Prime Video is expanding its fantasy lineup with a new young adult series just weeks after canceling the fan-favorite The Wheel of Time. The streaming giant has greenlit Powerless, an adaptation of author Lauren Roberts’ fantasy trilogy, according to a report by Deadline.
The move comes shortly after Prime Video ended The Wheel of Time following its third season—despite the final season receiving the strongest critical response yet. The adaptation of Robert Jordan’s 14-book saga was part of a wave of epic fantasy content driven by the success of Game of Thrones, which brought George R.R. Martin’s sprawling world to the screen and helped ignite mainstream demand for fantasy television.
While The Wheel of Time is no longer continuing, Prime Video remains committed to the fantasy genre. Powerless is based on Roberts’ trilogy: Powerless (2023), Reckless (2024), and Fearless (2025). The adaptation will be helmed by writer and showrunner Daphne Ferraro, known for her work on Maxton Hall: The World Between Us and Netflix’s science fiction hit Dark.
Ferraro will also executive produce the series alongside Will Gluck, Madison Jones, Jacqueline Monetta, Alex Black, Jon Rosenberg, and Natalie Sellers. Both Ferraro and Roberts will be involved through their production company, Olive Bridge Entertainment, which is also behind Peter Rabbit and Anyone But You.
What Is Powerless About?
Set in the fictional kingdom of Ilya, Powerless explores a society divided by magical ability. The powerful elite rule over the powerless majority, until a twist of fate places a commoner at the center of royal intrigue. The story follows Paedyn Gray, an ordinary thief from the slums whose life changes after she rescues Prince Kai, the brutal king’s son. In return, she earns a spot in the kingdom’s Purging Trials—a deadly competition promising fame, wealth, and power.
As Paedyn enters the elite world of the Trials, she and Kai must navigate both the physical dangers of the competition and the growing tension between them. The series combines political conflict, romance, and survival in a high-stakes fantasy world.
Prime Video’s Expanding Fantasy Portfolio
Powerless joins Prime Video’s slate of fantasy programming, which includes The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, now headed into its third season. That series explores Middle-earth’s Second Age and remains one of Amazon’s most ambitious projects.
While The Wheel of Time has been canceled for financial reasons, Prime Video has not announced plans to sell the rights to other networks or platforms. However, fans continue to rally for the show’s return, and some remain hopeful it could find a second life elsewhere.
Production details and a release date for Powerless have not yet been announced.
Related Topics
- Animated Horror God’s Dog Drops Shocking Trailer
- Yorgos Lanthimos’ Dogtooth Returns in 4K This Summer
- Jennifer Lopez Shines in ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’ Trailer