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Biography
David Acord is an American sound editor and voice actor best known for his contribution as a supervising sound editor of the 2015 film Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Acord received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Sound Editing and the British Academy Film Award for Best Sound for his work on The Force Awakens, with fellow sound editor Matthew Wood. He also provided the voice of several characters in the film, including the stormtrooper FN-2199 (often known as TR-8R). Though the voice role is minimal, the character gained considerable attention on the Internet following the film's release. Acord also had minor voice roles as an Imperial Male PA and two stormtroopers on episodes of Star Wars Rebels. Acord also voiced Grogu for the Disney Plus series The Mandalorian. In 2015, Acord was one of the sound designers for the Disney Infinity video game. In 2020, he received his second Academy Award nomination for Best Sound Editing for the 2019 film Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, shared with Matthew Wood. David Acord grew up in Delaware. He is a fan of the Philadelphia Eagles, going as far as to put references to the Eagles inside of Rogue One. Description above from the Wikipedia article David Acord, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Filmography
Star Wars Rebels
7.735
Overview:
Set between the events of Star Wars: Episodes III and IV, the story unfolds during a dark time when the evil Galactic Empire is tightening its grip of power on the galaxy. Imperial forces have occupied a remote planet and are ruining the lives of its people. The motley but clever crew of the starship Ghost — cowboy Jedi Kanan, ace pilot Hera, street-smart teenager Ezra, the “muscle” Zeb, warrior firebrand Sabine, and cantankerous old astromech droid Chopper — is among a select few who are brave enough to stand against the Empire. Together, they will face threatening new villains, encounter colorful adversaries, embark on thrilling adventures, and become heroes with the power to ignite a rebellion.Star Wars: The Clone Wars
8.463
Overview:
Yoda, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, Mace Windu and other Jedi Knights lead the Grand Army of the Republic against the droid army of the Separatists.Andor
8.262
Overview:
In an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue, Cassian Andor will discover the difference he can make in the struggle against the tyrannical Galactic Empire. He embarks on a path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero.Star Wars: Forces of Destiny
5.117
Overview:
An animated micro-series starring Rey, Jyn Erso, Princess Leia, Ahsoka Tano, and more. Small moments and everyday decisions shape a larger heroic saga.Loki
8.174
Overview:
After stealing the Tesseract during the events of “Avengers: Endgame,” an alternate version of Loki is brought to the mysterious Time Variance Authority, a bureaucratic organization that exists outside of time and space and monitors the timeline. They give Loki a choice: face being erased from existence due to being a “time variant” or help fix the timeline and stop a greater threat.Star Wars: The Bad Batch
8.204
Overview:
The 'Bad Batch' of elite and experimental clones make their way through an ever-changing galaxy in the immediate aftermath of the Clone Wars.Superman
NYR
Overview:
Superman, a journalist in Metropolis, embarks on a journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent.Star Wars Resistance
6.297
Overview:
Kazuda Xiono, a young pilot for the Resistance, is tasked with a top secret mission to investigate the First Order, a growing threat in the galaxy.The Book of Boba Fett
7.552
Overview:
Legendary bounty hunter Boba Fett and mercenary Fennec Shand must navigate the galaxy’s underworld when they return to the sands of Tatooine to stake their claim on the territory once ruled by Jabba the Hutt and his crime syndicate.Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld
7.5
Overview:
Two outlaws must navigate the galaxy's dangerous underworld as they chart their destinies.Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
7.936
Overview:
Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him to defend the universe along with protecting one of their own. A mission that, if not completed successfully, could quite possibly lead to the end of the Guardians as we know them.Avengers: Age of Ultron
7.27
Overview:
When Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes are put to the ultimate test as the fate of the planet hangs in the balance. As the villainous Ultron emerges, it is up to The Avengers to stop him from enacting his terrible plans, and soon uneasy alliances and unexpected action pave the way for an epic and unique global adventure.Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
7.613
Overview:
