Prime Video's The Mighty Nein brings Critical Role's second D&D campaign to life in an animated series, featuring a band of misfit heroes in a darker, more complex adventure.
What Happened
The Mighty Nein premiered on Prime Video on November 19, 2025, with the first three episodes, followed by weekly releases for the eight-episode season. Produced by Metapigeon, Titmouse, and Amazon MGM Studios, the series adapts the 2018-2021 campaign, following antiheroes like Fjord (Travis Willingham), Jester (Laura Bailey), and Caleb (Liam O’Brien) as they navigate Wildemount to stop a magical relic from causing chaos.
The cast reprises roles, with guests like Tim McGraw and Alan Cumming. The trailer debuted at NYCC, showing cinematic animation and moral complexity. Rotten Tomatoes exclusive featured the title sequence. Episodes run 45 minutes, emphasizing found family and global struggles. Production built on Vox Machina's success, with showrunner Tasha Huo highlighting darker tones.
Details from interviews reveal intense recording sessions and expanded storylines. The series starts with "Session Zero," avoiding tavern tropes.
Why
Critical Role's growing fanbase and Vox Machina's success prompted the adaptation. Prime Video aims for fantasy hits. The campaign's depth suits animation. Timing celebrates Critical Role's 10th year.
Expert Opinion
Cast members like Mercer praise visual realizations. Huo notes challenges in condensing material. Animation Magazine calls it "darker and more cinematic."