Meet the Cast of Cowboy Bebop

Released on April 03, 1998
Animation Horror Western Action & Adventure Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Cowboy Bebop is a popular and critically acclaimed animated science fiction series that was later adapted into a feature film. The show is set in the year 2071, when humanity has abandoned the largely uninhabitable Earth and colonized the rocky planets and moons of the Solar System. The series follows the adventures of a group of bounty hunters, or "Cowboys," who travel the galaxy in their spaceship, the Bebop, chasing down criminals and bringing them to justice in return for rewards.

The main characters of Cowboy Bebop include Spike Spiegel, voiced by Koichi Yamadera, a former member of a powerful crime syndicate who has left his past behind and now works as a bounty hunter. Spike is a skilled fighter and pilot, with a laid-back and carefree attitude. He is joined in his travels by Jet Black, voiced by Unsho Ishizuka, a former ISSP officer who lost his arm in the line of duty and now works as a bounty hunter to atone for his past mistakes. Jet is the more serious and responsible of the two, serving as the captain of the Bebop and the voice of reason in their partnership.

In this futuristic setting, the Inter Solar System Police (ISSP) has set up a legalized contract system, in which registered bounty hunters, or "Cowboys," chase criminals and bring them in alive in return for a reward. This system has become necessary due to the rising crime rate in the colonized Solar System, as the vast distances and lack of a centralized authority make it difficult for the ISSP to maintain order. The Cowboys provide a valuable service, tracking down and apprehending criminals who would otherwise be able to evade justice. However, the life of a Cowboy is not an easy one, as they often find themselves in dangerous situations and must constantly be on the move to avoid detection. Despite these challenges, Spike and Jet embrace their roles as Cowboys, using their skills and wits to bring in the bounties and make a living in the vast and lawless frontier of space.

Cowboy Bebop ran for 2 seasons.

Main Cast of Cowboy Bebop

Koichi Yamadera

as Spike Spiegel / Ein (voice) (26 episodes)

Koichi Yamadera's performance as Spike Spiegel in the anime TV series "Cowboy Bebop" is a masterclass in voice acting. He brings the character to life with his nuanced portrayal, effortlessly switching between Spike's laid-back, sarcastic humor and his intense, action-packed fight sequences. Yamadera's ability to convey deep emotion and articulate Spike's complex past adds depth to the character, making him more relatable and engaging. His performance as Ein, the data dog, while brief, is equally impressive, showcasing his range and versatility as a voice actor. Overall, Yamadera's work in "Cowboy Bebop" is a testament to his talent and his significant contribution to the anime industry.

Unsho Ishizuka

as Jet Black (voice) (26 episodes)

Unsho Ishizuka's performance as Jet Black in the beloved anime series "Cowboy Bebop" is nothing short of magnificent. Ishizuka brought depth and nuance to Jet, the rugged interplanetary bounty hunter and former police officer with a strong moral compass. His rich, commanding voice perfectly captured Jet's stern and stoic demeanor, but also conveyed hints of warmth and vulnerability. Ishizuka's ability to express Jet's unwavering loyalty and his inner turmoil added layers of complexity to the character, making him a fan favorite and an essential component of the Bebop's crew dynamic.

Megumi Hayashibara

as Faye Valentine (voice) (26 episodes)

Megumi Hayashibara's performance as Faye Valentine in "Cowboy Bebop" is truly captivating, as she brings the seductive, sharp-witted, and somewhat tragic character to life with her emotive and versatile voice. Hayashibara's delivery effortlessly captures Faye's complex personality, switching between sarcastic quips, heartfelt confessions, and intense battle cries, showcasing the outstanding range of her voice acting. Her portrayal of Faye also highlights the character's underlying vulnerability and struggle with identity, adding layers of depth to her performance that resonates with viewers and makes Faye an unforgettable character in the world of anime.