The Guardians must fight to keep their newfound family together as they unravel the mysteries of Peter Quill's true parentage.Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
6.294
Overview:
The surviving Resistance faces the First Order once again as the journey of Rey, Finn and Poe Dameron continues. With the power and knowledge of generations behind them, the final battle begins.Star Wars Galaxy of Sounds
6.1
Overview:
The series explores the ambience of a galaxy far, far away through themes such as wonder, excitement, oddities, and more. Be immersed in the hum of Coruscant at golden hour, listen to the light side of the Force as Rey connects to past Jedi, and observe booming lightsaber duels. Experience the nostalgic sounds of Star Wars from across the franchise.The Suicide Squad
7.486
Overview:
Supervillains Harley Quinn, Bloodsport, Peacemaker and a collection of nutty cons at Belle Reve prison join the super-secret, super-shady Task Force X as they are dropped off at the remote, enemy-infused island of Corto Maltese.Star Wars: The Force Awakens
7.26
Overview:
Thirty years after defeating the Galactic Empire, Han Solo and his allies face a new threat from the evil Kylo Ren and his army of Stormtroopers.Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith
7.4
Overview:
The evil Darth Sidious enacts his final plan for unlimited power – and the heroic Jedi Anakin Skywalker must choose a side.Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
7.5
Overview:
A rogue band of resistance fighters unite for a mission to steal the Death Star plans and bring a new hope to the galaxy.Ice Age: The Meltdown
6.711
Overview:
Diego, Manny and Sid return in this sequel to the hit animated movie Ice Age. This time around, the deep freeze is over, and the ice-covered earth is starting to melt, which will destroy the trio's cherished valley. The impending disaster prompts them to reunite and warn all the other beasts about the desperate situation.The Patriot
7.176
Overview:
After proving himself on the field of battle in the French and Indian War, Benjamin Martin wants nothing more to do with such things, preferring the simple life of a farmer. But when his son Gabriel enlists in the army to defend their new nation, America, against the British, Benjamin reluctantly returns to his old life to protect his son.Captain Marvel
6.8
Overview:
The story follows Carol Danvers as she becomes one of the universe’s most powerful heroes when Earth is caught in the middle of a galactic war between two alien races. Set in the 1990s, Captain Marvel is an all-new adventure from a previously unseen period in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones
6.58
Overview:
Following an assassination attempt on Senator Padmé Amidala, Jedi Knights Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi investigate a mysterious plot that could change the galaxy forever.The Grinch
6.862
Overview:
The Grinch hatches a scheme to ruin Christmas when the residents of Whoville plan their annual holiday celebration.Captain America: The Winter Soldier
7.656
Overview:
After the cataclysmic events in New York with The Avengers, Steve Rogers, aka Captain America is living quietly in Washington, D.C. and trying to adjust to the modern world. But when a S.H.I.E.L.D. colleague comes under attack, Steve becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue that threatens to put the world at risk. Joining forces with the Black Widow, Captain America struggles to expose the ever-widening conspiracy while fighting off professional assassins sent to silence him at every turn. When the full scope of the villainous plot is revealed, Captain America and the Black Widow enlist the help of a new ally, the Falcon. However, they soon find themselves up against an unexpected and formidable enemy—the Winter Soldier.The Secret Life of Pets 2
6.96
Overview:
Max the terrier must cope with some major life changes when his owner gets married and has a baby. When the family takes a trip to the countryside, nervous Max has numerous run-ins with canine-intolerant cows, hostile foxes and a scary turkey. Luckily for Max, he soon catches a break when he meets Rooster, a gruff farm dog who tries to cure the lovable pooch of his neuroses.Guardians of the Galaxy
7.905
Overview:
Light years from Earth, 26 years after being abducted, Peter Quill finds himself the prime target of a manhunt after discovering an orb wanted by Ronan the Accuser.Solo: A Star Wars Story
6.56
Overview:
Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo meets his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and encounters the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian.Twelve Monkeys
7.603
Overview:
