Parents' Guide to

The Dragon Prince

By Emily Ashby, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 10+

Captivating fantasy tale has positive themes, broad appeal.

TV Netflix Kids' Animation 2018
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age 8+

Based on 43 parent reviews

CDHN
CDHN Adult
May 15, 2020
age 14+

Ok Seires, But...

It's an ok flick but, not one of the greats. Has a slow start and lacks a bit of substance in the first 2 seasons like Voltron and Avatar the Last air Bender. Things start picking up in the third season which has a happy ending but at the same time creates a suspenseful premise for season 4. As for the Slippery slop, if you don't mind an adult with candy, (the cartoon being the candy in this case) walking up to your kid and starting a conversation you might have to finish with your kids, that might turn awkward or uncomfortable, then there shouldn't be a problem. Truth is, they will find out sooner or later, its the world we leave in so better get it out in the open so that they don't go off experimenting or being influenced by public opinion that seems to be a force to recon with these days!
j.bb
j.bb Adult
March 15, 2020
age 5+

Wow!!

Goodness!! I have to say, my daughter loves this show to pieces. I'm incredibly disappointed in those of you who claim that a small peck between a married couple is too provocative or inappropriate. If there's no such thing as too young for heterosexuality, then there's no such thing as too young for homosexuality. When my daughter saw the scene with the kiss between the Queens of Duren, she was excited! She turned to me and said, "Look!! Like Tia Maria and Tia Ana!" She was excited to see people like her aunties on television. This show has incredible messages and great characters. 10/10! I rate 5+ on account of the fantasy violence and mildly heavy themes. Excellent!
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What's the Story?

In THE DRAGON PRINCE, war brews between the magical kingdom of Xadia and the human one after the humans use dark magic to kill the Dragon King and destroy his only egg. Hoping to protect his sons from the Moonshadow Elves dispatched to assassinate him, King Harrow (voiced by Luc Roderique) orders Princes Callum (Jack De Sena) and Ezran (Sasha Rojen) to flee the castle to safety. When they encounter a kind elf named Rayla (Paula Burrows) and together make a stunning discovery about the egg and its Dragon Prince, they join forces and vow to stop the coming war. But with enemies at every turn and neither side willing to listen, Callum, Ezran, and Rayla face a battle of their own in saving their kingdoms.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say (43 ):
Kids say (97 ):

Brimming with mysticism, action, and suspense, this engrossing series grabs your attention and doesn't let go. The similarities to Avatar: The Last Airbender -- masterful storytelling, multidimensional characters, mature drama -- aren't surprising, given creator Aaron Ehasz's involvement in the project. The result is a beautifully rendered animated series with numerous fascinating characters that get more and more interesting with each new revelation.

At the heart of The Dragon Prince is a rebellious (in a good way) trio of tweens/teens who, in the midst of the chaos of battles for power, discover the truth and decide its protection is worth risking their lives. This puts them at odds with most of their superiors and contradicts everything they've been told about each other, but they set aside their differences and fight the good fight. Those who watch will find this addictive story rich in themes like heeding the call of duty, following your instinct, seeing past differences, and being courageous.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about the presence of role models in The Dragon Prince. Who among the adults would you say is a role model? What positive character strengths, like courage, do you recognize in that person? Does your opinion change as the story unfolds and we learn more about him or her? What influence does greed for power have on the characters?

  • Is it OK to do something wrong if your intentions are right? Which characters face this kind of dilemma? Whose actions do you most admire when confronted with a difficult choice?

  • How much do first impressions affect our relationships with people? What accounts for Callum's and Rayla's ability to disregard what they're expected to think of each other? How does their ability to do so help their respective kingdoms?

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