Aoi Tada

as Edward Wong Hau Pepelu Tivruski IV (voice) (26 episodes)

Secondary Cast of Cowboy Bebop

Takeshi Aono

as Doohan (voice) (1 episode)

Aono Takeshi was a Japanese voice actor and actor affiliated with Aoni Production. He is also known to gamers as the ...

Norio Wakamoto

as Vicious (voice) (5 episodes)

Graduated from Waseda University.

Gara Takashima

as Julia (voice) (3 episodes)

Rintaro Nishi

as Asimov Solensan (voice) (as Tarô Nishi) (1 episode)

Rintaro Nishi is a Japanese actor and voice actor affiliated with Office Osawa. His real name is Kazuaki Kurita (栗田和...

Mari Maruta

as Announcer A (voice) (1 episode)

Ryuuzaburou Ootomo

as Abdul Hakim (voice) (1 episode)

Ryuuzaburou Ootomo was born on May 18, 1952 and is currently 72 years old.

Yuzuru Fujimoto

as Doctor (voice) (2 episodes)

Ako Mayama

as Pet Shop Owner (voice) (1 episode)

Ako Mayama (born as Yasuyo Kawando) is a voice actress currently affiliated with Kenyu Office, and previously affilia...

Yôko Ren

as Announcer B (voice) (as Yoko Ren) (1 episode) , Gate Announcer (voice) (as Yoko Ren) (1 episode)

Keiji Fujiwara

as Tattoed Man (voice) (1 episode)

Keiji Fujiwara (藤原啓治, Fujiwara Keiji, October 5, 1964 – April 12, 2020) was a Japanese voice actor. His best known w...

Yumi Fukamizu

as Child (voice) (1 episode)

Dia Suharuto

as Gate Announcer (voice) (1 episode)

Shinji Ogawa

as Gordon (voice) (1 episode)

Mari Arita

as 'Twinkle' Maria Murdock (voice) (1 episode)

Jin Hirao

as Old Man (voice) (as Jinsho Hirao) (1 episode) , Antonio (voice) (as Jinshô Hirao) (1 episode) , Priest (voice) (as Jinshô Hirao) (1 episode) , Antonio (voice) (as Jinsho Hirano) (1 episode) , Antonio (voice) (3 episodes)

Toshihiko Nakajima

as Louie (voice) (1 episode) , Hoodlum A (voice) (1 episode) , Violinist (voice) (1 episode) , Carlos (voice) (5 episodes)

Chafurin

as Harrison (voice) (1 episode)

Chafurin was born on December 4, 1961 and is currently 62 years old.

Naoki Makishima

as Comrade B (voice) (1 episode) , Memphis Brother 3 (voice) (1 episode) , Gangster B (voice) (1 episode)

Yutaka Nakano

as Bob (voice) (3 episodes)

Aruno Tahara

as Chief Minister (voice) (1 episode)

Masaki Aizawa

as Case Officer (voice) (1 episode)

Masaki Aizawa (相沢まさき, Aizawa Masaki, January 19, 1965) is a Japanese voice actor (seiyuu) from Hokkaido who is repre...

Takehiro Murozono

as Hoodlum B (voice) (1 episode) , Memphis Brother 2 (voice) (1 episode) , Man (voice) (1 episode)

Tsutomu Tareki

as Tareki Punch (voice) (1 episode) , Punch (voice) (as Tsutomu Naruki) (1 episode) , Punch (voice) (7 episodes)

Kazuaki Ito

as Mao Yenrai (voice) (1 episode)

Wasabi Mizuta

as Child 1 (voice) (1 episode)

Hidetoshi Nakamura

as Carlos (voice) (1 episode) , Otto (voice) (1 episode)

Daisuke Gori

as Fatty River (voice) (1 episode)

Daisuke Gouri (February 8, 1952 - January 17, 2010) was a Japanese voice actor. He was affiliated with Ezaki Producti...

