Overview

Justin Roiland (born February 21, 1980) is an American voice actor, animator, writer, director and producer known for creating distinctive vocal performances and for co‑creating the adult animated series Rick and Morty. Working across television, web animation and games, he has become a prominent figure in contemporary animation through both character work and behind‑the‑scenes creative roles.

Career and notable roles

Roiland began in independent and internet animation before moving into mainstream television. He is widely recognized for voicing the lead characters on Rick and Morty and for contributing to many other animated series. Notable voice credits include:

  • Fish Hooks — voiced the character Oscar in the Disney Channel series.
  • Adventure Time — provided the voice of the Earl of Lemongrab and other guest roles.
  • Various commercials and short animations — including the mascot voice known as The Delicious One for animated spots.

In addition to these, Roiland has performed a wide range of incidental and recurring voices, often layering improvisation into his sessions to shape quirky, offbeat characters.

Creative approach and style

Roiland’s performances are characterized by idiosyncratic vocal inflections, rapid improvisation and a loose, conversational delivery. He has described a collaborative process that blurs writing and acting: improvised readings are recorded and then edited into scripts, which can produce unexpected comic rhythms and catchphrases. This approach helped define the tonal mix of high‑concept science fiction and lowbrow humor in his best‑known projects.

Business ventures and games

Beyond television, Roiland co‑founded a game studio to develop original interactive titles, and he has been involved in producing and voicing characters for those projects. His work in games echoes his television style by blending absurd humor with genre elements, and by using voice performance as a central design element in narrative gameplay.

Legacy and distinctions

Justin Roiland’s influence lies in popularizing a particular voice‑driven comedic style in adult animation and in bringing an improvisational, creator‑led sensibility to serialized cartoons. His collaborations have expanded into multiple media formats and have inspired other creators who mix internet roots with mainstream television. For further information on his career and credits, see a general voice actor profile or specific project pages such as Wienerschnitzel commercials.