Netflix’s Arcane Takes Home the Emmy—Third Time’s the Charm
It’s official: Arcane became the first ever streaming show to clinch the Emmy for Outstanding Animated Program. Netflix couldn’t have been more thrilled, and neither could the League of Legends fans who’ve been cheering for a long time.
Some Quick Trivia
- Before Arcane, Netflix almost got the nod with BoJack Horseman and Big Mouth, but both fell just short.
- The category was a battle of titans—think Bob’s Burgers, Rick and Morty, The Simpsons, and a special cameo from What If…? voiced by the late Chadwick Boseman.
The Moment of Glory
When Christian Linke, the co‑creator, stepped up to accept the award, he gave a quick speech that showed how much the win meant to everyone involved.
“Thank you for this. It’s a huge deal for us because we come from video games,” Linke said. “It’s amazing to see the world embracing our characters and stories. Thanks to Netflix for believing in us from day one, thanks to Riot Games for nurturing the IP, and to every fan who’s been with League of Legends for the past decade.”
What’s Next?
Netflix is already cooking up Season 2, slated to drop later this year. Meanwhile, Riot Games dropped a five‑part behind‑the‑scenes documentary on YouTube, giving fans a deep dive into how Arcane became the talk of 2021.
Set in the glittering streets of Piltover and the gritty underground of Zaun, the series follows sisters Vi and Jinx as they find themselves on opposite sides of a brewing war over technology, convictions, and a whole lot of street‑cred.
Along the way, other League heroes—Caitlyn, Jayce, Ekko, and Viktor—make splashy entrances, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats, wondering what happens next.
And that’s a wrap on this article, originally from Geek Culture. Netflix animation fans—your show has officially got the golden ticket!
