and Fury, start with Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (Joachim Rønning, 2019) — a film on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to A Court of Mist and Fury across media.
What hooked you in A Court of Mist and Fury is the way it balances high-stakes political maneuvering against deeply personal journeys of recovery.
Films on the same thread
Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
Joachim Rønning · Film · 2019
Explores: Good vs Evil, Family Conflict, Prejudice and Discrimination.
Much like A Court of Mist and Fury, this story explores complex family dynamics and the tension of navigating dark forces while questioning where your true loyalties reside.
Stardust
Matthew Vaughn · Film · 2007
Explores: Destiny, True Love, Self-Discovery.
If you enjoyed the romantic discovery and magical world-building of A Court of Mist and Fury, you will appreciate this journey into a realm defined by destiny and love.
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
Peter Jackson · Film · 2002
Explores: Good vs Evil, The Corruption of Power, Hope in Darkness.
The epic scope of this war mirrors the grand political stakes found in A Court of Mist and Fury, where hope must be maintained amidst overwhelming darkness and conflict.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Chris Columbus · Film · 2002
Explores: Good vs Evil, Loyalty, Prejudice.
Fans of A Court of Mist and Fury will recognize the underlying theme of prejudice and the danger of hidden secrets that threaten to upend an entire magical society.
Series on the same thread
American Horror Story
Ryan Murphy · Series · 2011
Explores: Trauma, Social Commentary, Identity.
This anthology series echoes the intense focus on trauma and shifting power dynamics that defined Feyre’s personal development throughout the narrative of A Court of Mist and Fury.
Heated Rivalry
Jacob Tierney · Series · 2025
Explores: Rivalry, Forbidden Love, Career Ambition.
The magnetic, forbidden connection between these rivals mirrors the high-tension romantic stakes that drive the emotional core of A Court of Mist and Fury for many readers.
Midsomer Murders
Anthony Horowitz · Series · 1997
Explores: Small Town Secrets, Investigation, Rural Crime.
Those who appreciated the investigative political intrigue within A Court of Mist and Fury will find a similar satisfaction in watching characters uncover dangerous truths in small communities.
The Owl House
Dana Terrace · Series · 2020
Explores: Coming-of-age, Found Family, Acceptance.
The emphasis on found family and overcoming feelings of otherness in a magical world provides a lighter but equally resonant parallel to the character growth in A Court of Mist and Fury.
Podcasts on the same thread
Love and Abuse
Paul Colaianni: Relationship and Emotional Abuse Expert · Podcast · 2026
Explores: toxic dynamics, narcissism awareness, emotional regulation.
This resource deepens your understanding of the toxic dynamics Feyre experiences, offering a real-world perspective on the emotional manipulation featured in A Court of Mist and Fury.
My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
Exactly Right and iHeartPodcasts · Podcast · 2026
Explores: mental health awareness, female friendship, coping mechanisms.
If you valued the focus on mental health and healing from past trauma in A Court of Mist and Fury, this podcast offers a community-driven space for similar reflections.
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Common questions
Is A Court of Mist and Fury the first book in the series?
No, A Court of Mist and Fury is the second book in the Court of Thorns and Roses series. It follows the events of the first installment, continuing the story of Feyre as she gains the powers of the High Fae.
What happens to Feyre in A Court of Mist and Fury?
In A Court of Mist and Fury, Feyre gains the powers of the High Fae. As she adjusts to these new abilities, she must also contend with the emergence of a greater evil that threatens the world.
Where does A Court of Mist and Fury fit in the Court of Thorns and Roses series?
A Court of Mist and Fury serves as the second book in the Court of Thorns and Roses series. The narrative picks up after the initial events of the first book, focusing on Feyre's transformation and the arrival of a new, greater threat.
Does A Court of Mist and Fury feature the same protagonist as the first book?
Yes, A Court of Mist and Fury continues to follow Feyre. In this second entry of the Court of Thorns and Roses series, she deals with her transition into a High Fae while facing a significant new evil.