---
title: "The Dragon Prince"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-dragon-prince-2018"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 81046
imdb_id: "tt8688814"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 7
episodes_count: 63
runtime_minutes: 26
community_rating: 8.2
vote_count: 705
content_rating: "TV-PG"
---

# The Dragon Prince (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-dragon-prince-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Dragon Prince is a television series released in 2018. The plot follows an extraordinary discovery that inspires two human princes and an elven assassin to form an alliance. Together, they embark on an epic quest intended to bring peace to their warring lands. The series title references dragons, which are mythical creatures found in the folklore of cultures throughout the world. These legendary beasts are often depicted as large, serpentine, or reptile-like creatures that may possess wings or features drawn from various animals such as wolves, birds, lions, or crocodiles. While some traditions conceive of dragons as evil, others view them as beneficent. These creatures have been featured in myths, legends, and folktales for centuries, with many cultures believing them to be real at various points in history. Dragons frequently appear in art and stories as hybrids capable of swimming or flying, and they remain among the most popular and enduring of all mythological creatures in global media and history.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two human princes and an elven assassin unite to end a long-standing war between their lands."

### Why Watch
- engaging world-building
- character-driven team dynamics

### Caveats & Content Note
- serialized narrative requires commitment
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains fantasy violence and themes of war suitable for a general audience.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: fantasy, epic, adventure, animated

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Book 1: Moon (9 Episodes)
The Dragon Prince is an animated fantasy television series. The series follows two human princes who form an unlikely bond with an elfin assassin. They embark on a quest to bring peace to their warring lands. The series is set in a fantasy world with a rich history and diverse cultures. The Dragon Prince features a blend of action, adventure, and science fiction elements. The series is available to stream on Netflix.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 45
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 15 (33%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 30 (67%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Justin Richmond, Aaron Ehasz
- **Networks / Studios**: Netflix

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Paula Burrows** as *Rayla (voice)*
- **Jack De Sena** as *Callum (voice)*
- **Sasha Rojen** as *Ezran (voice)*
- **Jesse Inocalla** as *Soren (voice)*
- **Racquel Belmonte** as *Claudia (voice)*
- **Jason Simpson** as *Viren (voice)*
- **Luc Roderique** as *Harrow (voice)*
- **Omari Newton** as *Corvus (voice)*
- **Benjamin Callins** as *Terry (voice)*
- **Jonathan Holmes** as *Runaan (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the series about?
It follows two human princes and an elven assassin who team up to bring peace to their warring lands.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The story focuses on two human princes and an elven assassin.

### Q: Is this an animated series?
Yes, the series is an animated production.

### Q: What is the goal of the characters?
The characters embark on an epic quest to stop a war and bring peace to their lands.

### Q: Is there a central conflict?
The story centers on the conflict between human and elven lands.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Dragon - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dragon)
- [Dragon | Description, Mythical Dragons, Types, & Facts | Britannica](https://www.britannica.com/topic/dragon-mythological-creature)
- [12 Different Types of Dragons from Mythology & History](https://www.wikihow.com/Different-Types-of-Dragons)
- [Dragons: A brief history of the mythical beasts | Live Science](https://www.livescience.com/25559-dragons.html)
- [Why Dragons Appear in So Many Cultures | HISTORY](https://www.history.com/articles/dragon-myths)
- [Dragon – Mythos Anthology](https://mythosanthology.com/dragon/)

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