The legendary animated series “Futurama” makes its triumphant return for a thirteenth season, premiering on FOX with next-day streaming on Hulu on September 15, 2025. The show continues the mind-bending, heartwarming, and hilariously cynical adventures of Philip J. Fry, a 20th-century pizza delivery boy who was accidentally cryogenically frozen on December 31, 1999, only to be thawed out a thousand years later on New Year’s Eve 2999. Thrust into a bizarre future filled with sentient robots, alien creatures, and astonishing technology, Fry finds a new family and a new purpose as a delivery boy for the interplanetary Planet Express delivery company.

Leading the voice cast is the original, iconic ensemble, a group of unparalleled voice acting legends who have brought these beloved characters to life for decades. The incredible Billy West returns as the lovably dim-witted Fry, alongside John DiMaggio as the degenerate robot Bender, and Katey Sagal as the courageous one-eyed captain, Leela. They are joined by Tress MacNeille, Phil LaMarr, Lauren Tom, and the legendary Dan Castellaneta, ensuring the same impeccable comedic timing and character depth that has made the series a cornerstone of animated science fiction.

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1: Billy West as Philip J. Fry & Dr. Zoidberg

The phenomenally talented Billy West returns to voice the two most tragically lovable characters in the 31st century: Philip J. Fry and Dr. John Zoidberg. West’s portrayal of Fry is a masterclass in naive wonder and heartfelt simplicity, capturing the essence of a man perpetually out of time yet always at the heart of the adventure. His performance grounds the show’s most fantastical elements in genuine human emotion. Simultaneously, West provides the voice of the impoverished and maladroit Decapodian doctor, Zoidberg, perfecting a distinctive, clipped vocal pattern and a whimpering, pathetic tone that makes the character an unforgettable source of both humor and pathos.

West’s range is nothing short of miraculous, allowing him to jump from Fry’s earnest exclamations to Zoidberg’s desperate cries of “Why not Zoidberg?” within seconds. His ability to inject such deep personality into both a human everyman and a lobster-like alien is a testament to his status as one of the greatest voice actors of all time. These two performances represent the emotional poles of the series: Fry’s optimistic heart and Zoidberg’s tragicomic despair, both essential to the unique soul of “Futurama.”

2: John DiMaggio as Bender & Sal

John DiMaggio reprises his career-defining role as Bender Bending Rodríguez, the foul-mouthed, cigar-chomping, shifty-eyed bending unit. DiMaggio’s creation of Bender’s voice—a gruff, metallic, and perpetually inebriated baritone—is one of the most iconic in animation history. He delivers the robot’s narcissistic declarations, shocking insults, and occasional moments of twisted loyalty with flawless comedic bravado. DiMaggio also brings to life Sal, the scheming, wise-cracking head of the Robot Mafia, using a deeper, more resonant and intimidating version of a robotic voice to create a distinctly different yet equally memorable gangster persona.

DiMaggio’s performances are the id of “Futurama.” Bender’s utter lack of filter and his “blackjack and hookers” philosophy provide countless iconic lines and a constant source of anarchic energy that disrupts the crew’s missions. DiMaggio understands the precise balance between making Bender an utterly selfish monster and a strangely endearing friend, ensuring that the character remains beloved despite his countless flaws. His vocal work is the solid, metal backbone of the show’s comedy.

3: Katey Sagal as Turanga Leela & Captain D’Leela

The iconic Katey Sagal returns as the fearless, cyclopean spaceship captain, Turanga Leela. Sagal brings a unique blend of no-nonsense authority, dry wit, and deep-seated vulnerability to the role. Her voice gives Leela her commanding presence on the bridge of the Planet Express ship, as well as the emotional warmth she shows in her more personal moments, particularly in her complicated relationship with Fry. Sagal also showcases her versatility by voicing the alternate universe pirate version of the character, Captain D’Leela, infusing the role with a more boisterous, swashbuckling energy while maintaining the core strength of the character.

