She-Ra and the Princesses of Power
She-Ra and the Princesses of Power
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She-Ra and the Princesses of Power

"A hero will rise."

8.5
Yr 2018
Status Ended
Animation Sci-Fi & Fantasy Family Action & Adventure
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Overview

Soldier Adora finds a magic sword -- and her identity as legendary hero She-Ra. She joins the Rebellion, but her best friend stays with the evil Horde.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 92 /100

She-Ra and the Princesses of Power is widely celebrated as a masterful reboot that successfully updates the classic franchise for a modern audience. Critics consistently praise the series for its depth, noting that it evolves beyond its toy-line origins to deliver a character-driven fantasy-adventure that resonates with both children and adults.

The show is frequently commended for its inclusive storytelling, diverse cast, and complex, honest portrayals of relationships. With its gorgeous animation and world-building, reviewers highlight that the series stands on its own merit, successfully balancing thrilling action sequences with emotional vulnerability and strong character development.

“Noelle Stevenson has given She-Ra and her cohort emotional depth and humanity, while also telling a fantasy-adventure story that appeals to both kids and adults.”

“The show centers a female hero who's strong and powerful, as well as kind and able to show vulnerability without it being associated with weakness.”

“It sheds anything that held the original series back. It’s serialised. Its characters have a tonne of depth. The animation is gorgeous.”

“She-Ra delivers fantastic sword-and-sorcery action, a compelling bit of world-building and mythology, and some of the most complex and honest portrayals of complicated relationships.”

Why fans love it

This 2018 reboot strips away the static perfection of its predecessor to focus on the emotional friction of a war between former friends. By grounding its high-fantasy premise in the personal fallout of betrayal, the show elevates the journey of a soldier choosing a new path into something deeply intimate. Its sharp, anime-inspired aesthetic creates a visual language that feels energetic and distinct from modern western animation tropes.

The series finds a strange, comforting middle ground between an epic struggle for destiny and the small-scale complications of growing up. While Aimee Carrero delivers a performance that anchors the chaos of cosmic conflict, the writing keeps the stakes human even when the world is ending. It is a dense, hopeful exploration of loyalty and identity that balances intense action sequences with moments of quiet character development.

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Keywords

female protagonist affectation betrayal destiny lgbt reboot friends to enemies comforting hopeful anime inspired magical girl friendship superhero
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Details

First Aired
November 13, 2018
Status
Ended
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
834