Elena of Avalor
Elena of Avalor is an American computer-animated adventure television series that premiered on Disney Channel on July 22, 2016, and moved to Disney Junior on July 14, 2018. The series features Aimee Carrero as the voice of Elena, a Latina princess.
| Elena of Avalor | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Adventure Fantasy Comedy |
| Created by | Craig Gerber |
| Based on | Sofia the First by Craig Gerber |
| Voices of |
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| Theme music composer | John Kavanaugh Craig Gerber |
| Opening theme | "Elena of Avalor" by Gaby Moreno |
| Ending theme | "Elena of Avalor" (instrumental) |
| Composer | Tony Morales |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 3 |
| No. of episodes | 77 (list of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Executive producers | Jamie Mitchell Craig Gerber |
| Producers | Pilar Flynn Genna Du Plessis |
| Running time | 24 min |
| Production company | Disney Television Animation[a] |
| Release | |
| Original network | |
| Picture format | HDTV 720p |
| Audio format | 5.1 surround sound |
| Original release | July 22, 2016 – August 23, 2020[1] |
In July 2020, Disney announced that Elena of Avalor would end after three seasons. The series finale, "Coronation Day" aired on August 23, 2020.[1]
Plot
Princess Elena Castillo Flores, now grown up,[2] has saved her magical kingdom of Avalor from an evil sorceress and must now learn to rule as its crowned princess. Elena's adventures will lead her to understand that her new role requires thoughtfulness, resilience, and compassion, the traits of all truly great leaders. Since she is only 16 years old, she must follow the guidance of a Grand Council, composed of her grandparents, older cousin Chancellor Esteban, and a new friend, Naomi Turner. Elena also looks to her younger sister, Isabel, her friends, wizard Mateo, and Royal Guard lieutenant, Gabe, a spirit animal named Zuzo, and a trio of magical flying creatures called Jaquins for guidance and support.
Episodes
Characters
Production
The series' creator and executive producer Craig Gerber said: "It was very important to us that, since we were doing a show with a kingdom inspired by Latin American culture, that we get that right. Even though it's a fairytale world, there are things that feel very authentic." Story editor Silvia Olivas stated: "We have cultural consultants help us every step of the way. They read everything from the premise all the way through the final draft." On the show's music, Latin music consultant Rene Camacho said: "The styles of music we're using overall — it's all Latin-based, it's very festive." Consultant Diane Rodriguez stated that the series "has this visual element that's so evocative, it takes the look of the Latino culture, of the Americas, almost to another level."[6] In June 2016, the music video for "My Time" was released.[7] The series was renewed for a second season on August 11, 2016.[8] The series was renewed for a third season on February 13, 2017.[9] The second season premiered on October 14, 2017.
On September 17, 2019, it was announced that the third season would premiere on October 7, 2019.[10]
Broadcast
The debut episode "First Day of Rule" was distributed on-demand on June 20, 2016 by Rogers TV in Canada.[citation needed] Disney scheduled the online release in the United States for July 1, 2016.[11] An episode of the series aired as a sneak peek on Disney Channel in the UK and Ireland on July 15, 2016, and more episodes aired later in the year.[12][13] A television movie titled Elena and the Secret of Avalor, which shows the origins of the series, premiered on November 20, 2016.[14][15][16] The series' final episode, a one-hour special, "Elena of Avalor: Coronation Day" aired on August 23, 2020.[1]
Home media
Home media is distributed by Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment.