Yumi Touma

as Wen (voice) (1 episode)

Ryuji Nakagi

as Giraffe (voice) (1 episode)

Tomie Kataoka

as V.T. (voice) (1 episode)

Kazuhiro Nakata

as Man 1 (voice) (1 episode) , Morgan (voice) (1 episode) , Bodyguard 2 (voice) (1 episode) , Macho (voice) (1 episode) , Gangster A (voice) (1 episode) , Man A (voice) (1 episode)

Kei Hayami

as Dewey (voice) (1 episode)

Ai Uchikawa

as In-Fight Announcer (voice) (1 episode) , Muriel (voice) (1 episode)

Miki Nagasawa

as Child (voice) (1 episode) , Judy / Child (voice) (1 episode) , Judy (voice) (7 episodes)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Miki Nagasawa (長沢美樹, Nagasawa Miki, born July 11, 1970) is a Japanese voice a...

Kaoru Morota

as Child 2 (voice) (1 episode) , Bebop Computer (voice) (1 episode)

Kaoru Morota is a Japanese voice actress from Osaka, Japan. She is often typecast as Genki girls or tomboyish charact...

Ryusei Nakao

as Roco Bonnaro (voice) (1 episode)

Ryusei Nakao, born as Tomoharu Takeo, is a Japanese actor, voice actor, and singer affiliated with 81Produce. He is o...

Maaya Sakamoto

as Stella Bonnaro (voice) (1 episode)

Maaya Sakamoto is a Japanese voice actress and singer. She made her debut as a voice actress in 1992 as the voice of ...

Asako Dodo

as Announcer 2 (voice) (1 episode)

Hirohiko Kakegawa

as Announcer 1 (voice) (1 episode)

Hirohiko Kakegawa (掛川裕彦, Kakegawa Hirohiko, born October 11, 1959) is a Japanese actor, voice actor and narrator fro...

Jouji Nakata

as MPU (voice) (1 episode)

Jouji Nakata is a Japanese actor, voice actor, and narrator who is affiliated with the Office Osawa agency. His major...

Isshin Chiba

Isshin Chiba was born on June 26, 1968 and is currently 56 years old.

Naoki Tatsuta

as Dr. Yuuri Kellerman (voice) (1 episode)

Naoki Tatsuta (龍田直樹, Tatsuta Naoki, September 8, 1950) is a Japanese voice actor and narrator from Iwade Town, Naga ...

Mika Doi

as Elisa (voice) (1 episode)

Mika Doi, born on August 4, 1956, is a veteran voice actress who was born in Sendai.

Fumio Matsuoka

as Donnelly (voice) (1 episode)

Kappei Yamaguchi

as Rhint (voice) (1 episode)

Mitsuo Yamaguchi (山口光雄, Yamaguchi Mitsuo), better known by his stage name of Kappei Yamaguchi (山口勝平, Yamaguchi Kapp...

Kenyu Horiuchi

as Gren (voice) (2 episodes)

Kenyu Horiuchi is a Japanese voice actor. In 2002 he founded his own voice acting management office, Kenyu Office.

Hiroshi Iwasaki

as Julius (voice) (1 episode)

Katsuhisa Houki

as Baker Panchorero (voice) (1 episode) , Bartender (voice) (1 episode)

Katsuhisa Houki (宝亀克寿, Hōki Katsuhisa, October 30, 1946), born Katsuaki Houki (箒克朗, Hōki Katsuaki), is a Japanese ac...

Hikaru Midorikawa

as Lin (voice) (2 episodes)

Hikaru Midorikawa (緑川光, Midorikawa Hikaru, born May 2, 1968) is a Japanese voice actor from Otawara, Tochigi who is ...

Hiroshi Naka

as Old Man (voice) (1 episode) , Reggie (voice) (1 episode) , Man (voice) (1 episode) , Ping (voice) (1 episode) , Ping Long (voice) (1 episode) , Jobim (voice) (5 episodes)

Hiroshi Naka is a Japanese voice actor affiliated with Ken Production.

