This YouTube video reviews Syfy's *The Magicians* TV series, based on Lev Grossman's novels. While acknowledging mixed fan opinions on the adaptation, the reviewer praises the show's complex characters, unexpected twists, and unique take on the magical school trope. The video details the main characters' arcs, focusing on their growth and relationships, highlighting the show's strengths and ultimately criticizing the decision to kill off the main character, Quenton, in a later season, which the reviewer believes damaged the show's overall success. The video also discusses the show's unique use of tutting in its spellcasting sequences and its eventual cancellation after five seasons. The reviewer concludes by recommending the show despite its flaws.