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Lawrence Makoare

Lawrence Makoare

Lawrence Makoare (born 20 March 1968) is a New Zealand Māori actor. He is most known for his roles in The Lord of the Rings film series as several prominent antagonists, including Lurtz the Uruk-Hai and the Witch-King of Angmar.

Known for

Forgive Us All
Forgive Us All
2025 • Brooks
The Convert
The Convert
2024 • Akatarewa
Occupation: Rainfall
Occupation: Rainfall
2020 • Garry the Alien
Pearl in Paradise
Pearl in Paradise
2018 • Akamu
The Dead Lands
The Dead Lands
2014 • The Warrior
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
2013 • Bolg
Fundamental
2012 • J.T.
The Ferryman
The Ferryman
2007 • Snake

Full filmography

Forgive Us All
Forgive Us All
2025 • Brooks
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The Convert
The Convert
2024 • Akatarewa
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Occupation: Rainfall
Occupation: Rainfall
2020 • Garry the Alien
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Pearl in Paradise
Pearl in Paradise
2018 • Akamu
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The Dead Lands
The Dead Lands
2014 • The Warrior
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The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
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Fundamental
2012 • J.T.
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The Ferryman
The Ferryman
2007 • Snake
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The Making of 'The Return of the King'
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The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
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Die Another Day
Die Another Day
2002 • Mr. Kil
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The Making of 'The Fellowship of the Ring'
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The Maori Merchant of Venice
The Maori Merchant of Venice
2002 • Pirihina o Morako (Prince of Morocco)
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The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
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Crooked Earth
Crooked Earth
2001 • Kahu Bastion
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The Price of Milk
The Price of Milk
2000 • Nephew
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What Becomes of the Broken Hearted?
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Rapa Nui
Rapa Nui
1994 • Atta
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Lawrence Makoare – Biography, Known For & Filmography