Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia
Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia
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Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia

8.5
Yr 2016
Rt 24m
Status Ended
Family Animation Action & Adventure Comedy Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Series Brief

Overview

After uncovering a mysterious amulet, an average teen assumes an unlikely destiny and sets out to save two worlds.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 78 /100

Critical reception for Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia is generally positive, with reviewers praising the series for its wit, pacing, and engaging storytelling. Many critics highlight the show's ability to balance humor and emotion, noting that the strong character development of both heroes and villains makes for a compelling viewing experience. Fans of creator Guillermo del Toro particularly appreciate his transition into family-oriented animation.

However, some responses note specific drawbacks. Certain viewers found the decision-making of the characters to be repetitive or predictably frustrating over time. Additionally, some parental reviews pointed toward concerns regarding the series' level of violence and its themes surrounding magic and spiritual realms, suggesting it may not be suitable for all family members.

“They have made their series with brio and wit, as much majesty as the budget will allow.”

“The series is well written ... because 'Trollhunters' mostly wants to tell a gripping story.”

“There are content issues. It’s pretty violent, for one thing: People and trolls get hurt here, and sometimes they might even die.”

“The pattern of constantly predictable wrong decisions became incredibly annoying.”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

Netflix
US • CA • UK
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CA • US • UK
Why fans love it

Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia balances high-stakes fantasy with grounded humor. The series creates an expansive mythology within the town of Arcadia, layering subterranean kingdoms against the ordinary lives of suburban teenagers. It operates as an action-heavy adventure that shifts between expansive world-building and the specific personal anxieties of its protagonists.

Kelsey Grammer provides a prominent voice performance that centers the show’s tone, landing somewhere between epic lore and dry comedy. By grounding supernatural threats in the chaotic reality of school life and family dynamics, the animation finds a cadence that appeals to multiple generations. It avoids the typical traps of genre storytelling by keeping the development of the characters as urgent as the battles for the two worlds they inhabit.

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Keywords

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Details

First Aired
December 23, 2016
Status
Ended
Episode Runtime
24 minutes
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
1,166