Karl Urban

About

Karl-Heinz Urban, professionally known as Karl Urban, is a renowned New Zealand actor born on June 7, 1972, in Wellington. With a career in the film industry spanning over decades, Urban has successfully etched his name in both Hollywood and his home country's film industry. He first gained international recognition for his role as Éomer in the "Lord of the Rings" Trilogy. However, he is best known for his roles as Leonard "Bones" McCoy in the "Star Trek" reboot series, Judge Dredd in the 2012 film "Dredd", and as Skurge in "Thor: Ragnarok". The versatile actor has also starred in several television series including "Almost Human", and "The Boys".

Associated With

Karl Urban, a highly acclaimed actor from New Zealand, has extensive connections across the film industry due to his successful career in both TV and film. Notable among his co-stars are actors like Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, and Simon Pegg with whom he shared screen space in the popular "Star Trek" franchise. Urban also teamed with Karl Urban for "Thor: Ragnarok". Another standout collaboration is his work with director Peter Jackson in the "Lord of the Rings" series. His association extends to TV series too; in 'The Boys', he works with actors like Jack Quaid and Erin Moriarty while engaging with creator Eric Kripke. Urban's personal life outside work has also made headlines, with his marriage to Natalie Wihongi, whom he divorced in 2014, marking his key personal association. Now, he is said to be in a relationship with actress Katee Sackhoff.

Career Highlights

• 1992: Karl Urban began his acting career with small roles in television series in his home country, New Zealand.
• 1998: Urban got his first major role as Julius Caesar in "Xena: Warrior Princess," which gained him a considerable amount of recognition.
• 2002: Urban's film career took off with his role as Éomer in "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers" and continued in "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" (2003).
• 2004: Urban starred in "The Chronicles of Riddick" alongside Vin Diesel.
• 2009: Urban took on the iconic role of Dr. Leonard 'Bones' McCoy in J.J. Abrams' reboot of "Star Trek," a role he reprised in "Star Trek Into Darkness" (2013) and "Star Trek Beyond" (2016).
• 2010: Urban played the lead character in the action film "RED".
• 2012: In the science fiction film "Dredd," Urban portrayed the character of Judge Dredd.
• 2014: Urban won the Qantas Film and Television Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in "Out of the Blue."
• 2017: Urban portrayed Skurge in "Thor: Ragnarok."
• 2019: Urban played Billy Butcher in the hit Amazon series "The Boys," securing a Saturn Award for Best Actor on Television.
• 2021: Urban received the iconic Critics' Choice Super Awards for Best Actor in a Superhero Series for his role in "The Boys."

Notable Awards

• New Zealand actor Karl Urban has not won many major mainstream awards for his roles in the film industry. However, he has been nominated multiple times for Saturn Awards for his roles in the "Star Trek" series and the film "Dredd". He won the Best Fight award at the MTV Movie Awards for "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers" in 2003, shared with his cast members.
• For more accurate information, it's recommended to check official databases because the awards may vary over time.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular karl urban Movie/TV Show?

One of the most popular movies that features Karl Urban is "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. In this acclaimed series, Urban plays Eomer, a crucial character in the epic fantasy saga. The trilogy has been praised globally for its story adaptation, special effects, and cast performances, including Urban’s. Apart from the trilogy, Urban also gained recognition for his role in the Star Trek reboot series. However, his role in "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy remains one of his most noted and impactful roles in his acting career.

How Did karl urban Get Famous?

Karl Urban achieved fame initially in his native New Zealand through his role in the soap opera "Shortland Street" and other local TV shows and films, but he garnered international recognition in Hollywood for his roles in high-profile projects. His breakthrough on the international scene came when he was cast as Eomer in Peter Jackson’s "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Thereafter, he gained more recognition through his notable roles in blockbuster films such as "Star Trek," where he played Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy, and "Dredd," where he played the titular character. His performances in these intense and impactful roles played a crucial part in propelling him to fame.