| Season | Episodes | Years active | Release dates | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Region 1 | ||||
| 1 | 25 | 2016–17 | Volume 1: Ready to Rule (episodes 1-4): December 6, 2016[17] Volume 2: Elena and the Secret of Avalor (episodes 5-8 + "Elena and the Secret of Avalor" (TV film): February 7, 2017[18] Volume 3: Celebrations to Remember (episodes 9, 11, 14, 16-18): September 12, 2017 Volume 4: Realm of the Jaquins ("Realm of the Jaquins"): August 7, 2018 | |
| 2 | 24 | 2017–19 | Volume 4: Realm of the Jaquins ("Three Jaquins and a Princess" and "Shapeshifters"): August 7, 2018 | |
| Adventures in Vallestrella | 5 | 2017 | Volume 4: Realm of the Jaquins (All shorts): August 7, 2018 | |
| Scepter Training with Zuzo | 5 | 2018 | ||
| Special features | ||||
| Volume 1: Ready to Rule (Region 1): 'Projection scepter' Volume 2: Elena and the Secret of Avalor (Region 1): 'Jaquin mobile', and 'Music video: "My Time"' Volume 3: Celebrations to Remember (Region 1): 'Elena locket' | ||||
Reception
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The series received a positive reception. Emily Ashby of Common Sense Media described the series protagonist, Elena, as a "spunky Latina-inspired princess" and said she is an "excellent role model." She said that while a few scenes might be "scary for youngsters" there are strong themes of "friendship, family relationships...honesty, fairness, and kindness" and called the series funny and heartwarming. She additionally argued that the show's incorporation of Latin influences was a "welcome change in kids' programming."[19]
Ratings
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired | Avg. viewers (millions) | 18–49 rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Viewers (millions) | Date | Viewers (millions) | ||||
| 1 | 25 | July 22, 2016 | 2.22[20] | October 1, 2017 | 1.08[21] | 1.40 | TBD |
| 2 | 24 | October 14, 2017 | 1.18[22] | June 1, 2019 | 0.51[23] | 0.82 | TBD |
| 3 | 22 | October 7, 2019 | 0.33[24] | August 23, 2020 | 0.34[25] | TBD | TBD |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 44th Annie Awards | Best Animated TV/Broadcast for Children's Audience | Episode: "A Day to Remember" | Nominated | [26] |
| Writers Guild of America Awards | Animation | Craig Gerber (episode: "First Day of Rule") | [27] | ||
| National Hispanic Media Coalition Impact Awards | Outstanding Animated Series | Craig Gerber and Silvia Olivas | Won | [28] | |
| 2018 | NAACP Image Awards | Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance (Television or Film) | Yvette Nicole Brown | Nominated | [29] |
| 45th Daytime Creative Arts Emmy Awards | Outstanding Casting for an Animated Series or Special | Jennifer Trujillo and Brian Mathias | Won | [30][31] | |
| 2019 | 46th Daytime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Preschool Children's Animated Series | Craig Gerber, Pilar Flynn, Elliot M. Bour and Silvia Cardenas Olivas | Nominated | [32][33] |
| Outstanding Performer in a Preschool Animated Program | Steve Buscemi, as Saloso: The Tides of Change | ||||
| Outstanding Casting for an Animated Series or Special | Jennifer Trujillo and David H. Wright III | Won | |||
| Outstanding Sound Editing for a Preschool Animation Program | Robert Poole II, Robbi Smith, David Bonilla, J. Lampinen, Chris Coyne and Rich Danhakl | Nominated | |||
| Outstanding Music Direction And Composition | Tony Morales | ||||
| Outstanding Original Song in a Children's or Animated Program | "Fallin' Like a Rock": A Lava Story | ||||
| 2020 | 47th Annie Awards | Best TV/Media- Preschool | "Changing of The Guard" | [34] | |
| NAMIC Vision Awards | Animation | Elena of Avalor | Won | ||
| 2020 | 47th Daytime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Special Class Animated Program | Craig Gerber, Silvia Olivas, Elliot Bour, Pilar Flynn for Elena of Avalor: The Magic Within | Nominated | [35] |
| Outstanding Directing for a Preschool Animated Program | Elliot Bour, Craig Gerber, Nathan Chew, Robb Pratt and Sam Riegel | ||||
| Outstanding Casting for an Animated Series or Special | David Wright, Jennifer Trujillo and Tatiana Bull | ||||
| Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Preschool Animation Program | Melissa Ellis and Fil Brown | Won | |||
| Outstanding Sound Editing for a Preschool Animation Program | Robert Poole II, Robbi Smith, David Bonilla and J. Lampinen | ||||
| Outstanding Music Direction And Composition | Tony Morales | Nominated | |||
| Outstanding Original Song in a Children's, Young Adult or Animated Program | John Kavanaugh, Craig Gerber and Jeffrey M. Howard for Movin' on Up: "Never Leave" | ||||
| Outstanding Writing for a Preschool Animated Program | Craig Gerber, Silvia Cardenas Olivas, Kate Kondell, Tom Rogers, Rachel Ruderman and Cameron Baity | Won | |||
| 2021 | 48th Daytime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Performer in a Preschool Animated Program | Mark Hamill as Vuli: Coronation Day | [36] | |
| Patrick Warburton as Grand Macaw: Coronation Day | Nominated | ||||
| Outstanding Casting for a Animated Program | David Wright, Jennifer Trujillo and Tatiana Bull | Won | |||
| Outstanding Music Direction and Composition for a Preschool, Children’s or Animated Program | Tony Morales | Nominated | |||
| Outstanding Original Song in a Children's, Young Adult or Animated Program | "Something in the Air": Sweetheart's Day | ||||
| Outstanding Writing for a Preschool Animated Program | Craig Gerber, Silvia Cardenas Olivas, Kate Kondell, Tom Rogers, Rachel Ruderman and Cameron Baity |
Notes
- ^ Animation outsourced to ICON Creative Studio Inc (production and animation in Season 1-3), TeamTO (production and animation only in Season 1), DQ Entertainment (animation only in Season 3) and Technicolor Animation Productions (production and animation in Season 2-3)
References
- ^ a b c d "Elena of Avalor Episode Listings". The Futon Critic.
