Karl Urban

Acting

Born: 1972-06-07Wellington, New Zealand

Biography

Karl-Heinz Urban (born 7 June 1972) is a New Zealand actor. His career began with appearances in New Zealand films and TV series such as Xena: Warrior Princess. His first Hollywood role was in the 2002 horror film Ghost Ship.

Filmography

2010s

The Boys

2019Billy Butcher

Thor: Ragnarok

2017Skurge

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

2015Self - Guest

Late Night with Seth Meyers

2014Self - Guest

2000s

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

2003Éomer

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

2002Éomer

Best Rated Projects

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

2003Éomer

91 2

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

2002Éomer

90 3

The Boys

2019Billy Butcher

86 4

Thor: Ragnarok

2017Skurge

82 5

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

2015Self - Guest

69 6

Late Night with Seth Meyers

2014Self - Guest

Latest News

MoviesIndustry

Karl Urban to play Johnny Cage in New Line's 'Mortal Kombat 2'

Karl Urban has been cast as Johnny Cage in the sequel to the 2021 film 'Mortal Kombat'. The actor cited a personal kinsh...

Jun 9, 2026, 05:12 PM

Karl UrbanMortal Kombat 2

TV ShowsStreaming

A forgotten short film gave Karl Urban's Butcher an early spotlight

A short film focusing on Karl Urban's Billy Butcher established the character's dark trajectory on 'The Boys'. The stand...

May 16, 2026, 05:02 PM

The BoysKarl Urban

MoviesBox Office

'Mortal Kombat 2' Secures Strong Opening With $115 Million Global Debut

'Mortal Kombat 2' debuted with a $115 million global box office, including $48.5 million domestically. The strong perfor...

May 11, 2026, 06:04 PM

Mortal Kombat 2Warner Bros. Pictures

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