Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia (2016)
Guillermo del Toro's Emmy-winning animated adventure follows an ordinary teen who discovers a magical amulet and becomes the chosen Trollhunter, protector of two worlds.
Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia - Series Information
- Original Title: Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia
- First Air Year: 2016
- Last Air Year: 2018
- Created by: Guillermo del Toro
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Family, Animation, Action, Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-Y7
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (24 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 3
- Number of Episodes: 52
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: December 23, 2016 (United States - TV-Y7), December 23, 2016 (Canada - C8), December 23, 2016 (United Kingdom - PG), December 23, 2016 (Germany - 16), December 23, 2016 (France - 16), December 23, 2016 (Australia - PG), December 23, 2016 (Brazil - L), December 23, 2016 (Mexico - AA), December 23, 2016 (Spain - 7), December 23, 2016 (South Korea - ALL)
- Networks: Netflix
- Alternative Titles: Lovci trolů: Příběhy z Arkádie (CZ), Chasseurs de Trolls (FR), 트뫿험터 (KR), Κυνηγοί Tρολ : Το Έπος της Αρκάντια (GR), Trollvadászok (HU), Trollhunters (US)
- Production Companies: DreamWorks Animation Television, Double Dare You
- Production Countries: United States of America
Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia - Plot
After uncovering a mysterious amulet, an average teen assumes an unlikely destiny and sets out to save two worlds.
Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia - Trailer
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Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Guillermo del Toro
Main Cast
- Lexi Medrano
- Charlie Saxton
- Amy Landecker
- Kelsey Grammer
- Fred Tatasciore
- Yara Shahidi
- Jonathan Hyde
- Ron Perlman
- Tom Hiddleston
- Laraine Newman
Writers
- Marc Guggenheim
- Guillermo del Toro
- Rodrigo Blaas
Executive Producers
- Rodrigo Blaas
- Guillermo del Toro
- Dan Hageman
- Christina Steinberg
- Kevin Hageman
Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia - FAQs
Where can you stream Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia?
Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home, giving viewers multiple ways to watch all three parts of the series.
Who voiced Jim Lake Jr. in Trollhunters?
The late Anton Yelchin voiced Jim Lake Jr., the teenage protagonist of Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia. Yelchin recorded his performance before his tragic passing in June 2016, and the series was dedicated to his memory. His portrayal brought warmth and heart to the central character.
Who created Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia?
Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia was created by acclaimed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro, based on his 2015 novel co-written with Daniel Kraus. Del Toro served as executive producer and writer alongside Rodrigo Blaas, Marc Guggenheim, and the Hageman brothers, Dan and Kevin Hageman.
How many seasons and episodes does Trollhunters have?
Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia ran for three seasons totalling 52 episodes. Part 1 comprised 26 episodes, while Parts 2 and 3 each contained 13 episodes. The series premiered on Netflix on December 23, 2016, and concluded in 2018, with a special episode also included.
Is Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia based on a book?
Yes. Trollhunters is based on the 2015 young adult novel of the same name co-authored by Guillermo del Toro and Daniel Kraus. While the animated series expands significantly on the source material, the book provided the foundational concept of a young boy discovering a magical amulet that transforms him into a Trollhunter.
What is the content rating for Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia?
Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia is rated TV-Y7 in the United States, indicating it is suitable for children aged seven and older. The series contains mild fantasy action and adventure elements. International ratings vary, including PG in the UK and Australia and C8 in Canada.
Is Trollhunters connected to other Tales of Arcadia shows?
Yes. Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia is the first entry in Guillermo del Toro's Tales of Arcadia trilogy on Netflix. It is followed by 3Below: Tales of Arcadia (2018), which focuses on alien royals hiding in the same town, and Wizards: Tales of Arcadia (2020), which ties all three series together.
Who are the main voice actors in Trollhunters?
The principal voice cast includes Anton Yelchin as Jim Lake Jr., Lexi Medrano as Claire Nuñez, Charlie Saxton as Toby Domzalski, Kelsey Grammer as Blinky, Ron Perlman as Bular, Tom Hiddleston as Kanjigar, Jonathan Hyde as Mr. Strickler, Fred Tatasciore as AAARRRGGHH!!!, Yara Shahidi as Darci, and Lena Headey as Morgana.
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