Rhys Darby
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Rhys Montague Darby (born March 21, 1974) is a New Zealand actor and comedian. He served in the New Zealand army before embarking on a performing career. In 1996, he formed the comedy duo "Rhysently Granted" with Grant Lobban, quickly carving a niche for their unique brand of humor. Darby's solo stand-up routines, characterized by vibrant storytelling, mime, and sound effects, garnered him recognition and two Billy T Award nominations. Darby's international breakthrough came in 2007 with his role as Murray Hewitt in the HBO comedy series "Flight of the Conchords." Since then, he's appeared in films like "Yes Man," "What We Do in the Shadows," and "Jumanji," often injecting his signature comedic flair into supporting roles. On television, he's had recurring roles in shows like "Short Poppies," "Wrecked," and animated shows such as "Voltron: Legendary Defender." From 2022 to 2023, he starred in period romantic comedy series "Our Flag Means Death" as a fictionalized version of pirate Stede Bonnet. The show was praised for its LGBTQ+ representation, including the romantic relationship between Darby's Bonnet and fellow Kiwi Taika Waititi's Blackbeard. This was not only Darby's first role as a main protagonist, but also his first foray into dramatic acting. Beyond acting, Darby is also an author. He has written three children's books for his "Buttons McGinty" series as well as an autobiography titled "This Way to Spaceship." Additionally, he's been the host of the cryptozoology podcast "The Cryptid Factor" since 2008, alongside Dan Schreiber, Leon 'Buttons' Kirkbeck, and previously, David Farrier.
Known for
Credits
The Sheep Detectives (2026)
as Wool-Eyes (voice)
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)
as Nigel Billingsley
Jumanji: The Next Level (2019)
as Nigel Billingsley
Trolls (2016)
as Bibbly (voice)
Yes Man (2008)
as Norman
Jumanji: Open World (2026)
as Nigel Billingsley
Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie (2022)
as Hypno-Potamus (voice)
Arthur Christmas (2011)
as Lead Elf (voice)
Guns Akimbo (2020)
as Glenjamin
What We Do in the Shadows (2014)
as Anton - Werewolf
Love Hurts (2025)
as Kippy Betts
That Christmas (2024)
as Mr. McNutt (voice)
100% Wolf (2020)
as Foxwell Cripp (voice)
Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016)
as Psycho Sam
Teen Titans Go! vs. Teen Titans (2019)
as Master of Games (voice)
The Boat That Rocked (2009)
as Angus
Next Goal Wins (2023)
as Rhys Marlin
The Lost Tiger (2025)
as Plato (voice)
Kiff Lore of the Ring Light (2025)
as Trollie (voice)
CoComelon: The Movie (2027)
as (voice)
Killing Hasselhoff (2017)
as Fish
Mosley (2019)
as Deaver (voice)
Love Birds (2011)
as Doug
The Boss Baby: Get That Baby! (2020)
as Happy Sedengry (voice)
Little Lorraine (2026)
as Tim
Coming & Going (2011)
as Lee
Uproar (2023)
as Brother Madigan
Grace Period (—)
Actor
Relax, I'm from the Future (2023)
as Casper
Flight of the Conchords: On Air (2009)
as Self
Peacock Season (2010)
as Galtrex Guy
Diagnosis: Death (2010)
as Specialist
Missing Christmas (2012)
as Mayor Dennis Gob (voice)
Word of Mouth (2024)
as Womter (voice)
Rhys Darby: Mystic Time Bird (2021)
as Self
It's Rhys Darby Night! (2011)
as Self
What Now (—)
Actor
Song of the Bigfoot (—)
Actor
Rhys Darby Live - Imagine That! (2008)
as Self
Rhys Darby: This Way to Spaceship (2012)
as Self
Rhys Darby: I'm A Fighter Jet (2017)
as Self