The Legend of Korra (2012–2014)

Bias Rating

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Viewer Rating

Rating: 8.3

Overview

Taking place 70 years after the events of "Avatar: The Last Airbender," this story follows the adventures of the Avatar after Aang - a passionate, rebellious, and fearless teenage girl from the Southern Water Tribe named...

Starring Cast

Janet Varney • P.J. Byrne • David Faustino

Where to watch

Paramount+

Prime Video

Apple TV

Bias Dimensions

Political: Center

Diversity: High

LGBTQ: Positive

FemPower: Yes

Overview

Starring Cast

Janet Varney • P.J. Byrne • David Faustino

Where to watch

Paramount+

Prime Video

Apple TV

Detailed Bias Analysis

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Primary

Political: CenterConfidence: High

The series consistently critiques ideological extremes from both the established order and revolutionary movements, ultimately championing a nuanced pursuit of balance, reform, and responsible governance over any specific political ideology.

Diversity: HighConfidence: High

The series is built upon a foundation of diverse, non-European-inspired cultures, where diversity is inherent rather than a result of recasting. Its narrative actively explores and critiques various forms of social and political oppression, challenges traditional power structures, and prominently features themes of equality and a significant LGBTQ+ relationship.

Secondary

LGBTQ: PositiveConfidence: High

The Legend of Korra concludes with a groundbreaking and affirming portrayal of a same-sex relationship between its two lead female characters, Korra and Asami. Their romantic bond is depicted with dignity and respect, marking a significant positive step for LGBTQ+ representation in children's animation.

FemPower: YesConfidence: High

The show features multiple prominent female characters, including Korra, Asami Sato, and Lin Beifong, who consistently engage in and win close-quarters physical combat against male opponents. These victories are achieved through various martial arts, bending techniques, and hand-to-hand skills.

Gender Swap: NoConfidence: High

The Legend of Korra is a sequel that introduces new main characters and features returning characters from Avatar: The Last Airbender in their established genders. No character canonically established as one gender in prior material is portrayed as a different gender.

Race Swap: NoConfidence: High

The Legend of Korra is an original animated sequel series. Its new characters do not have prior canonical races to be swapped, and legacy characters from Avatar: The Last Airbender are depicted consistently with their original animated appearances. No race swaps occurred.