Yu Shimaka

as Picarro Calvino (voice) (1 episode) , Dig (voice) (1 episode)

Kiyomitsu Mizuuchi

as Police Officer 2 (voice) (1 episode) , Security Guard (voice) (1 episode) , Man B (voice) (1 episode) , Gangster B (voice) (1 episode)

Kiyomitsu Mizuuchi (水内清光, Mizuuchi Kiyomitsu, November 17, 1960) is a Japanese voice actor and stage actor from Osak...

Shinpachi Tsuji

as Sou (voice) (1 episode) , Sou Long (voice) (1 episode) , Huey (voice) (1 episode) , Bodyguard 1 (voice) (1 episode) , Amjad (voice) (1 episode) , Manager (voice) (1 episode)

Shinpachi Tsuji (辻親八, Tsuji Shinpachi, October 20, 1956) is a Japanese actor and voice actor (seiyū) who is affiliat...

Yukimasa Kishino

as Jonathan (voice) (1 episode)

Masayuki Omoro

as Man 1 (voice) (1 episode)

Takeshi Watabe

as Chessmaster Hex (voice) (1 episode)

was a Japanese voice actor. He was born in Kōchi Prefecture. He usually played villains and performed the voices for ...

Chiharu Suzuka

as Nurse Manley (voice) (1 episode)

Kosei Tomita

as Doctor Baccus (voice) (as Kousei Tomita) (1 episode)

Akio Otsuka

as Whitney Hagas Matsumoto (voice) (1 episode)

Akio Otsuka is a Japanese voice actor affiliated with Mausu Promotion. He is the son of fellow voice actor Chikao Ots...

Miyuki Ichijou

as Annie (voice) (1 episode) , Anastasia (voice) (1 episode)

Masashi Hirose

as Fad (voice) (1 episode)

Masashi Hirose was born on November 6, 1947 and is currently 77 years old.

Kosei Hirota

as Udai Taxim (voice) (1 episode)

Motomu Kiyokawa

as Syndicate Man (voice) (1 episode)

Motomu Kiyokawa was a Japanese actor and voice actor.

Yûji Mikimoto

as Pilot (voice) (1 episode)

Hitoshi Ohya

as Tucan (voice) (as Hitoshi Oya) (1 episode)

Bin Sasaki

as Elroy (voice) (1 episode)

Eiichiro Suzuki

as Nero (voice) (1 episode)

Tessyo Genda

as Domino Walker (voice) (1 episode)

Tessyo Genda (玄田哲章 Genda Tesshō, born May 20, 1948 in Okayama Prefecture) is a Japanese voice actor, affiliated with...

Atsuko Tanaka

as Coffy (voice) (1 episode)

Atsuko Tanaka (田中敦子, Tanaka Atsuko, born November 14, 1962) is a Japanese voice actress and narrator associated with...

Jin Yamanoi

as Police Officer 1 (voice) (1 episode)

Hochu Otsuka

as Shaft (voice) (as Yoshitada Ôtsuka) (1 episode)

Hochu Otsuka (大塚芳忠, Ōtsuka Hōchū, born Yoshitada Ōtsuka [same kanji], May 19, 1954) is a Japanese voice actor and na...

Shigeru Chiba

as Video Maniac (voice) (1 episode)

Masaharu Maeda (前田正治, Maeda Masaharu), known by the stage name Shigeru Chiba (千葉繁, Chiba Shigeru), is a Japanese ac...

Yui Horie

as Girl A (voice) (1 episode)

Yui Horie is a Japanese singer and voice actress. She is sometimes affectionately nicknamed "Hocchan" by her Japanese...

Kozue Yoshizumi

as Girl B (voice) (1 episode)

Koji Ishii

as Ruth (voice) (1 episode)

Koji Ishii (born as Kouzou Ishii on July 1, 1960) is a Japanese voice actor, currently affiliated with Vi-Vo.

Shin-ichiro Miki

as Herman (voice) (1 episode)

Shin-ichiro Miki is a Japanese voice actor affiliated with 81 Produce and most known for his role as Kojiro (James) i...

