Arcane

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Nov 6, 2021
Season #: 2, 1
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8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 232 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 6 out of 232
  3. Negative: 32 out of 232
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  1. YannySp101
    Nov 22, 2021
    10
    Arcane is an animated series based on League of Legends; one of my most played videogames, which means that I had to watch it.
    So, to start things off, I wanna say that Piltover and Zaun have probably the richest lore in League of Legends' universe, and I don't think they could've chosen a better region for Arcane.
    However, translating the lore from the game into an animated series isn't    Arcane is an animated series based on League of Legends; one of my most played videogames, which means that I had to watch it.
    So, to start things off, I wanna say that Piltover and Zaun have probably the richest lore in League of Legends' universe, and I don't think they could've chosen a better region for Arcane.
    However, translating the lore from the game into an animated series isn't the only thing Arcane did; it expanded and fleshed out the lore excellently.
    Aside from the lore though, Arcane has an extremely well written and thought-provoking story, accompanied by outstanding characters; Vi, Jayce and Viktor went from characters that I really like in the game to characters that I absolutely love now.
    Also, the animation is breathtaking, the music is really great, and the world building is staggering; Piltover and Zaun are so lively and well realized!
    Last but not least, I can't think of a single episode that I didn't like; literally all of the 9 total episodes range from amazing to superb.
    Does Arcane have any flaws though? Well... it ends, so I guess that kinda sucks.

    Pros:
    + Expands the lore in the best ways possible
    + Fantastic story
    + Incredible characters
    + Jaw-dropping animation and exceptional music
    + World building and details

    Cons:
    - None

    Narrative: 9/10
    Characters: 10/10
    Music: 9/10
    Animation: 10/10

    Final Rating: 10/10
    - Masterpiece -
    Riot Games and Fortiche have created a monster; Arcane is a legendary videogame adaptation and a masterpiece of an animated series.
    As a big fan of League of Legends and its lore, I simply couldn't ask for something better than Arcane; it's perfect in every conceivable way and I literally can't wait for season 2.

    Do I recommend it?:
    It doesn't matter if you're a fan of League of Legends or not, just do yourself a favor and watch it... now!    … Expand
  2. AwfulWaffles
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    Best video game adaptation ever. Arcane has set a new standard for movies and TV shows based on games.
  3. Spiros7
    Jul 6, 2022
    10
    Best TV show of all time, everything about it is absolute perfection, watch it now.
  4. Tvarkas
    Nov 22, 2021
    9
    Cuando eschuche por primera ves de esta serie esperaba que fuera "buena", no esperaba encontrarme con algo a este nivel, la historia es excelente y la serie le saca todo lo que puede a su 16+ tocando temas complejos que hacen que sus personajes y mundo se sientan vivos, la animacion es simplemente genial mesclando muy bien 3D y 2D.

    When I heard this series for the first time I expected    Cuando eschuche por primera ves de esta serie esperaba que fuera "buena", no esperaba encontrarme con algo a este nivel, la historia es excelente y la serie le saca todo lo que puede a su 16+ tocando temas complejos que hacen que sus personajes y mundo se sientan vivos, la animacion es simplemente genial mesclando muy bien 3D y 2D.

