Critical Role
"Is it Thursday yet?"
About
Critical Role is a weekly actual play series that uses tabletop role-playing game mechanics as a means to explore and develop stories from the vast fantasy worlds of Exandria, Aramán, and beyond, with sweeping narratives intricately woven through collaboration between Game Masters and players.
Cast
Trailer
Details
- TMDB Status
- Returning Series
- Producers
- Maxwell James, Steve Failows, Kyle Shire
- Composer
- Neal Acree
- Countries
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Series Type
- Scripted
- In Production
- Yes
Episodes
Next episode: S4E39 Episode 39 (2026-10-15)
Latest episode: S4E38 A Heavy Crown (2026-10-08)
- Campaign 1: Vox Machina: 115 episodes (2015-03-12)
- Campaign 2: The Mighty Nein: 141 episodes (2018-01-11)
- Campaign 3: Bells Hells: 121 episodes (2021-10-21)
- Campaign 4: 41 episodes (2025-10-02)
About This Release
The highly anticipated Critical Role is set to continue its run on Thursday, October 15, 2026. As a scripted series that serves as a cornerstone of the actual play genre, it has captivated audiences by blending tabletop rpg mechanics with deep, immersive storytelling. Fans can tune in to watch the latest installment on platforms including YouTube, Twitch, and Alpha.
This expansive Sci-Fi & Fantasy series, which also incorporates elements of Action & Adventure, Comedy, and Drama, is built upon the creative vision of Matthew Mercer and Ashley Johnson. The production background of the show highlights its status as a major United States of America export, produced by Critical Role Productions with a team including Maxwell James, Steve Failows, and Kyle Shire. Featuring a score by Neal Acree, the show maintains a high production standard for its English language broadcasts.
The narrative of Critical Role invites viewers into the vast fantasy worlds of Exandria and Aramán. The main cast features an ensemble of talented performers, including Brennan Lee Mulligan as the Game Master, alongside Laura Bailey, Luis Carazo, Robbie Daymond, Aabria Iyengar, Taliesin Jaffe, Ashley Johnson, Matthew Mercer, Whitney Moore, Liam O'Brien, Marisha Ray, and Sam Riegel. These actors collaborate to weave complex, sweeping narratives that define the series' unique identity.
With a total of 418 episodes spanning 4 seasons, the show has established a significant legacy. The series history includes Campaign 1: Vox Machina, Campaign 2: The Mighty Nein, Campaign 3: Bells Hells, and the current Campaign 4. Currently holding a user rating of 8.2/10 on TMDB, the show remains a returning series that continues to grow in influence, currently boasting a popularity score of 71.7008.
As a live stream pioneer, the show continues to evolve with its latest chapter. Viewers can expect to see the story unfold in season 4 episode 39, titled Episode 39, which follows the events of season 4 episode 38, A Heavy Crown. Whether you are a long-time fan of dungeons and dragons or a newcomer to the world of Critical Role, the upcoming broadcast promises to deliver the collaborative storytelling and character development that have made this series a cultural phenomenon.
Gallery
Videos
- Exandria: An Intimate Appendix | Ruidus and the Gods (Featurette)
- Exandria: An Intimate History | Narrated by Matthew Mercer (Featurette)
- Critical Role: Full Panel | ECCC 2019 | SYFY WIRE (Featurette)
- Check Out CRITICAL ROLE's New Intro! (Opening Credits)
- The Story of Vox Machina (Featurette)