Levi Ackerman, humanity’s strongest soldier in Attack on Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin), is voiced by Hiroshi Kamiya in the Japanese version and Matthew Mercer in the English dub. Kamiya’s performance is widely celebrated for its calm authority, sharp delivery, and subtle emotional depth.
Hiroshi Kamiya (Japanese Voice Actor)
Date of Birth
January 28, 1975
About Hiroshi
Hiroshi Kamiya is one of Japan’s most acclaimed voice actors, affiliated with Aoni Production. Known for his smooth, composed vocal tone and exceptional control, he frequently portrays cool, intelligent, and sometimes aloof characters.
His portrayal of Levi Ackerman is considered one of his most iconic roles. Kamiya captures Levi’s stoic personality, dry wit, and commanding presence with precision, while also conveying the character’s underlying humanity and emotional scars. His restrained performance allows Levi’s rare emotional moments to land with significant impact.
Kamiya is also a successful narrator and radio personality, and has received multiple awards for his contributions to voice acting.
Hometown
Chiba Prefecture, Japan
Career Highlights
Hiroshi Kamiya has voiced numerous legendary characters:
- Levi Ackerman – Attack on Titan
- Koyomi Araragi – Monogatari Series
- Trafalgar Law – One Piece
- Yato – Noragami
- Saiki Kusuo – The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.
- Izaya Orihara – Durarara!!
- Leone Abbacchio – JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind
These roles showcase his ability to balance charisma, intelligence, and emotional restraint.
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented voice acting credits from publicly available sources and may not be exhaustive.
Television Anime
- 2010 – Durarara!! (Izaya Orihara)
- 2012–2019 – Monogatari Series (Koyomi Araragi)
- 2013–2023 – Attack on Titan (Levi Ackerman)
- 2014–present – Noragami (Yato)
- 2016 – The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. (Saiki Kusuo)
- 2014–present – One Piece (Trafalgar Law)
- 2018 – JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind (Leone Abbacchio)
Anime Films
- 2015–2023 – Attack on Titan films and specials (Levi Ackerman)
- 2017 – Kizumonogatari film trilogy (Koyomi Araragi)
Video Games
- Attack on Titan game series (Levi Ackerman)
- Persona series (various roles)
- Granblue Fantasy (various roles)
Critical Reception
Hiroshi Kamiya is widely regarded as one of the most talented voice actors in the industry. His performance as Levi Ackerman has received consistent acclaim for its precision and emotional restraint.
- Anime News Network frequently highlights Kamiya’s portrayal of Levi as a standout element of Attack on Titan, particularly for his subtle yet powerful delivery (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/)
- Fan and critic discussions on platforms like MyAnimeList often describe his Levi as “perfectly cast,” praising the balance between cold authority and hidden compassion (https://myanimelist.net/)
Kamiya has won multiple Seiyuu Awards, further cementing his status as a top-tier voice actor.
Social Media
X: @kamiya_hiroshi (https://x.com/kamiya_hiroshi)
Matthew Mercer (English Voice Actor)
Date of Birth
June 29, 1982
About Matthew
Matthew Mercer is an American voice actor, director, and producer widely recognized for his deep, commanding voice and strong character work across anime, video games, and Western animation. He is also well known as the Dungeon Master of the popular web series Critical Role.
As Levi Ackerman in Attack on Titan, Mercer delivers a performance that emphasizes Levi’s authority, precision, and understated intensity. His calm, controlled tone aligns closely with the character’s stoic demeanor, while his subtle shifts in delivery effectively convey Levi’s underlying emotions and battle-hardened experience. Mercer’s portrayal has been praised for maintaining consistency with the original Japanese performance while giving Levi a distinct presence in the English dub.
Hometown
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, USA
Career Highlights
Matthew Mercer has voiced a wide range of iconic characters:
- Levi Ackerman – Attack on Titan
- Levi (various media adaptations) – Attack on Titan franchise
- Jotaro Kujo – JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders
- Trafalgar Law (English dub) – One Piece
- McCree / Cassidy – Overwatch
- Leon S. Kennedy – Resident Evil (recent titles)
- Chrom – Fire Emblem Awakening
- Yusuke Kitagawa – Persona 5
His work spans anime, AAA video games, and original animation, showcasing his versatility and wide appeal.
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented voice acting credits from publicly available sources and may not be exhaustive.
Anime (English Dub)
- 2013–2023 – Attack on Titan (Levi Ackerman)
- 2014–2015 – JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders (Jotaro Kujo)
- 2016–present – One Piece (Trafalgar Law – Funimation/Crunchyroll dub continuation)
- 2018 – Baki (Kaoru Hanayama)
- 2021 – Record of Ragnarok (various roles)
Video Games
- 2012 – Fire Emblem Awakening (Chrom)
- 2016–present – Overwatch (Cole Cassidy / McCree)
- 2019 – Resident Evil 2 Remake (Leon S. Kennedy)
- 2020 – Persona 5 Royal (Yusuke Kitagawa)
- Final Fantasy VII Remake (additional voices)
Animation & Web Series
- 2015–present – Critical Role (Dungeon Master / various characters)
- 2022–present – The Legend of Vox Machina (various characters)
Critical Reception
Matthew Mercer is widely regarded as one of the most influential voice actors in modern entertainment. His portrayal of Levi Ackerman has been praised for its composure, authority, and faithfulness to the character’s tone.
- Anime News Network reviews often commend the English dub of Attack on Titan, highlighting Mercer’s Levi as a standout performance (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/)
- Industry coverage and fan discussions frequently cite his work across anime and games as defining examples of modern voice acting excellence (https://www.ign.com/, https://myanimelist.net/)
Beyond anime, Mercer’s contributions to Critical Role have significantly influenced the popularity of tabletop role-playing content worldwide.
Social Media
X: @matthewmercer (https://x.com/matthewmercer)
Instagram: @matthewmercer (https://www.instagram.com/matthewmercer/)