- ^ Priscilla Rodriguez (July 18, 2016). "Elena of Avalor First Latina Disney Princess Facts". Latina. Retrieved April 26, 2017.
- ^ "Elena of Avalor Episode Listings". The Futon Critic. Retrieved May 29, 2019.
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- ^ Craig Gerber [@CraigGerber_] (7 February 2020). "@EpixAndroidv2 @_ograndebatata @PrincessOfBlogs @bookgirl8807 @LoveLikeElena @WWERomanReigns @DisneyChannel After t…" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ^ "Breaking News - Princess Elena's Heroic Journey to Become Queen Continues in the Third Season of "Elena of Avalor," Premiering Monday, Oct. 7". TheFutonCritic.com. 2019-09-17. Retrieved 2022-05-06.
- ^ Maeve McDermott (July 12, 2016). "How Disney Brought Elena of Avalor's Latin Heritage to Life". USA Today. Retrieved July 14, 2016.
- ^ "Hear the Theme for 'Elena of Avalor,' Which Features Disney's First Latina Princess: Exclusive". Billboard. Retrieved 2018-10-31.
- ^ Erik Pederson (August 11, 2016). "Disney's Elena of Avalor Gets Season 2 Renewal". Deadline. Retrieved April 26, 2017.
- ^ Denise Petski (February 13, 2017). "Elena of Avalor Renewed for Season 3 by Disney Channel". Deadline. Retrieved April 26, 2017.
- ^ "Princess Elena's Heroic Journey to Become Queen Continues in the Third Season of "Elena of Avalor," Premiering Monday, Oct. 7". The Futon Critic. September 17, 2019.
- ^ Mercedes Milligan (June 10, 2016). "Elena of Avalor Takes Disney Channel Throne July 22". Animation Magazine. Retrieved April 26, 2017.
- ^ Disney Channel UK (July 12, 2016). Elena of Avalor Sneak Peak!. YouTube. Retrieved July 20, 2016.
- ^ Disney Channel UK [@DisneyChannelUK] (July 22, 2016). "@Danielle_TW_Dee Hi Danielle, the episode you've seen is a little sneak peek of the full series coming later this year. 😊 Hope you liked it!" (Tweet). Retrieved August 16, 2016 – via Twitter.
- ^ Greg Evans (June 9, 2016). "Disney Channel Sets Premiere Date For Sofia Spinoff Elena Of Avalor". Deadline. Retrieved June 30, 2016.
- ^ "First Day of Rule". Elena of Avalor. Season 1. Episode 1. 0:00 minutes in.
Elena: Shuriki tried to strike me down, but the amulet saved my life, by pulling me inside it. Alacazar found the amulet and summoned his spirit animal Zuzo, who sent him on a journey to free me. It took a little longer than I'd hoped. Forty-one years. But one magical day, I was freed from the amulet.
- ^ Elena of Avalor. Season 1. Episode 1. 5:00 minutes in.
Isabel: How can I sleep after being trapped in an enchanted painting for forty-one years? That's fourteen thousand nine hundred sixty-five days.
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- ^ "The Nation Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Announces The 45th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Award Nominations" (PDF). The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. March 21, 2018. Retrieved March 21, 2018.
- ^ "The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Announces Winners for the 45th Annual Daytime Entertainment Creative Arts Emmy® Awards" (PDF). The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. April 27, 2018. Retrieved April 27, 2018.
- ^ "The Nation Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Announces The 46th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Award Nominations" (PDF). The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. March 20, 2019. Retrieved March 20, 2019.
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- ^ "47th Annual Annie Awards Legacy Past Nominees & Winners". annieawards.org. Retrieved August 7, 2021.
- ^ "Daytime Emmy Nominees: 'Elena of Avalor,' 'Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure' Lead Toon Contenders". May 22, 2020. Retrieved May 22, 2020.
- ^ "TV Academy Announces Animation/Children's Emmy Nominations". 28 June 2021.
External links
- Official website
- Elena of Avalor at IMDb