voice-over
noun
1
a
: the voice of an unseen narrator speaking (as in a movie, television show, or commercial)
b
: the voice of a visible character (as in a movie, television show, or video game) expressing especially unspoken thoughts
2
: a recording of a voice-over
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The recording of the voice-over was in a sense more of a labored experience than the filming.
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Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
30 June 2026
The voice-over cast includes Allison Janney, Christoph Waltz, Jeff Bridges, Jesse Eisenberg, Zoey Deutch (Nouvelle Vague), South Park co-creator Trey Parker, Saturday Night Live alum Bobby Moynihan and King of the Hill‘s Phil LaMarr.
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Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
30 June 2026
The news station did not publish the original audio of the call, which was translated into Italian for viewers, including a voice-over for the president.
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Allison Beck,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2026
Over the decades, Andrews has continued to build an award-winning career across film and television, earning multiple Oscar nominations and 10 Emmy nominations, including recognition for her voice-over role in Bridgerton.
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Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
30 June 2026
The voice-over cast includes Allison Janney, Christoph Waltz, Jeff Bridges, Jesse Eisenberg, Zoey Deutch (Nouvelle Vague), South Park co-creator Trey Parker, Saturday Night Live alum Bobby Moynihan and King of the Hill‘s Phil LaMarr.
—
Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
30 June 2026
The news station did not publish the original audio of the call, which was translated into Italian for viewers, including a voice-over for the president.
—
Allison Beck,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2026
Over the decades, Andrews has continued to build an award-winning career across film and television, earning multiple Oscar nominations and 10 Emmy nominations, including recognition for her voice-over role in Bridgerton.
—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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“Voice-over.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/voice-over. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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