Get ready for a hilarious and heartwarming twist on the isekai genre! “From Bureaucrat to Villainess: Dad’s Been Reincarnated!” is hitting screens with an English dub, and the cast announcement is here to amp up the excitement. This anime promises a unique blend of comedy, fantasy, and family dynamics, perfect for fans looking for something fresh.
What’s the Story?
The anime follows Kenzaburou Tondabayashi, a 52-year-old civil servant who suddenly finds himself reincarnated as Grace Auvergne, the villainess in his daughter’s favorite video game. Determined to play his part, Kenzaburou’s natural kindness and refined manners unexpectedly turn the unlikeable Grace into the most admired girl in school. Prepare for a comedic clash of office culture and high-society villainy!
The English Dub Cast
Here’s a breakdown of the talented voice actors bringing these characters to life:
- Kenzaburo: James Belcher
- Grace: Rachael Messer
- Anna Doll: Cat Thomas
- Auguste: Michael Wronski
- Grenat: Monica Rial
- Hinako: Karlii Hoch
- Jaune, Young Grace: Alyssa Marek
- Josette, Orion: Brittney Karbowski
- Principal: John Swasey
- Sirius: Carolyn Medrano
- Walz, Young Kenzaburo: Joe Daniels
Meet the Voices
James Belcher as Kenzaburo: Belcher’s experience includes roles such as Hideo in Chihayafuru.
Rachael Messer as Grace: Messer is known for her role as Mia in Ya Boy Kongming!.
Cat Thomas as Anna Doll: Thomas’s credits include Yui in My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU.
Michael Wronski as Auguste: Wronski has voiced characters like Leo in Level 1 Demon Lord and One Room Hero.
Monica Rial as Grenat: Rial is a veteran voice actress with roles such as Misaki in Maid Sama!.
Brittney Karbowski as Josette, Orion: Karbowski is well-known as the voice of Rimuru in That Time I got Reincarnated as a Slime.
Joe Daniels as Walz, Young Kenzaburo: Daniels also voiced Kongming in Ya Boy Kongming!.
Behind the Scenes
The English dub is being directed by Shannon D. Reed, with audio engineering by David Lascoe. Ian Fagen is handling the translation, and the ADR script is being crafted by Marta Bechtol and Shannon D. Reed. Brent Marshall is the mix engineer, ensuring a high-quality audio experience.
Where and When to Watch
The English dub of “From Bureaucrat to Villainess: Dad’s Been Reincarnated!” will premiere on April 16, 2025, at 12:00 PM EDT (17:00 UTC) on HIDIVE. New episodes will be released weekly, so mark your calendars!
Why You Should Watch
This anime offers a fresh take on the isekai genre with its unique premise and heartwarming story. The blend of comedy and fantasy, combined with relatable family themes, makes it a must-watch for anime fans of all ages.
Other Villainess Anime to Check Out
If you’re a fan of villainess-themed anime, here are a few other titles you might enjoy:
- My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!
- The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen: From Villainess to Savior
- Endo and Kobayashi Live! The Latest on Tsundere Villainess Lieselotte
- I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History!
