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