Skylanders Academy
Animated series following magical creature heroes
About Skylanders Academy
Released: 2016
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-Y7
Run time: 3 Seasons
Cast
Justin Long, Jason Ritter, Ashley Tisdale, Jonathan Banks, Chris Diamantopoulos, Bobcat Goldthwait, Norm Macdonald, Daniel Middleton, Parker Posey, Patrick Warburton, Catherine O'Hara, Jonny Rees, Susan Sarandon, Harland Williams, Daniel Wu, Dee Bradley Baker, Chris Cox, Jim Cummings, Felicia Day, John DiMaggio, Grey Griffin, Rhys Darby, Richard Steven Horvitz, Wallace Shawn, Fred Willard
About Skylanders Academy
Skylanders Academy is an animated television show that premiered in 2016. It is based on the popular video game series, Skylanders, developed by Toys for Bob and published by Activision. The show follows a group of young Skylanders-in-training as they learn to defend Skylands from various threats.
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About
The show centers around Spyro, Stealth Elf, Eruptor, and other beloved Skylanders characters who are trained under the guidance of Master Eon at Skylanders Academy. Together, they embark on adventures to protect Skylands from the villains who seek to rule over it. The series combines action, humor, and lessons on teamwork and bravery, making it an entertaining watch for both children and adults.
Making / Production
Skylanders Academy was created by Eric Rogers and produced by TeamTO and Activision Blizzard Studios. The animation was done using a combination of computer-generated imagery (CGI) and follows a colorful, vibrant style consistent with the video game's aesthetic.
Actors
- Justin Long as Spyro - Long brought wit and charm to the role of the enthusiastic and courageous young dragon.
- Ashley Tisdale as Stealth Elf - Tisdale's voice gave life to the agile and determined elven warrior.
- Jonathan Banks as Eruptor - Banks provided a gruff yet endearing performance as the lava-spouting Skylander.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Skylanders Academy features various cameos and references to elements from the video games, delighting fans with Easter eggs.
- The show explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and overcoming adversity in a light-hearted and engaging manner.
Quotes
- Spyro: "Let's light up the sky!"
- Master Eon: "Bravery isn't about being fearless. It's about doing what needs to be done even when you're afraid."
Music, Soundtrack
- The show's soundtrack features energetic and adventurous musical scores that complement the action-packed sequences.
- Composer Lorne Balfe created a dynamic score that captures the spirit of adventure and heroism in Skylanders Academy.
About Skylanders Academy
Skylanders Academy is an animated series featuring magical creatures safeguarding their universe from evil forces.