In the year 2035, convict James Cole reluctantly volunteers to be sent back in time to discover the origin of a deadly virus that wiped out nearly all of the earth's population and forced the survivors into underground communities. But when Cole is mistakenly sent to 1990 instead of 1996, he's arrested and locked up in a mental hospital. There he meets psychiatrist Dr. Kathryn Railly and the son of a famous virus expert who may hold the key to the Army of the 12 Monkeys; thought to be responsible for unleashing the killer disease.Star Trek Into Darkness
7.321
Overview:
When the crew of the Enterprise is called back home, they find an unstoppable force of terror from within their own organization has detonated the fleet and everything it stands for, leaving our world in a state of crisis. With a personal score to settle, Captain Kirk leads a manhunt to a war-zone world to capture a one man weapon of mass destruction. As our heroes are propelled into an epic chess game of life and death, love will be challenged, friendships will be torn apart, and sacrifices must be made for the only family Kirk has left: his crew.Acting
2025Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld (1 Episode) as C-21 Highsinger / Imperial Tech #4 (voice)
2021LEGO Star Wars Terrifying Tales as Medical Droid / Rebel Pilot (voice)
2021Star Wars: The Bad Batch (1 Episode) as Stormtrooper #2 (voice)
2020The Skywalker Legacy as Self
2019The Secret Life of Pets 2 as Additional Voices (voice)
2018Star Wars Resistance (2, 2, 1, 1, 1 Episode) as Guavians (voice), Tech Stormtrooper (voice), Kowakians (voice), Sidon Ithano (voice), Raider (voice)
2018Next Gen as Additional Voices (voice)
2017Star Wars: Forces of Destiny (3, 3 Episode) as Stormtrooper (voice), Teedo (voice)
2016Rogue One: A Star Wars Story as Additional Voices (voice)
2015Star Wars: The Force Awakens as FN-2199 (uncredited)
2014Star Wars Rebels (1, 1, 2, 2, 1, 1 Episode) as Lead TIE Fighter Pilot / Pilot #2 (voice), Protocol Droid #2 (voice), Edrio Two Tubes (voice), Imperial Technician #2 (voice), Imperial Male PA (voice), Stormtrooper #1 / Stormtrooper #2 (voice)
2013Star Trek Into Darkness as Additional Voices (voice)
2012Star Wars: The Clone Wars - Darth Maul Returns as C-21 Highsinger (voice)
2012Double Victory: The Tuskegee Airmen at War as Additional Voices (voice)
2008Star Wars: The Clone Wars (1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 1 Episode) as Aqualish Technician (voice), Pilf Mukmuk (voice), Rotta / Brainee (voice), Senate Guard / Servant Droid (voice), Rabbit Droid (voice), A-4D Droid (voice), Ship Captain / Rabbit Droid (voice), Albed Dewa / Jimba / Pit Droid (voice), Servant Droid (voice), Highsinger (voice), Police Officer (voice), Mandalorian Super Commando (voice), Poletecan Leader / Skakoan Scientist (voice), Mandalorians (voice)
2008Star Wars: The Clone Wars as Rotta the Huttlet (voice)
2005Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith as GH-7 Medical Droid (voice) (uncredited)
Sound
TBAViolent Ends ... Supervising Sound Editor
2025Superman ... Supervising Sound Editor, Sound Designer
2023Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 ... Supervising Sound Editor, Sound Designer
2022Andor (24, 24, 24 Episode) ... Sound Re-Recording Mixer, Sound Designer, Supervising Sound Editor
2021The Book of Boba Fett (7 Episodes) ... Sound Designer
2021Licorice Pizza ... Supervising Sound Editor, Sound Re-Recording Mixer
2021Star Wars Galaxy of Sounds (7 Episodes) ... Sound Designer
2021The Suicide Squad ... Sound Designer, Supervising Sound Editor
2021Loki (6 Episodes) ... Supervising Sound Editor
2019Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker ... Supervising Sound Editor
2019Captain Marvel ... Sound Designer
2018The Grinch ... Sound Designer
2018Solo: A Star Wars Story ... Sound Designer
2017Phantom Thread ... Sound Re-Recording Mixer
2017Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 ... Sound Designer, Supervising Sound Editor
2016Rogue One: A Star Wars Story ... Sound Designer
2016The Secret Life of Pets ... Sound Re-Recording Mixer
2015Star Wars: The Force Awakens ... Sound Designer
2015Avengers: Age of Ultron ... Sound Designer
2014Inherent Vice ... Sound Re-Recording Mixer
2014Guardians of the Galaxy ... Sound Designer, Sound Effects Editor
2014Captain America: The Winter Soldier ... Sound Effects Editor
2012The Master ... Sound Effects Editor
2012Red Tails ... Sound Re-Recording Mixer
2011Super 8 ... Sound Effects Editor
2010Star Wars: The Clone Wars - The Nightsisters Trilogy ... Recording Supervision, Sound Designer, Sound Re-Recording Mixer
2008Star Wars: The Clone Wars ... Sound Designer, Sound Editor
2006Clerks II ... Sound Effects Editor
2006Ice Age: The Meltdown ... Assistant Sound Editor
2005Feast ... Sound Designer
2005Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith ... Assistant Sound Editor
2002Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones ... Apprentice Sound Editor
2001Daddy and Them ... Utility Sound
2000The Patriot ... Utility Sound
1998Belly ... Boom Operator
1998Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas ... Utility Sound
Crew
1995Twelve Monkeys ... Special Effects