Mass Effect Voice Actress Wants Original Cast to Return for TV Series

Jennifer Hale, the iconic voice of FemShep in the original Mass Effect trilogy, expresses her enthusiasm for Amazon's upcoming live-action adaptation. She's eager to participate in the series, advocating for the inclusion of as many original voice actors as possible.

Amazon secured the rights to adapt the Mass Effect games in 2021, and the TV series is now under development at Amazon MGM Studios. The project boasts a notable team, including Michael Gamble (Mass Effect project leader), Karim Zreik (former Marvel Television producer), Avi Arad (movie producer), and Daniel Casey (Fast & Furious 9 writer).

The challenge of adapting Mass Effect's branching narrative and customizable protagonist, Commander Shepard, is significant. However, Hale, in a recent Eurogamer interview, voiced her strong desire to contribute to the show, emphasizing the exceptional talent within the voice acting community. She believes that leveraging this existing talent would be a shrewd move. She specifically expressed a preference for a live-action portrayal reflecting her own FemShep, but ultimately welcomes any role within the production. Her excitement extends to potential involvement in future Mass Effect video games.

Hale highlights the exceptional talent within the voice acting community, urging production companies to recognize and utilize this valuable resource. The Mass Effect series featured a remarkable ensemble of voice actors and celebrities, contributing significantly to the immersive experience. The return of actors like Brandon Keener (Garrus Vakarian), Raphael Sbarge (Kaidan Alenko), or Hale herself would undoubtedly delight longtime fans of the franchise.