Hilda - Characters & Cast

To explore the unknown and advocate for creatures that others fear. Later, to uncover the truth about her family.

Starting as a wild child resisting the city, Hilda evolves into a street-smart protector of Trolberg. Her journey forces her to temper her recklessness with responsibility. By Season 3, she confronts her own origins and learns that adventure isn't just about danger, but about understanding her family and her place in the world.

To provide a safe, stable home for Hilda while supporting her daughter's unique spirit.

Johanna transitions from an anxious mother trying to keep her daughter safe in a new city to a brave adventurer in her own right. Season 3 reveals her own history with the wilderness, showing that her protectiveness stems from past trauma, and she ultimately learns to trust Hilda's instincts while rediscovering her own spark.

To be a loyal friend and overcome his anxieties.

Initially defined by his phobias and bugs sticking to him, David has the most traditional growth arc. He doesn't lose his fear but learns to act in spite of it. By the end of the series, he is often the voice of reason and displays immense courage, proving that true bravery requires the presence of fear.

To achieve excellence and master the magical arts.

Frida starts as an overachieving Sparrow Scout who falls apart when she isn't perfect. Her arc involves learning to accept failure and pivoting her organizational skills into magic. She becomes a powerful witch, learning that intuition and messiness are sometimes as important as rules and badges.

To seek excitement and avoid being tied down.

Introduced in Season 3, Anders is the source of Hilda's adventurous spirit but lacks her responsibility. His arc serves as a foil to Johanna; he represents the pure, untethered freedom of adventure that Hilda idolizes, but the narrative reveals the selfishness inherent in that lifestyle, helping Hilda value her mother's stability.