The Dragon Prince

When an ancient dragon egg surfaces, two human princes and a young elven assassin put aside generations of mistrust to protect it and try to halt a growing war. The older prince is bookish and eager to learn magic, while his younger brother has a gentle way with animals. Their reluctant ally is a skilled moonshadow elf who wrestles with duty and conscience. As they travel across divided kingdoms, they meet unlikely friends and dangerous foes, and each choice tests loyalties and reshapes what peace might look like for humans, elves and dragons.

Created by Justin Richmond and Aaron Ehasz for Netflix, The Dragon Prince premiered in 2018 as an animated action-fantasy series. It combines CGI characters with a stylized visual approach and features voice work from Jack De Sena, Paula Burrows, Sasha Rojen, Racquel Belmonte and Jesse Inocalla, among others.

Viewers and critics have responded positively, and the show holds an average user rating of 8.2/10 from 676 votes. Reviewers often point to its layered worldbuilding, thoughtful moral ambiguity and a tone that balances humor with serious stakes. Recurring themes include family bonds, the consequences of prejudice, political maneuvering and the personal cost of trying to change long-standing conflicts. The series works for younger viewers while offering moral complexity that appeals to adults as well.

The Dragon Prince has grown a devoted fanbase that produces fan art, cosplay and in-depth discussions about character development and world mechanics. Online communities have kept conversations alive between seasons, and the series is often cited as part of a broader trend toward serialized, character-driven animation on streaming platforms.

While it hasn’t been a mainstream awards sweep, the show has received recognition within animation circles and from genre outlets for its storytelling, character work and visual design. Industry commentators and animation-focused publications have frequently included it in year-end and genre highlights, reflecting steady appreciation from both fans and critics.