voice-over

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In the early years of television, voice-over introductions to shows and their casts were a necessity of the medium.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

The statement, delivered by a voice-over announcer on state television, did little to dispel rumors about the leader’s physical health.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

Inspired by the popularity of the Japanese “Iron Chef” broadcast with an English voice-over, Food Network created an American adaptation, “Iron Chef America,” which premiered in 2005 and continued until 2018.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

A voice-over tells me that it was Alexander, a grandfather, who painted the door red.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

“Officer Brian Cruise Jr. has been on the force for sixteen years,” the voice-over says, and more pics of him as a cop are shown.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas