Arcane (2021)

An award-winning Netflix animated series that transforms the world of League of Legends into a visually breathtaking and emotionally devastating story of two sisters divided by war.

Arcane - Series Information

  • Original Title: Arcane
  • First Air Year: 2021
  • Last Air Year: 2024
  • Created by: Christian Linke, Alex Yee
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Animation, Action, Adventure
  • Content Rating (US): TV-14
  • Number of Seasons: 2
  • Number of Episodes: 18
  • Status: Ended
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • First Air Date: November 6, 2021 (United States - TV-14), November 6, 2021 (Canada - 14+), November 6, 2021 (United Kingdom - 15), November 6, 2021 (Germany - 16), November 6, 2021 (France - 16), November 6, 2021 (India - A), November 6, 2021 (New Zealand - 16), November 6, 2021 (Australia - MA 15+), November 6, 2021 (Brazil - 16), November 6, 2021 (Mexico - B)
  • Networks: Netflix
  • Alternative Titles: آرکین : لیگ افسانه ها (IR), Arcane: League of Legends (US), Аркейн: League of Legends (UA), არკეინი (GE), 英雄联盟:双城之战 (CN), Аркейн: League of Legends (RU)
  • Production Companies: Fortiche Production, Riot Games
  • Production Countries: France, United States of America

Arcane - Plot

Amid the stark discord of twin cities Piltover and Zaun, two sisters fight on rival sides of a war between magic technologies and clashing convictions.

Arcane - Trailer

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Arcane - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Christian Linke
  • Alex Yee

Main Cast

  • Hailee Steinfeld
  • Ella Purnell
  • Kevin Alejandro
  • Jason Spisak
  • Toks Olagundoye
  • Harry Lloyd
  • Katie Leung
  • JB Blanc
  • Brett Tucker
  • Amirah Vann

Writers

  • Alex Yee
  • Amanda Overton
  • Christian Linke
  • Ash Brannon
  • Conor Sheehy

Executive Producers

  • Melinda Wunsch Dilger
  • Marc Merrill
  • Arnaud Delord
  • Pascal Charrue
  • Hervé Dupont

Arcane - FAQs

Where can you watch Arcane online?

Arcane is available exclusively on Netflix as part of its standard and ad-supported subscription tiers. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home for those who prefer to own the series outright.

Is Arcane based on a video game?

Yes. Arcane is set in the universe of League of Legends, the massively popular online multiplayer game developed by Riot Games. The series expands on the lore of characters like Vi, Jinx, Jayce, and Viktor, though no prior knowledge of the game is required to enjoy it.

Who are the main voice actors in Arcane?

The principal voice cast includes Hailee Steinfeld as Vi, Ella Purnell as Jinx, Kevin Alejandro as Jayce, Jason Spisak as Silco, Harry Lloyd as Viktor, Katie Leung as Caitlyn, JB Blanc as Vander, Toks Olagundoye as Mel Medarda, Brett Tucker as Singed, and Amirah Vann as Sevika.

Will there be a Season 3 of Arcane?

No. Arcane concluded with its second season in November 2024, and the series has officially ended. Creators Christian Linke and Alex Yee confirmed that Season 2 was always intended as the final chapter, bringing the story of Vi and Jinx to a definitive close.

What is Arcane about?

Arcane follows two sisters, Vi and Jinx, caught on opposing sides of a conflict between the prosperous city of Piltover and the oppressed undercity of Zaun. The series explores class inequality, family bonds, and the destructive cost of progress through stunning animation and emotionally complex storytelling.

Did Arcane win any major awards?

Yes. Arcane made history at the 2022 Annie Awards, winning Outstanding Achievement for Animated Series, and became the first streaming series to win the Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program. It also earned widespread critical acclaim, holding near-perfect scores on Rotten Tomatoes across both seasons.

How many seasons and episodes does Arcane have?

Arcane ran for 2 seasons and a total of 18 episodes. Season 1 premiered on November 6, 2021, and consisted of 9 episodes. Season 2 also contained 9 episodes and concluded the series in November 2024.

What is the content rating for Arcane?

Arcane is rated TV-14 in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains intense action sequences, themes of addiction and trauma, violence, and emotionally mature storytelling that skews toward older teen and adult audiences.

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