    When I heard this series for the first time I expected it to be "good", I did not expect to find something at this level, the story is excellent and the series takes everything it can from its 16+ by touching complex themes that make its characters and world feel alive, and the animation mix 3D and 2D in a great way.    … Expand
  5. Disobedient_K9
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    This is one of the best first seasons to any series. If Riot and Fortiche maintain this level of quality in storytelling, characterization, voice acting, sound design, and animation for the rest of Arcane's seasons, this will definitely fit well alongside other animated greats, such as ATLAB, Cowboy Bebop, etc.
    You don't need to be a League of Legends fan to fully enjoy season 1 of Arcane.
  6. coffee_mute
    Jun 10, 2022
    10
    If someone said, Arcane is the best series to have ever aired on television, I could absolutely understand how they arrived at that conclusion. The show is spectacular. The characters, are spectacular. The world is rich, the payoffs superb, the writing a bar that video game adaptations will struggle to meet I'm sure for years. It is not often in a lifetime that we get to experience artIf someone said, Arcane is the best series to have ever aired on television, I could absolutely understand how they arrived at that conclusion. The show is spectacular. The characters, are spectacular. The world is rich, the payoffs superb, the writing a bar that video game adaptations will struggle to meet I'm sure for years. It is not often in a lifetime that we get to experience art like this and I am thankful to have been there to see Arcane Season 1. If you're curious, I strongly suggest taking some time to watch the first three episodes and I can guarantee from that point forward, you'll be hooked.… Expand
  7. LuissDt
    Apr 13, 2022
    10
    Arcane is simply perfect in every aspect, animation, script, editing, among others... an excellent adaptation of a game
  8. niertard
    May 1, 2022
    10
    the animation style is incredible, the characters feel so real i cried some times, even if you dislike league of legends you should watch this
  9. MaximumHormone
    Aug 18, 2022
    10
    I know I'm late to the party, but I'm glad I finally checked this show out. It's one of the best I've seen in years. Thank you for the recommendation, Critical Drinker!
  10. Caken
    Sep 6, 2022
    10
    Finally! A western animated show for adults. With its themes about love, loss, and romanticizing the past, there's a lot to this show to keep you contemplating for days, weeks, and months after you've seen it.
    Characters are extremely well developed due to the stellar writing in dialogues and inner and outer conflicts they face... Oh, and the animation and art style is incredibly to look    Finally! A western animated show for adults. With its themes about love, loss, and romanticizing the past, there's a lot to this show to keep you contemplating for days, weeks, and months after you've seen it.
    Characters are extremely well developed due to the stellar writing in dialogues and inner and outer conflicts they face... Oh, and the animation and art style is incredibly to look at. This is a must watch for any fan of TV shows and movies.    … Expand
  11. terriblegamer01
    Sep 7, 2022
    10
    Even if you know nothing about League of Legends or absolutely despise the game, this show is still well worth your time.
  12. BUBISHI
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    This is how to do it! I never played the games, didn't know the story and I don't even like animated series that much.
    But this show did everything right I miss so much in other of todays series: great sorytelling, amazing worldbuilding, fantastic characters with great character arcs. There is so much stuff that directly hooked me in and made this world beliveable to me from part one.    This is how to do it! I never played the games, didn't know the story and I don't even like animated series that much.
    But this show did everything right I miss so much in other of todays series: great sorytelling, amazing worldbuilding, fantastic characters with great character arcs. There is so much stuff that directly hooked me in and made this world beliveable to me from part one. Everything is created with so much love and skill, every detail nailed to the spott. Everything has a meaning, brings the story forward, even short flashbacks bring new aspects to the events and put characters in new light. Hey, we even have strong female characters and diverse characters everywhere and I don't feel like it's forced upon me. Together with the good soundtrack and magnificent art design it's a true diamond compared to the mediocre trash released today. The only thing I didn't like first was the introduction of too many characters. They all are great and have intresting stories, but I could live with one or two character arcs ended before the finale. But there is going to be a season 2, I hope, so the creators will still need them, I supose.

    I can only thank the people responsible for this and recommend the show to anyone.

    10/10    … Expand
  13. Mosotafu
    Nov 13, 2021
    9
    Amazing, dramatic, gorgeous art style with perfect facial expressions.
    I think am in love
  14. cainezen
    Nov 20, 2021
    10
    I was not familiar with the League lore much at all. The animation is amazing and the voice acting is top notch. Every character is given the right amount of development. It's honestly the best show I've seen in years.
  15. lagendofdoom
    Jan 17, 2022
    10
    Best show I've seen in the last decade, so much emotions from laugh to smile to sadness and tears.
    I can't even describe the amount of care and attention to detail this show has shown so far.
    I would even say that if I tried to find a fault in the show I wouldn't be able to, I have seen so far 4 times in a row and I still find new experiences new details and new point of views of the    Best show I've seen in the last decade, so much emotions from laugh to smile to sadness and tears.
    I can't even describe the amount of care and attention to detail this show has shown so far.
    I would even say that if I tried to find a fault in the show I wouldn't be able to, I have seen so far 4 times in a row and I still find new experiences new details and new point of views of the characters, I would even believe that those characters are real and alive because of how realistic they are portrayed.

