Actor

Rhys Darby: Movies & Box Office

films: 27
on screen: 2008–2026
box office: $1.94B
average score: 67

Born: March 21, 1974 (age 52)
Birthplace: Auckland, New Zealand
Full name: Rhys Montague Darby
Citizenship: New Zealand
Occupations: Actor, comedian
Years active: 1996-present
Spouses: Rosie Carnahan
Children: 2

Known for

The Best Rhys Darby Movies

The highest-rated films Rhys Darby is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. Uproar (2024) scores highest, at 83. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.

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Career at a glance

Rhys Darby's Career in Numbers

Rhys Darby's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Rhys Darby works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Peacock Season (2010) to The Sheep Detectives (2026), and the 2020s were the busiest decade.

Rhys Darby Movies by Decade

2010s 9
2020s 12

The 2020s were Rhys Darby's busiest decade, with 12 films.

Rhys Darby Movies by Genre

Comedy 7
Action 6
Animation 4
Drama 1
Adventure 1
Family 1

Comedy is the genre Rhys Darby has worked in most, with 7 films, ahead of action (6).

Rhys Darby Career Milestones

First film: Peacock Season 2010
Biggest box office hit: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle $963M worldwide
Best-rated film: Uproar Movie Echo Score 83
Newest film: The Sheep Detectives 2026

27 credits

Rhys Darby Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Rhys Darby is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 67. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Rhys Darby Movies as an Actor

Rhys Darby in Documentaries & Specials

Biography

Who Is Rhys Darby?

Rhys Darby was born in Auckland, New Zealand in 1974 and is 52 years old. Credited on films since 2008, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Rhys Montague Darby is a renowned New Zealand actor and comedian who was born on 21st March 1974. A master in the portrayal of energetic physical comedy routines, Darby narrates stories accompanied by mime and sound effects in the perfect impersonation of machinery and animals. His exceptional talent has led him to acquire numerous accolades, including nominations for the Billy T Award in 2001 and 2002, as well as being the recipient of the 2012 Fred (Dagg) Award for best NZ show at the New Zealand International Comedy Festival. Darby is popularly known for his role in the television series, Flight of the Conchords, where he plays the band manager, Murray Hewitt. He was also featured in several films such as Yes Man (2008), The Boat That Rocked (2009), Trolls (2016), and Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) among others.

From 2022 to 2023, Darby starred in the HBO Max show Our Flag Means Death as pirate captain Stede Bonnet. Darby's career also extends in hosting duties, evidenced by his participation in the 51st International Emmy Awards in November 2023, and subsequently presenting at the 75th Creative Arts Emmy Awards in January 2024. His recent ventures also include a promotional video for the launch of the fifth expansion for 'Final Fantasy XIV', Dawntrail. He announced in November 2024 his plans to make a thrilling comeback to stand-up comedy with a new show named The Legend Returns, expected to tour in 2025.

Works with

Who Rhys Darby Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Rhys Darby shares the most films with. Jemaine Clement comes first, with 3 films together, followed by Jack Black (2).

FAQ

Rhys Darby: Questions & Answers

How many movies Rhys Darby has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Rhys Darby been in?

Rhys Darby is credited on 27 films, from 2008 to 2026. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Rhys Darby's highest-grossing movie?

Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) is Rhys Darby's biggest box office hit, with $963M worldwide, ahead of Jumanji: The Next Level (2019) ($802M). Across every film with box office figures, Rhys Darby's movies have made $1.94B.

Rhys Darby's biggest hits

What is the best Rhys Darby movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Rhys Darby's best-rated film is Uproar (2024) with a score of 83, followed by Teen Titans Go! vs. Teen Titans (2019) (83).

Best Rhys Darby movies, ranked

How old is Rhys Darby?

Rhys Darby is 52 years old, born on March 21, 1974 in Auckland, New Zealand.

What is Rhys Darby's newest movie?

The most recent film on Rhys Darby's filmography is The Sheep Detectives (2026), in the role of Wool-Eyes.

Who does Rhys Darby work with most often?

Rhys Darby shares the most films with Jemaine Clement (3 films), Jack Black (2 films) and Ser'Darius William Blain (2 films).

The Best Rhys Darby Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 27 credits.

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