Endeavor, whose real name is Enji Todoroki, in My Hero Academia is voiced by Tetsu Inada in Japanese and Patrick Seitz in the English dub. As the former No. 2 Pro Hero who eventually inherited the title of No. 1 Hero after All Might’s retirement, Endeavor became one of the series’ most complex and controversial characters. Both actors received widespread praise for portraying his overwhelming intensity, emotional struggles, and gradual character development throughout the anime.
Japanese Voice Actor: Tetsu Inada
Date of Birth
July 1, 1972.
About Tetsu
Tetsu Inada is a veteran Japanese voice actor known for his deep, commanding voice and powerful performances across anime, games, and tokusatsu productions. His portrayal of Endeavor in My Hero Academia perfectly captured the character’s intimidating authority, explosive anger, emotional regret, and relentless ambition. Inada’s booming delivery became one of the defining aspects of Endeavor’s presence throughout the series.
Hometown
Hachiōji, Tokyo, Japan.
Career Highlights
Tetsu Inada has voiced numerous imposing warriors, villains, and mentor figures throughout his career. Beyond My Hero Academia, he is widely recognized for major roles in Bleach, Kill la Kill, Dragon Ball Kai, and SSSS.Gridman. His role as Endeavor became one of his most internationally recognized performances due to the global popularity of My Hero Academia.
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects publicly documented major credits from available sources and may not be exhaustive.
Television Anime
- My Hero Academia — Endeavor / Enji Todoroki
- Bleach — Sajin Komamura
- Kill la Kill — Ira Gamagoori
- Dragon Ball Kai — Nappa
- SSSS.Gridman — Alexis Kerib
- Fate/Apocrypha — William Shakespeare
- Jujutsu Kaisen — Jūzō Kumiya
- Tokusou Sentai Dekaranger — Doggie Kruger (voice)
Video Games
- My Hero One’s Justice series — Endeavor
- My Hero Ultra Rumble — Endeavor
- Granblue Fantasy — Character Voices
- Fire Emblem Heroes — Various Roles
- Super Robot Wars series — Various Roles
- Dragon Ball Games — Nappa
Critical Reception
Tetsu Inada’s portrayal of Endeavor received widespread acclaim for balancing raw intensity with emotional vulnerability. Fans especially praised his performances during the later Todoroki family storylines, where he conveyed guilt, determination, and personal growth without losing the character’s intimidating presence. Many viewers consider his work one of the strongest performances in My Hero Academia.
Our Sources
- Behind The Voice Actors – Endeavor (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/characters/My-Hero-Academia/Endeavor-Enji-Todoroki/)
- Tetsu Inada Profile (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tetsu_Inada)
- My Hero Academia Official Website (https://heroaca.com/)
- IMDb Full Cast & Crew (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5626028/fullcredits/)
Social Media
- Agency Profile: https://www.aoni.co.jp/search/inada-tetsu.html
English Voice Actor: Patrick Seitz
Date of Birth
March 17, 1978.
About Patrick
Patrick Seitz is an American voice actor, ADR director, and scriptwriter known for his powerful, commanding performances in anime, video games, and animation. His portrayal of Endeavor in the English dub of My Hero Academia received widespread acclaim for capturing the character’s intimidating authority, explosive temper, emotional conflict, and eventual growth as both a hero and father. Seitz’s deep, resonant voice made him a natural fit for the role of the Flame Hero. (behindthevoiceactors.com)
Hometown
Riverside, California, United States.
Career Highlights
Patrick Seitz has become one of the most recognizable voices in English anime dubbing through major roles in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Bleach, One Piece, Dragon Ball Super, and My Hero Academia. His role as Endeavor showcased his ability to balance overwhelming strength and authority with emotional vulnerability during the Todoroki family storyline.
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects publicly documented major credits from available sources and may not be exhaustive.
Television Anime
- My Hero Academia — Endeavor / Enji Todoroki
- Bleach — Isshin Kurosaki
- JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure — Dio Brando
- One Piece — Franky
- Dragon Ball Super — Jiren
- Attack on Titan — Keith Shadis
- Kill la Kill — Ira Gamagoori
- Fist of the North Star — Raoh
- Akame ga Kill! — Esdeath’s Commander
Video Games
- My Hero One’s Justice series — Endeavor
- My Hero Ultra Rumble — Endeavor
- BlazBlue series — Ragna the Bloodedge
- Street Fighter IV — Abel
- Fire Emblem Heroes — Various Roles
- World of Warcraft — Multiple Characters
- League of Legends — Voice Roles
- Dragon Ball Games — Jiren
Critical Reception
Patrick Seitz’s portrayal of Endeavor received widespread praise from English dub viewers for balancing intimidating power with emotional complexity. Fans especially highlighted his performances during Endeavor’s battles against High-End Nomu and his emotionally charged family scenes involving Shoto, Natsuo, and Rei Todoroki. Many viewers consider Seitz’s work one of the strongest performances in the My Hero Academia English dub.
Our Sources
- Behind The Voice Actors – Endeavor (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/characters/My-Hero-Academia/Endeavor-Enji-Todoroki/)
- Patrick Seitz Profile (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Patrick-Seitz/)
- IMDb Full Cast & Crew (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5626028/fullcredits/)
- My Hero Academia Official Website (https://heroaca.com/)
- Anime News Network Encyclopedia (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/people.php?id=14647)
Social Media
- X/Twitter: https://x.com/Seitz_Unseen
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrickseitz/