Takashi Nagasako

as George (voice) (1 episode)

Takashi Nagasako (長嶝高士) is a Japanese voice actor.

Takashi Taguchi

as Wang (voice) (1 episode) , Wang Long (voice) (1 episode)

Yoku Shioya

as Miles (voice) (1 episode)

Yoku Shioya (塩屋翼, Shioya Yoku, June 24, 1958) is a Japanese voice actor, actor, and sound director. He was born in K...

Banjo Ginga

as Tongpu (voice) (1 episode)

Banjo Ginga is a Japanese voice actor currently affiliated with Aoni Production. He was previously credited under his...

Sachiko Kojima

as Angel (voice) (1 episode)

Sachiko Kojima is a Japanese voice actress.

Mitsuki Saiga

as Housewife (voice) (1 episode) , Mascot (voice) (1 episode) , Computer Voice (voice) (1 episode)

Mitsuki Saiga is a Japanese voice actress. Due to her masculine voice she is mostly typecast to voice manly women or ...

Michiko Sato

as Child B (voice) (1 episode)

Arisa Ogasawara

as Meifa Puzi (voice) (1 episode)

Tamio Ohki

as Pao Puzi (voice) (1 episode)

Masashi Ebara

as Cowboy Andy von de Oniyate (voice) (1 episode)

Masashi Ebara was born on May 4, 1953 and is currently 71 years old.

Takaya Hashi

as Teddy Bomber (voice) (1 episode)

Takaya Hashi (土師孝也 Hashi Takaya, born September 8, 1952) is a veteran Japanese voice actor and actor affiliated with...

Takako Kodama

as Guest (voice) (1 episode)

Masaru Hachinoe

as Ronny Spangen (voice) (1 episode)

Yayoi Kuroda

as Child A (voice) (1 episode) , Zuzu (voice) (1 episode)

Hiromichi Kogami

as Newscaster (voice) (as Hiriomichi Ogami) (1 episode)

Junichi Sugawara

as TV Host A (voice) (1 episode)

Sayaka Ohara

as TV Host B (voice) (1 episode)

Sayaka Ohara (大原さやか, Ōhara Sayaka) is a Japanese voice actress, affiliated with Haikyō. Her major roles include Layl...

Mari Tomokawa

as Reporter (voice) (1 episode)

Chikao Ohtsuka

as Dr. Londes (voice) (as Chikao Ohtsuka) (1 episode)

From Wikipedia: Chikao Ohtsuka (大塚周夫) was a Japanese voice actor. He was most known for the roles of Captain Hook (...

Ruri Asano

as Sally's Granddaughter (voice) (1 episode)

Mami Horikoshi

as Clara (voice) (1 episode)

Ayumi Kida

as Cain (voice) (1 episode)

Shigeru Nakahara

as Macintyre (voice) (1 episode)

Shigeru Nakahara (中原茂, Nakahara Shigeru) is a Japanese voice actor bron in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture. Nakahara i...

Kazumi Okushima

as Sean (voice) (1 episode)

Ikuko Tani

as Sally Yung (voice) (1 episode)

Ikuko Tani was born on April 9, 1939 and is currently 85 years old.

Kenji Utsumi

as Appledelhi Siniz Hesap Lütfen (voice) (1 episode)

Kenji Utsumi (内海賢二, Utsumi Kenji, August 26, 1937 – June 13, 2013) was a Japanese actor and voice actor from Kitakyu...

Nobuyuki Hiyama

as Shin (voice) (2 episodes)

Nobuyuki Hiyama (檜山修之, Hiyama Nobuyuki, born August 25, 1967) is a Japanese voice actor from Hatsukaichi City, Hiros...

Yoshiko Okamoto

as Punches Mother (voice) (1 episode)

Crew of Cowboy Bebop

Discover the backstage crew of Cowboy Bebop →

Cowboy Bebop

カウボーイビバップ