Richard Epcar

Richard Epcar is an American voice actor, voice director, and writer whose career spans over four decades, beginning in the early 1980s. Born on April 29, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois, he attended the University of Arizona before moving to Los Angeles to pursue work in the burgeoning world of animation and video‑game voice‑over. Epcar’s versatility has allowed him to inhabit a staggering array of characters—over 1,200 in total—including iconic roles such as Raiden in the Mortal Kombat franchise, the Joker in various crossover titles like Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe and the Injustice series, and the enigmatic Xehanort/Ansem in the beloved Kingdom Hearts saga. His anime credentials are equally impressive, featuring Yhwach and Zangetsu in Bleach, Batou in Ghost in the Shell, and Joseph Joestar in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure—both the Stardust Crusaders and Diamond Is Unbreakable arcs. In addition, he has contributed memorable performances to classic series such as Digimon (voicing Etemon and Myotismon), Bobobo‑bo Bo‑bobo, and Lupin the Third as Daisuke Jigen, cementing his reputation as a go‑to talent for both heroic and villainous roles.

Beyond his vocal performances, Epcar co‑owns Epcar Entertainment with his wife, fellow voice actress Ellyn Stern, a Los Angeles‑based production company that provides voice‑over services for a wide range of media. The duo’s collaborative spirit extends to directing and writing, with Epcar taking on voice‑direction duties on numerous projects and contributing scripts that showcase his deep understanding of character and narrative. His live‑action credits, though more limited, demonstrate his range, appearing in shows such as ER and Gilmore Girls as background voices. As a prolific industry veteran, Richard Epcar continues to influence the voice‑acting community, mentoring emerging talent while still delivering compelling performances that resonate with audiences worldwide.