    All in all what I try to say is that if you haven't seen it yet go and watch without knowing anything and enjoy the ride.    … Expand
  16. guslightyear
    Dec 3, 2021
    10
    greatist animation show of the decade. If you like a league of legends or not, u will love this one.
  17. Drooly
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    Ever since I saw Riot Games' first cinematic 8 years ago, I have always craved for them to create a movie of some sort. I'm really happy that my patience has paid off! Truly a masterful work of animation and design with the heart akin to the likes of Disney and Pixar, even though they may not be for the same audiences. Nevertheless, I'll still be recommending this to all of my friends,Ever since I saw Riot Games' first cinematic 8 years ago, I have always craved for them to create a movie of some sort. I'm really happy that my patience has paid off! Truly a masterful work of animation and design with the heart akin to the likes of Disney and Pixar, even though they may not be for the same audiences. Nevertheless, I'll still be recommending this to all of my friends, because I pity those who have yet to see it at all.

    Absolutely cannot wait for season two, no matter how long I have to wait again.    … Expand
  18. iBanaKedu
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Simply fascinating, RITO prepared us for this moment, and fulfilled its promise to be perfect.
  19. czubajkaKania
    Dec 4, 2021
    10
    Beautiful art direction, nice music with some powerful scenes, great characters, classic tropes but perfectly done.
  20. Xenovi
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    Simplesmente incrível uma animação fascinante, mal posso esperar para o restante da série. Musica e dublagem Brasileiro excelentes e batalhas de tirar o fôlego.
  21. Millionere
    Nov 26, 2021
    10
    Absolutely gorgeous. As a fan of the game and its lore, this TV series is the pinnacle of quality of what fans could expect from Riot, the coolest animated TV series ever created. Six years of work for this TV series has come to its fruition: the environments are crazy and super detailed, the characters are well written and consistent with the lore with some really emotional and sadAbsolutely gorgeous. As a fan of the game and its lore, this TV series is the pinnacle of quality of what fans could expect from Riot, the coolest animated TV series ever created. Six years of work for this TV series has come to its fruition: the environments are crazy and super detailed, the characters are well written and consistent with the lore with some really emotional and sad scenes, the action scenes are directed to perfection with impressive animations. But the most important point I have to give is to the graphic style, already from the initial trailers you could see that it has been successfully executed, to adopt such a refined and particular artistic style to make excellent super fluid scenes in every situation it really shows the quality and the passion that has been given to this series and that is why it deserves all praise and merit for the work that has been done in making it. We are in front of an animation masterpiece from the very first episodes, with visuals and a beautiful story of the origins on the protagonists that really deserves every known award, I can't wait for it to be recognized so much so that we can expect future series on this universe with its characters considering how many incredible stories there are from the league of legends universe, this series could really be the beginning of the "League cinematic universe". Congratulations to Riot for the high quality of this work.… Expand
  22. Kostas_Spirou
    Dec 26, 2021
    10
    Absolutely mind-blowing! I'm honestly speechless of how good this is, Riot Games knocked it out of the park. This is a work of art, the characters are spot on, the writing is incredible and the animation is jaw-dropping.
  23. Jokohama
    Feb 13, 2022
    10
    The story is interesting enough to hook a non-LOL-player like me. Artstyle and music are so amazing.
  24. ComandanteCobra
    Jan 12, 2022
    9
    Brilliant animated tv series.
    A show with great animations, few episodes, easter eggs that aren't invasive, modern sensitivity without being P.C. ossessive, plenty of action, good fx, good dialogues, on spot dubbing, interestion story, characters development, and good main theme.
    Entertaining even if you're not familiar with (or dind't like) League of Legends videogame. A pleasant    Brilliant animated tv series.
    A show with great animations, few episodes, easter eggs that aren't invasive, modern sensitivity without being P.C. ossessive, plenty of action, good fx, good dialogues, on spot dubbing, interestion story, characters development, and good main theme.
    Entertaining even if you're not familiar with (or dind't like) League of Legends videogame.
    A pleasant surprise.
    Juts beware that it has a slow beginning....first impact with this show could be deciving into thinking that is the same story about snobs rich against abused low-income people....but from episode 3 the story takes off and you get involved with all the characters, with subplot and the stunning visual (that reminds me of Telltale videgames art style)    … Expand
  25. Battlekidx2
    Dec 5, 2021
    10
    This show is amazing. This 3 act season is basically one grand tragedy. This is easily the piece of media that has effected me the most out of anything that has come out this year.
  26. MetacriticOnur
    Nov 30, 2021
    9
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  27. Dodger
    Nov 26, 2021
    9
    Incredibly good show, the best thing I've watched on Netflix in a long time.

