Critical Role

Critical Role (2015- )

RunningGame Show showAdventure, Fantasy

Voice actor Matthew Mercer leads a group of fellow voice actors on epic Dungeons & Dragons campaigns. These familiar voices bring the audience into the full experience of D&D, allowing imaginations to soar as the characters embark on adventures. This is Critical Role!

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Scheduleevery Thursday

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E06Knives and Thornsnov. 13, 2025
S04E05Branching Pathsnov. 6, 2025
S04E04Stone-Facedoct. 23, 2025
S04E03The Snipping of Shearsoct. 16, 2025
S04E02Broken Wingoct. 9, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was the date of the Critical Role premiere?

The Critical Role premiered on March 12, 2015.

Who are the main cast members of Critical Role?

The main cast members of Critical Role are Matt Mercer, Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Liam O'Brien, Sam Riegel, Taliesin Jaffe, Marisha Ray, and Travis Willingham.

What type of show is Critical Role?

Critical Role is a web series featuring a group of voice actors playing Dungeons & Dragons.

Who created Critical Role?

Critical Role was created by Matthew Mercer.

How long are episodes of Critical Role?

Episodes of Critical Role range from about three to six hours long, depending on the session.

What is the format of Critical Role episodes?

Critical Role episodes are typically divided into multiple parts, each lasting a few hours, and are streamed live on Twitch.

Which platform is Critical Role streamed on?

Critical Role is streamed live on Twitch and later uploaded to YouTube for on-demand viewing.

What is the Critter community?

The Critter community is a group of passionate fans of Critical Role who engage with each other on various social media platforms to discuss the show, share fan art, and more.

How do fans refer to Critical Role's Dungeon Master Matt Mercer?

Fans refer to Matt Mercer as "The Mercer" or simply "Mercer."

Who played the character of Grog Strongjaw in Critical Role?

Travis Willingham played the character of Grog Strongjaw in Critical Role.

Which player character in Critical Role is a half-elf rogue and a member of the Shadowhand?

Vax'ildan, played by Liam O'Brien, is a half-elf rogue and a member of the Shadowhand in Critical Role.

What is the name of Ashley Johnson's character in Critical Role?

Ashley Johnson played the character of Pike Trickfoot in Critical Role.

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