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Season 1 – The Dragon Prince

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Sep 2018

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In the magical land of Xadia, magic comes from six primal sources: the sun, moon, stars, sky, earth and ocean. When human mages create a seventh kind of magic -- dark magic -- they start capturing and harvesting the unique magical creatures they need as ingredients, which sparks a war between Xadia and the Human Kingdoms. Three kids from opposite sides of the conflict -- two princes and an elven assassin sent to kill them -- discover a secret that could change everything and decide to join forces and go on an epic journey. That trek could be their only hope of ending the war and restoring peace to both worlds.

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Magically intriguing, The Dragon Prince is a captivating fantasy adventure that has strong character development and a solid storyline.

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Alex Barasch

Slate

Sep 14, 2018

For anyone who relishes in a good fantasy story or has longed for a new cartoon of Avatar's caliber, The Dragon Prince seems set to deliver.

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Swara Salih

But Why Tho?

Jan 17, 2023

8.5/10

The Dragon Prince is a great addition to the animated fantasy lexicon. With strong characters, a compelling plot, and beautiful (but flawed) animation, it is both a thoroughly enjoyable and intellectually enriching story that all ages can easily enjoy.

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Charlie Ceates

Cultured Vultures

Oct 9, 2019

8/10

Much like The Last Airbender, The Dragon Prince has something that everyone can relate to. It's mature enough that adults can enjoy it, but not overbearing - and still very much child friendly.

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Michal Schick

Hypable

Feb 17, 2019

5/5

The Dragon Prince makes harmony out of conflict, blending strong characters, intriguing magic, and profound ideas into a compelling story.

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Caroline Cao

The Mary Sue

Sep 27, 2018

Among the show's best assets are three multi-dimensional heroines who kick ass, have organic moments of weakness, and honestly, deserve a tribute.

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Emily Ashby

Common Sense Media

Sep 18, 2018

4/5

Captivating fantasy tale has positive themes, broad appeal.

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Ju d

@Aiman997 Dec 17, 2025

Very amazing story. I am looking forward to the next one and can't wait to watch it 🥰 10/10

Tygari D

@RT50516022 Sep 30, 2025

great show definately worth watching. creates a rish and indepth enviroment that is added to with each episode. and engaging and entrapping story that just draws you in.

bluedragonking 7

@RT42304948 Jul 31, 2025

This season was a little slow but still really good!

Ethan T

@RT55156765 Jun 24, 2025

I typically go for the gorier type of animation, but having had a memorable experience with Avatar: The Last Airbender, I was open to another Y7 series. This is so much more than one might expect from a Y7 show, just like Avatar. Feels like the surface is just being breached with this season. Also, the ASL without subtitles was actually really cool for some reason. I looked up the translation, but really it was what I had already inferred.

Mark V.

@MarkVlez Jun 22, 2025

I love this show so much

Fuzzy T

@RT14481086 Mar 31, 2025

Absolutely love the first Arc of The Dragon Prince. I’ve been watching since 2019 and I haven’t got tired rewatching this. Despite the slow pacing and the animation being a little choppy, the character development makes up for it and I definitely recommend this to others.

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Aaron Ehasz

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Villads Spangsberg

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Justin Richmond

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Jack De Sena

Callum

Paula Burrows

Rayla

Sasha Zoey Rojen

Ezran

Episode 1

Aired Sep 14, 2018

Echoes of Thunder

As the human kingdom of Katolis braces for an attack by Moonshadow elves, King Harrow makes plans to send sons Callum and Ezran away to a safe place.

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Episode 2

Aired Sep 14, 2018

What Is Done

Determined to make up for her mistake, Rayla sneaks into the castle and corners Callum; Lord Viren offers the king a way to survive the attack.

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Episode 3

Aired Sep 14, 2018

Moonrise

With night falling, Rayla and the princes race to share what they've found and stop the attack, but first they'll have to get past Claudia.

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Episode 4

Aired Sep 14, 2018

Bloodthirsty

Excited about his newfound powers, Callum convinces the others to travel to the Banther Lodge for a magic cube; Katolis prepares to crown a new king.

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Episode 5

Aired Sep 14, 2018

An Empty Throne

Callum struggles to control his magic, General Amaya clashes with Lord Viren and a trip down the river takes a hair-raising turn.

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Episode 6

Aired Sep 14, 2018

Through the Ice

After a run-in with a soldier, Rayla leads the princes to high ground; Viren gives Soren and Claudia secret orders as they set out on their mission.

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Episode 7

Aired Sep 14, 2018

The Dagger and the Wolf

In a nearby village, Callum and Ezran seek help for the egg while Rayla hunts down a magic blade; Claudia collects ingredients for a tracking spell.

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Episode 8

Aired Sep 14, 2018

Cursed Caldera

Ellis leads the friends to the Cursed Caldera but warns it's crawling with nasty monsters; Viren tries to force Runaan to talk.

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Episode 9

Aired Sep 14, 2018

Wonderstorm

Ezran, Callum and Rayla each put their special talents to use as they make their way up the mountain in a desperate bid to save the egg.

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Director: Villads Spangsberg
Creator: Aaron Ehasz, Justin Richmond
Screenwriter: Aaron Ehasz, Iain Hendry, Justin Richmond, Devon Giehl
Network: Netflix
Rating: TV-PG
Genre: Kids & Family, Adventure, Fantasy, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date: Sep 14, 2018

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