    Very well written, has beautiful animation and great voice acting, it also just keeps getting better as it goes along. I have never played League and probably don't intend to, but I'd imagine if you did you'd get even more out of it. I would list this as a must-watch if you have Netflix. The only downside    Incredibly good show, the best thing I've watched on Netflix in a long time.

    Very well written, has beautiful animation and great voice acting, it also just keeps getting better as it goes along.

    I have never played League and probably don't intend to, but I'd imagine if you did you'd get even more out of it. I would list this as a must-watch if you have Netflix.

    The only downside is that it's going to be another two years before they release any more.    … Expand
  28. Kostas101
    Nov 22, 2021
    10
    Absolutely mind-blowing! I'm honestly speechless of how good this is, Riot Games knocked it out of the park. This is a work of art, the characters are spot on, the writing is incredible and the animation is jaw-dropping.
  29. amirmr
    Dec 3, 2021
    10
    Brilliant animation series, everything about visuals, story, characters, music, and world settings was perfect. And without doubt the best video game adaptation of all time.
  30. sebaez
    Dec 5, 2021
    10
    Arcane sets a precedent in the history of animated series. We have never gotten a dramatic masterpiece of this caliber in animated shows, nor for this particular target audience, which is a reason why this series has not reached its peak yet. It is just too rare to find a well-written, beautifully crafted, surprisingly emotional story nowadays. For these reasons, Arcane is a must-watch forArcane sets a precedent in the history of animated series. We have never gotten a dramatic masterpiece of this caliber in animated shows, nor for this particular target audience, which is a reason why this series has not reached its peak yet. It is just too rare to find a well-written, beautifully crafted, surprisingly emotional story nowadays. For these reasons, Arcane is a must-watch for everyone who likes fantasy and drama.

    I believe this show will linger remembered as one of the best TV productions of 2021. Despite its controversial soundtrack, everything else shines bright. Though it is a sad truth that those who shine brightest burn fastest, let us hope the future seasons of Arcane reach different heights.    … Expand
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  1. Decider
    Reviewed by: Joel Keller
    Nov 8, 2021
    80
    Even if you’re not a gamer, or a fan of League of Legends, Arcane will be more than entertaining enough to hold your interest, with an interesting story backed by amazing animation.
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  2. Paste Magazine
    Reviewed by: Tara Bennett
    Nov 7, 2021
    90
    Even if you have no interest in picking up any kind of gaming console, do yourself a favor and give Arcane a try. It has more mature storytelling and emotional resonance than many live-action shows do right now. And it deserves to be lauded as the new benchmark for what can be done when it comes to successfully translating worthy videogame universes into a different medium while refusing to dumb down or simplify complex storytelling. Arcane is a world worth getting lost within.
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