3Below: Tales of Arcadia – Image: Netflix
Guillermo del Toro’s third and last a part of the Tales of Arcadia trilogy was presupposed to be on Netflix by the tip of 2019, however Wizards season one continues to be but to hit Netflix. Due to updates from Guillermo del Toro himself we’ve been capable of maintain a tough estimate however in July 2020, we discovered that the restricted sequence can be on Netflix in August 2020.
Let’s shortly recap what the Tales of Arcadia franchise is and the way it matches into Dreamworks’ output onto Netflix. Dreamworks’ TV division has been engaged on Netflix titles for a few years now with the earliest titles being launched again in 2013.
One of many Dreamworks tasks was the Tales of Arcadia franchise which is developed by the legendary producer, Guillermo del Toro. To this point, we’ve seen each of the primary two titles shipped and concluded.
Trollhunters launched throughout three seasons between December 2016 earlier than wrapping up in Might 2018. 3Below then started in December 2018 and concluded again in July 2019.
As identified by other outlets, and the unique announcement, the sequence was initially due out by fall 2019 however by no means materialized. Properly, that comes all the way down to manufacturing delays and the bold targets initially set all these years in the past.
When Tales of Arcadia was initially introduced, it got here with a roadmap for the trilogy. You possibly can see that embedded beneath.
When will Wizards: Tales of Arcadia be on Netflix?
Slipping from its late 2019 launch date, Guillermo del Toro confirmed in early 2020 that the sequence can be coming to Netflix in summer season 2020.
That was clarified to be launched in both June or July 2020 again in February.
Wizards will begin in June or July- keep tuned- https://t.co/Fwqtz47fE1
— Guillermo del Toro (@RealGDT) February 24, 2020
Nevertheless, in early Might 2020, del Toro confirmed that the sequence was virtually full however would want extra time within the oven earlier than its able to launch. During which case, we’re at the moment anticipating Wizards to reach on Netflix both in August or September 2020.
WIZARDS pushes again a month or so! 70% of the episodes are fully completed however 30% are shifting slowly via post-
— Guillermo del Toro (@RealGDT) May 9, 2020
In early July 2020, it was revealed courtesy of Variety that the restricted sequence can be obtainable on Netflix on August seventh, 2020. We additionally first the primary look screenshot of the upcoming season too.
Wizards Restricted Collection – Image: Dreamworks / Netflix
What to anticipate from Wizards: Tales of Arcadia
From a narrative viewpoint, Wizards would be the last chapter within the Tales of Arcadia trilogy. It’s set to be a restricted single sequence that can “tie up Arcadia origins and mythology”.
Right here’s the official synopsis from Netflix themselves:
The trolls, aliens and wizards dwelling in Arcadia face off in an apocalyptic battle for management of their magical world. Created by Guillermo del Toro.
As well as, we’ve been teased that most of the characters from Trollhunters and 3Below can be returning for Wizards together with each buddies and former foes.
Why solely a single season? Solely Guillermo del Toro can reply that however he has teased that it’s going to be action-packed.
WIZARDS (coming to Netflix this Summer season)is, sure, one season however we’ve packed it with a lot! And the work of our group makes us all super-proud. After which- then, there can be surprising (joyful) issues to return…
— Guillermo del Toro (@RealGDT) May 15, 2020
Whereas we’re ready for an actual launch date for Wizards, you’ll be able to examine how the sequence was initially meant to be a live-action series. Additionally, for those who love Guillermo del Toro take a learn of our preview of his upcoming Netflix movie, Pinnochio.