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Troll Hunters

2016
Movie
55 min
English

High-profile beauty vlogger Em Ford was a victim of online abuse and fought back. Now she targets the alarming rise of online abuse in Britain by trying to track down the trolls responsible.

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IMDb8.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes100%
Metacritic82/100
Google Users94%
Director: Guillermo del Toro (Creator)Genres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy, Mystery

Plot Summary

In the hidden city of Trollmarket, Jim Lake Jr., a normal human teenager, stumbles upon a magical amulet and becomes the first human Trollhunter. Tasked with protecting the world from trolls and other magical creatures, Jim must balance his newfound responsibilities with his everyday life as a student and friend. He is aided by his two best friends, Toby and Claire, and a band of troll allies.

Critical Reception

Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia was widely acclaimed for its stunning animation, compelling storyline, character development, and voice acting. Critics praised Guillermo del Toro's vision and the series' ability to blend humor, action, and emotional depth, making it a hit with both children and adults.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visually stunning animation and intricate world-building.

  • Lauded for its strong character development and engaging, heartfelt narrative.

  • Applauded for successfully blending action, humor, and mature themes suitable for a broad audience.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly loved Trollhunters, frequently citing its imaginative story, excellent voice acting, and high-quality animation as major highlights. Many appreciate the series' ability to appeal to all ages, with a compelling plot that keeps viewers invested.

Awards & Accolades

Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Children's Animated Program (2018), Annie Award for Outstanding Achievement for Music in an Animated Television/Broadcast Production (2017).

Fun Fact

The character of Jim Lake Jr. was voiced by the late Anton Yelchin, who sadly passed away during the production of the first season. His performance was completed posthumously, and the series is dedicated to his memory.

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