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Season 1 – The Legend of Korra

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This follow-up series to "Avatar: The Last Airbender" is set 70 years after the events of "Avatar" and follows Korra, the next Avatar after Aang, who is from the Southern Water Tribe. With earth, water and fire under her belt, Korra must master the art of airbending. Korra's quest leads her to Republic City, a virtual melting pot where benders and nonbenders live together. But she soon discovers that the land is plagued by crime and a growing antibending revolution that threatens to tear the city apart. While dealing with the dangers, Korra begins her airbending training under the tutelage of Aang's son, Tenzin.
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The Legend of Korra expands the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender with narrative substance and crisp animation -- and progresses the drama and action with a female lead.

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Hannah Strom Bitch Media Instead of spending time on character development, Legend of Korra mires its characters in absurd, round-and-round fights over who gets to date one another. Jan 20, 2021 Full Review Brian Lowry Variety The Legend of Korra, another slick-looking, anime-informed concept,... this [series] represents a bit more ambitious storytelling for older kids, and perhaps a few adults with the geek gene. Sep 21, 2018 Full Review David Hinckley New York Daily News Maybe having a 17-year-old girl run the world isn't as weird an idea as it sounds. In The Legend of Korra, it's sure entertaining watching her learn how. Sep 21, 2018 Full Review Kaci Ferrell Den of Geek I've honestly loved that Korra was willing to go to continually sadder and harder to deal with places all season long.... sometimes, things suck and that's the way life is. Sep 22, 2018 Full Review Emily Ashby Common Sense Media Continuing in the tradition of epic fiction established in Avatar: The Last Airbender, this series boasts a surprising level of substance for an action cartoon. Sep 21, 2018 Full Review Rebecca Pahle The Mary Sue I'm pretty sure Naga is the most impressive character in this show so far. Sep 20, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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Calvin O Yes, The Legend of Korra is not as great as ATLA because this show is something different than ATLA. The Story , Characters, Action sequences, political elements were very good and enjoyable. Some Plot twists were Predictable , some were unexpected. But still can't be compared with ATLA(Avatar The Last Airbender). Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/17/25 Full Review Audience Member A worthy sequel to the avatar franchise. I absolutely loved the animation the characters are super easy to get invested in, the voice actors are amazing! Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/21/25 Full Review Ryan W This review is based on my son's impression, but in my words: Boring. Overly concerned with character relationships and politics. Not fun-oriented like the original Avatar. Could not make it past 6 episodes. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 12/08/24 Full Review Ted C does not have a soul like avatar does, but worth watching Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/12/24 Full Review TNT D While certainly not even close to the storytelling of Avatar: The Last Airbender, 'The Legend Of Korra's first season is host to some of the best characters there is. Korra is not as appealing as an Avatar as Aang was, but all-in-all, this season is an excellent addition to the franchise and aced having a darker tone to match its (now-older) audience. 7/10 -TNTDude Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/15/24 Full Review Michael M Vastly inferior to its predecessor in every aspect. While I’m sure there’s plenty of people who would disagree with me, I found the main character to be entitled, and annoying in comparison to her supporting cast. She’s the worst thing about the show. As for the writing. Just because it features a female protagonist, doesn’t mean that we needed to have CW level drama, in the form on a love triangle. I’m not sure what the show runners were inferring here. Was it that they think their female audience needs to have dumbed down reality laden tv tropes in order to keep them entertained? For all intents and purposes it’s a kids cartoon, so why was that even necessary? As for the whole benders vs non benders story, they failed to even wrap it up appropriately. Just mid poor to mid level writing throughout the entire first season. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 08/04/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Janet Varney

Korra

J.K. Simmons

Tenzin

David Faustino

Mako

P.J. Byrne

Bolin

Mindy Sterling

Lin Beifong

Steve Blum

Amon

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 14, 2012 Welcome to Republic City Trouble in Republic City prevents Korra from beginning her airbending training. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 14, 2012 A Leaf in the Wind Korra searches for inspiration in the Pro Bending arena. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 21, 2012 The Revelation Korra attempts to learn more about the Equalist movement through infiltration. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 28, 2012 The Voice in the Night Korra is recruited to join Councilman Tarrlok's task force which tries to rid the city of Equalists. Details Episode 5 Aired May 5, 2012 The Spirit of Competition Korra and her teammates struggle to work together after romantic rivalries shake their foundation. Details Episode 6 Aired May 12, 2012 And the Winner Is... Korra and the Fire Ferrets prepare for the pro-bending championship as a threat looms over the arena. Details Episode 7 Aired May 19, 2012 The Aftermath Korra begins to suspect that an ally is working for the Equalists. Details Episode 8 Aired Jun 2, 2012 When Extremes Meet As Equalist activity continues, Korra faces off against Councilman Tarrlok. Details Episode 9 Aired Jun 9, 2012 Out of the Past Korra tries to understand her visions; Tenzin and Beifong search for Equalist hostages. Details Episode 10 Aired Jun 16, 2012 Turning the Tides The Equalists begin to attack Republic City. Details Episode 11 Aired Jun 23, 2012 Skeletons in the Closet Korra goes under cover as the war intensifies. Details Episode 12 Aired Jun 23, 2012 Endgame Korra faces the Equalists' mysterious leader as the war comes to a head. Details

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Season Info

Director
Joaquim Dos Santos, Ki Hyun Ryu
Screenwriter
Michael Dante DiMartino, Bryan Konietzko
Network
Nickelodeon
Rating
TV-Y7 (FV)
Genre
Kids & Family, Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Animation
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 14, 2012
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