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Is Arcane (2021) worth watching?
Last updated October 26, 2026
Arcane (2021) has a TMDB audience score of 8.7/10 from 6,265 votes, which reads as strongly positive. It is a animation and action & adventure show rated TV-14, 2 seasons, 18 episodes. In the US it is on Netflix with a subscription as of October 26, 2026.

Amid the stark discord of twin cities Piltover and Zaun, two sisters fight on rival sides of a war between magic technologies and clashing convictions.
Tagline: The hunt is on.
Synopsis from TMDB.
| TMDB audience score | 8.7/10 (6,265 votes) |
|---|---|
| Genres | Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy |
| Rated | TV-14 |
| Length | 2 seasons, 18 episodes |
| Release | 2021-11-06 |
| Status | Ended |
| Latest air date | 2024-11-23 |
| Themes TMDB tags | magic, war of independence, steampunk, class differences, battle, based on video game |
| People | Created by Christian Linke and Alex Yee. Starring Hailee Steinfeld, Ella Purnell |
| Streaming (US, subscription) | Netflix |
| Free with ads | No |
| Rent | No |
| Buy | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home |
Watch it if
- You want something audiences agree on: 6,265 voters landed at 8.7/10
- You like to settle into a series: 2 seasons, 18 episodes
- You want it included in a subscription you may already have (Netflix)
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- See (2019), TMDB 8.1/10
Questions
Is Arcane worth watching?
TMDB viewers rate it 8.7/10 across 6,265 votes, a strongly positive reception. That is an audience average, not a critic review, so read the synopsis and the cast to decide if it is your kind of show.
Where can I watch Arcane?
In the US on October 26, 2026: on Netflix with a subscription. Catalogs change often, so check the service first.
How long is Arcane?
2 seasons, 18 episodes.
What is Arcane rated?
It carries a TV-14 rating in the US.
Who is in Arcane?
Hailee Steinfeld, Ella Purnell.
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Sources: TMDB for titles, ratings, runtimes and synopses. JustWatch (via TMDB) supplies streaming availability. Streaming lists change often. Check the service before you plan your night.