Sagal’s performance is crucial for providing the show’s emotional and moral center. As the most competent and level-headed member of the crew, Leela often acts as the audience’s anchor amidst the chaos. Sagal masterfully conveys the character’s strength as a leader and her hidden insecurities about her identity and her place in the universe. Her ability to shift between deadpan sarcasm and genuine sentiment makes Leela one of the most fully realized and relatable characters in the series.

4: Tress MacNeille as Linda & Petunia

The incredibly versatile Tress MacNeille returns, lending her voice to a vast array of secondary characters, most notably the Planet Express crew’s steadfast and long-suffering secretary, Linda. MacNeille gives Linda a sweet, slightly nasal, and eternally pleasant demeanor, providing a calm counterpoint to the office’s constant insanity. Her immense range is further displayed through characters like Petunia, the wife of the Hyperchicken lawyer, whom MacNeille voices with a sophisticated, high-society air that is completely distinct from her other roles.

MacNeille is the unsung hero of the “Futurama” voice cast, a utility player who can create a fully formed character out of a single line. She populates the background of the 31st century with dozens of unique voices, from old hags to young girls, from angry aliens to sophisticated robots. Her contributions are essential in building the rich, dense, and hilarious world that the main characters inhabit, adding layers of comic detail in every scene she appears in.

5: Phil LaMarr as Hermes Conrad & Reverend Preacherbot

The supremely talented Phil LaMarr is back as the meticulously bureaucratic Planet Express accountant, Hermes Conrad. LaMarr perfectly captures Hermes’ Jamaican accent and his obsessive, rule-loving personality, delivering lines about bureaucratic efficiency with hilarious fervor and precision. In a stunning contrast, LaMarr also provides the deep, booming, and solemnly robotic voice of the Reverend Preacherbot, a character who delivers hellfire-and-brimstone sermons with the cold logic of a machine.

LaMarr’s performances highlight the show’s brilliant satire of bureaucracy and religion. As Hermes, he embodies the soul-crushing yet oddly passionate world of red tape, making paperwork and regulations seem both absurd and epic. As Preacherbot, he satirizes religious fervor through the lens of programming and automation. His ability to switch between these two vastly different characters showcases his incredible vocal control and comedic understanding.

6: Lauren Tom as Amy Wong & Inez Wong

Lauren Tom returns to voice the brilliant but flighty heiress and intern, Amy Wong. Tom brilliantly captures Amy’s valley-girl accent and her cheerful, sometimes airheaded, enthusiasm, making her a delightful representation of spoiled 31st-century youth. She also expertly portrays Amy’s formidable mother, Inez Wong, using a sharper, more commanding, and heavily Chinese-accented voice that instantly establishes a matriarchal authority and provides a hilarious contrast to her daughter’s breezy personality.

Tom’s dual roles allow her to explore two different generations and personalities within the same family. Her performance as Amy is full of youthful energy and humor, while her take on Mrs. Wong is filled with stern judgment and passive-aggressive power. Together, they create a dynamic and funny family unit that adds to the rich social tapestry of the show and provides numerous opportunities for cultural and generational comedy.

7: Dan Castellaneta as The Robot Devil & Grumpy Snail

The legendary Dan Castellaneta, best known as the voice of Homer Simpson, returns to his iconic “Futurama” roles. He masterfully voices the Robot Devil, a mechanical embodiment of sin with a melodramatic, theatrical, and surprisingly petty personality. Castellaneta gives the character a booming, resonant voice that can shift in an instant from charming and smooth to a rage-filled metallic shriek. In a completely different vein, he also provides the single, grumpy line of the Grumpy Snail, a tiny pet that delivers its iconic “Bite my shiny metal ass!” with a surprising amount of fury for its size.

Castellaneta’s Robot Devil is one of the show’s greatest recurring antagonists, a villain who is less evil and more obsessed with fair deals and artistic integrity. His performances are always a highlight, filled with musical flair and comedic villainy. His ability to create such a memorable and complex character, while also delivering one of the show’s best one-off gags with the Grumpy Snail, underscores his incredible versatility and genius for comedy.