The Mighty Nein is the upcoming animated fantasy series from Critical Role, premiering on Amazon Prime Video on November 19, 2025. Based on the second campaign of the popular Dungeons & Dragons livestream, the show promises a mix of high stakes, deep character drama, and a powerful magical threat.
Plot Summary
The story follows a group of misfits and outcasts known as The Mighty Nein. They are bound by secrets, trauma, and unmet promises. When a powerful magical artifact called “The Beacon” falls into dangerous hands, the Nein must learn to work together to stop it or risk the unraveling of reality itself.
Set on the continent of Wildemount in the world of Exandria, the series explores a war between two dominate powers: the Dwendalian Empire and the Kryn Dynasty. As they navigate this conflict, the Nein each confront their own personal demons, while the Beacon’s magic threatens to tip the balance of power.
Main Characters & Voice Cast
The animated adaptation brings back much of the Critical Role cast from Campaign 2, along with guest voices. Here are some of the key players:
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Nott the Brave – voiced by Sam Riegel
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Caleb Widogast – Liam O’Brien
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Jester Lavorre – Laura Bailey
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Fjord Stone – Travis Willingham
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Beauregard “Beau” Lionett – Marisha Ray
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Mollymauk Tealeaf – Taliesin Jaffe
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Yasha Nydoorin – Ashley Johnson
There are also guest stars including Mark Strong, Alan Cumming, Ming-Na Wen, Tim McGraw, Rahul Kohli, Robbie Daymond, and Jonathan Frakes.
Tone & Themes
Unlike some fantasy stories that lean purely into action, The Mighty Nein leans heavily into character-driven drama. Showrunner Tasha Huo has emphasized the emotional weight of the characters’ backstories there’s real trauma, real secrets, and real stakes. The Beacon’s threat heightens the tension, but the heart of the story is about people learning to trust and heal.
The animation style is more mature and darker than Vox Machina. There is political intrigue, magical peril, and existential risk, which makes this more than just a typical fantasy quest.
Final Thoughts
The Mighty Nein is poised to be one of the biggest animated fantasy premieres of late 2025. Its a character-first journey full of flawed heroes, deep bonds, and a mystical threat that could reshape everything. Whether you’re a longtime Critter (Critical Role fan) or someone who’s never watched the original campaign, this series is built to welcome you into a rich, magical world.
