She-Ra and the Princesses of Power
She-Ra and the Princesses of Power

She-Ra and the Princesses of Power

2020TV ShowEnded5 SeasonsEnglish

Soldier Adora finds a magic sword -- and her identity as legendary hero She-Ra. She joins the Rebellion, but her best friend stays with the evil Horde.

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IMDb8.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Metacritic87/100
Google Users95%
Director: Noelle StevensonGenres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Family

Plot Summary

Adora is a young woman who discovers a magical sword that transforms her into the legendary warrior Princess She-Ra. She embarks on a journey to liberate the kingdom of Etheria from the tyrannical Horde, rallying a group of princesses to join her cause. Along the way, she must confront her best friend Catra, who has aligned herself with the Horde, and grapple with the true meaning of heroism and friendship.

Critical Reception

She-Ra and the Princesses of Power was widely acclaimed for its imaginative storytelling, vibrant animation, and complex character development. Critics praised its progressive themes, particularly its diverse and inclusive representation of LGBTQ+ characters and relationships, which resonated strongly with audiences. The show was lauded for its ability to balance heartfelt emotional arcs with exciting action and adventure, making it a standout in modern animated series.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its groundbreaking LGBTQ+ representation and character diversity.
  • Celebrated for its compelling narrative, emotional depth, and engaging action sequences.
  • Commended for its stunning animation and imaginative world-building.

Google audience: Audience reviews overwhelmingly highlight the show's excellent representation of LGBTQ+ characters and relationships, with many appreciating the show's positive messages and empowering themes. Viewers frequently praise the compelling character development, especially the complex relationship between Adora and Catra, and the show's engaging plot and beautiful animation.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for GLAAD Media Awards for Outstanding Children's and Family Programming, and multiple Annie Awards.

Fun Fact

The show's creator, Noelle Stevenson, was inspired by the original 1980s 'She-Ra: Princess of Power' series but aimed to create a more modern and nuanced interpretation with relatable characters.

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Sejian

Sejian

"[...] you can't have a child fight and go on the same kind of adventures that you can an adult. Even when it's animated you can't have a child do the same dangerous things an adult does." - The bigotry that passes for reviews on TMDB. It w...
GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

The old She-Ra looked like an adult, not a child. And the reason this is important is because she fought Hordak and the Evil Horde. And she did it to be a hero and save Eternia from Evil. This She-Ra looks like a child. And you can't hav...