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: The Next Level (2019)
as Nigel Billingsley
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)
as Nigel
Trolls (2016)
as Bibbly (voice)
Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016)
as Psycho Sam
Yes Man (2008)
as Norman
Jumanji: Open World (2026)
as Nigel Billingsley
What We Do in the Shadows (2014)
as Anton - Werewolf
Love Hurts (2025)
as Kippy Betts
Arthur Christmas (2011)
as Lead Elf (voice)
Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie (2022)
as Hypno-Potamus (voice)
Guns Akimbo (2020)
as Glenjamin
Next Goal Wins (2023)
as Rhys Marlin
That Christmas (2024)
as Mr. McNutt (voice)
The Boat That Rocked (2009)
as Angus
100% Wolf (2020)
as Foxwell Cripp (voice)
Teen Titans Go! vs. Teen Titans (2019)
as Master of Games (voice)
Kiff Lore of the Ring Light (2025)
as Trollie (voice)
Killing Hasselhoff (2017)
as Fish
CoComelon: The Movie (2027)
as (voice)
Relax, I'm from the Future (2023)
as Casper
The Boss Baby: Get That Baby! (2020)
as Happy Sedengry (voice)
Coming & Going (2011)
as Lee
The Lost Tiger (2025)
as Plato (voice)
Mosley (2019)
as Deaver (voice)
Uproar (2023)
as Brother Madigan
Not Only Fred Dagg But Also John Clarke (2025)
as Self
Little Lorraine (2026)
as Tim
Missing Christmas (2012)
as Mayor Dennis Gob (voice)
Love Birds (2011)
as Doug
Diagnosis: Death (2010)
as Specialist
What Now? (—)
Actor
Grace Period (—)
Actor
Rhys Darby: 25 Years (2026)
as Self
Peacock Season (2010)
as Galtrex Guy
Rhys Darby: Mystic Time Bird (2021)
as Self
Word of Mouth (2024)
as Womter (voice)
It's Rhys Darby Night! (2011)
as Self
Rhys Darby: I'm A Fighter Jet (2017)
as Self
Song of the Bigfoot (—)
Actor
Flight of the Conchords: On Air (2009)
as Self
Rhys Darby: This Way to Spaceship (2012)
as Self
Rhys Darby Live - Imagine That! (2008)
as Self