The $250 million figure covers both production and promotion costs for the entire 18-episode run of “Arcane”. Here’s how the expenses break down:
Season 1 Production: The first nine episodes reportedly cost “north of $80 million” to produce.
Season 2 Production: The production cost for the second set of nine episodes is said to be “approaching” the $100 million mark.
Promotion: League of Legends developer Riot Games reportedly spent an additional $60 million promoting the first season alone.
Both Seasons of "Arcane" Cost $250 Million, Making It the Most Expensive Animated Series Ever
Arcane has set a new record in the world of animated television. According to recent reports, the total cost of producing and promoting 2 seasons of the show has reached $250 million
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