David Wenham

David Wenham

60 · Born: Sep 21, 1965

Personal Details

BornSep 21, 1965 Marrickville, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Parents
  • Kath Wenham
  • Bill Wenham

Biography

David Wenham, a renowned Australian thespian, has made a lasting impression on the entertainment industry through his multifaceted performances in a diverse array of film and television productions.

One of his most iconic roles is that of Faramir, the noble and stoic Steward of Gondor, in Peter Jackson's epic The Lord of the Rings trilogy.

In addition to his work in Middle-earth, Wenham has also brought to life the character of Friar Carl, a charismatic and enigmatic figure, in the Van Helsing franchise.

Moreover, his portrayal of Dilios, a fearless and loyal warrior, in Zack Snyder's visually stunning 300 has cemented his status as a master of action-packed performances.

Beyond his work in fantasy and adventure, Wenham has also demonstrated his versatility as an actor by appearing in a wide range of other films, including the critically acclaimed Moulin Rouge, the swashbuckling Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales, and the dark and atmospheric Dark City.

Furthermore, he has also made notable appearances in television, including the critically acclaimed Top of the Lake, the popular Australian sitcom SeaChange, and the beloved children's film Peter Rabbit.

Throughout his illustrious career, David Wenham has consistently impressed audiences with his remarkable range, depth, and nuance, solidifying his position as one of Australia's most respected and accomplished actors.

Career

2025
Spit
Spit as Johnny 'Spit' Spitieri
2024
Combat Wombat: Back 2 Back
Combat Wombat: Back 2 Back as Lenny Glick (voice)
Fake
Fake as Joe Burt
2022
Elvis
Elvis as Hank Snow
Pieces of Her
Pieces of Her as Jasper Queller
2021
Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway
Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway as Johnny Town-Mouse (voice)
2020
2019
Believe
Believe as Robert
Les Norton
Les Norton as Price Galese
2018
Nekrotronic
Nekrotronic as Luther
In Like Flynn
In Like Flynn as Travers
Peter Rabbit
Peter Rabbit as Johnny Town-Mouse (voice)
Romper Stomper
Romper Stomper as Jago Zoric
Wake in Fright
Wake in Fright as Jock Crawford
Iron Fist
Iron Fist as Harold Meachum
2016
Lion
Lion as John Brierley
Goldstone
Goldstone as Johnny
Blinky Bill the Movie
Blinky Bill the Movie as Jacko (voice)
Banished
Banished as Governor Arthur Phillip
Paper Planes
Paper Planes as Patrick (Jason's Father)
2013
Top of the Lake
Top of the Lake as Det. Al Parker
Better Man
Better Man as Julian McMahon
2012
Dripping in Chocolate
Dripping in Chocolate as Detective Bennett O'Mara
2011
Killing Time
Killing Time as Andrew Fraser
2010
Glenn Owen Dodds
Glenn Owen Dodds as Glenn Owen Dodds
2009
Pope Joan
Pope Joan as Gerold
Public Enemies
Public Enemies as Harry 'Pete' Pierpont
2008
Australia
Australia as Neil Fletcher
2007
Married Life
Married Life as John O'Brien
2006
300
300 as Dilios
Answered by Fire
Answered by Fire as Mark Waldman
2005
Three Dollars
Three Dollars as Eddie Harnovey
The Proposition
The Proposition as Eden Fletcher
Stiff
Stiff as Murray Whelan
The Brush-Off
The Brush-Off as Murray Whelan
2003
Gettin' Square
Gettin' Square as Johnny Francis 'Spit' Spitieri
Pure
Pure as Lenny
2001
Dust
Dust as Luke
The Bank
The Bank as Jim Doyle
2000
1999
Molokai
Molokai as Damien
1998
A Little Bit of Soul
A Little Bit of Soul as Dr. Richard Shorkinghorn
The Boys
The Boys as Brett Sprague
Dark City
Dark City as Schreber's Assistant
SeaChange
SeaChange as Daniel Della Bosca
1996
Idiot Box
Idiot Box as Bank Teller with a History
Cosi
Cosi as Doug
1994
No Escape
No Escape as Hotel Guard
1992
2018
Ellipsis
Ellipsis as Director, Writer
2013
The Turning
The Turning as Director, Writer