Mark Ruffalo

Born:November 22, 1967

Place of Birth:Kenosha, Wisconsin, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Mark Ruffalo, born on November 22, 1967, in Wisconsin, is an American actor who has captivated audiences with his versatile performances on stage and screen. With a career spanning over three decades, Ruffalo has established himself as one of the most talented actors in Hollywood.

His breakthrough came in the late 1990s with his work in Kenneth Lonergan's play "This Is Our Youth" and the critically acclaimed drama film "You Can Count on Me." Ruffalo's ability to portray complex and nuanced characters earned him recognition and praise from both critics and audiences alike.

In addition to his dramatic roles, Ruffalo has showcased his comedic timing in films like "13 Going on 30" and "Just Like Heaven." He has also delved into the thriller genre with performances in "In the Cut," "Zodiac," and "Shutter Island," proving his versatility as an actor.

However, it was his portrayal of Bruce Banner, also known as The Hulk, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe that brought Ruffalo widespread international fame. His interpretation of the character added depth and humanity to the iconic superhero, earning him a dedicated fan base.

Ruffalo's talent has not gone unnoticed in the industry, as evidenced by his numerous award nominations and wins. His performances in films such as "The Kids Are All Right," "Foxcatcher," and "Spotlight" have earned him critical acclaim and accolades, including Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actor.

Beyond his work in film, Ruffalo has also made a mark on television, winning a Screen Actors Guild Award for his role in "The Normal Heart" and a Primetime Emmy Award for his dual role in the miniseries "I Know This Much Is True."

Mark Ruffalo's dedication to his craft, coupled with his ability to bring authenticity and depth to every character he portrays, has solidified his status as a respected and admired actor in the entertainment industry. With each new project, Ruffalo continues to captivate audiences and showcase his immense talent.

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Mickey 17

Kenneth Marshall

2025

Unlikely hero Mickey Barnes finds himself in the extraordinary circumstance of working for an employer who demands the ultimate commitment to the job… to die, for a living.

The Avengers

Bruce Banner / The Hulk

2012

When an unexpected enemy emerges and threatens global safety and security, Nick Fury, director of the international peacekeeping agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D., finds himself in need of a team to pull the world back from the brink of disaster. Spanning the globe, a daring recruitment effort begins!

Avengers: Infinity War

Bruce Banner / Hulk

2018

As the Avengers and their allies have continued to protect the world from threats too large for any one hero to handle, a new danger has emerged from the cosmic shadows: Thanos. A despot of intergalactic infamy, his goal is to collect all six Infinity Stones, artifacts of unimaginable power, and use them to inflict his twisted will on all of reality. Everything the Avengers have fought for has led up to this moment - the fate of Earth and existence itself has never been more uncertain.

Avengers: Endgame

Bruce Banner / Hulk

2019

After the devastating events of Avengers: Infinity War, the universe is in ruins due to the efforts of the Mad Titan, Thanos. With the help of remaining allies, the Avengers must assemble once more in order to undo Thanos' actions and restore order to the universe once and for all, no matter what consequences may be in store.

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

Bruce Banner / Hulk (uncredited)

2021

Shang-Chi must confront the past he thought he left behind when he is drawn into the web of the mysterious Ten Rings organization.

Avengers: Age of Ultron

Bruce Banner / Hulk

2015

When Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes are put to the ultimate test as the fate of the planet hangs in the balance. As the villainous Ultron emerges, it is up to The Avengers to stop him from enacting his terrible plans, and soon uneasy alliances and unexpected action pave the way for an epic and unique global adventure.

Poor Things

Duncan Wedderburn

2023

Brought back to life by an unorthodox scientist, a young woman runs off with a lawyer on a whirlwind adventure across the continents. Free from the prejudices of her times, she grows steadfast in her purpose to stand for equality and liberation.

Thor: Ragnarok

Bruce Banner / Hulk

2017

Thor is imprisoned on the other side of the universe and finds himself in a race against time to get back to Asgard to stop Ragnarok, the destruction of his home-world and the end of Asgardian civilization, at the hands of a powerful new threat, the ruthless Hela.

Iron Man 3

Bruce Banner (uncredited)

2013

When Tony Stark's world is torn apart by a formidable terrorist called the Mandarin, he starts an odyssey of rebuilding and retribution.

Zodiac

David Toschi

2007

The Zodiac murders cause the lives of Paul Avery, David Toschi and Robert Graysmith to intersect.

Now You See Me

Dylan Rhodes

2013

An FBI agent and an Interpol detective track a team of illusionists who pull off bank heists during their performances and reward their audiences with the money.

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

Stan

2004

Joel Barish, heartbroken that his girlfriend underwent a procedure to erase him from her memory, decides to do the same. However, as he watches his memories of her fade away, he realises that he still loves her, and may be too late to correct his mistake.

Captain Marvel

Bruce Banner / The Hulk (uncredited)

2019

The story follows Carol Danvers as she becomes one of the universe’s most powerful heroes when Earth is caught in the middle of a galactic war between two alien races. Set in the 1990s, Captain Marvel is an all-new adventure from a previously unseen period in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Now You See Me 2

Dylan Rhodes

2016

One year after outwitting the FBI and winning the public’s adulation with their mind-bending spectacles, the Four Horsemen resurface only to find themselves face to face with a new enemy who enlists them to pull off their most dangerous heist yet.

13 Going on 30

Matt Flamhaff

2004

A girl who's sick of the social strictures of junior high is transformed into a grownup overnight. In this feel-good fairy tale, teenager Jenna wants a boyfriend, and when she's unable to find one, she fantasizes about being a well-adjusted adult. Suddenly, her secret desire becomes a reality, and she is transformed into a 30-year-old, but adulthood, with its own set of male-female challenges, isn't as easy as it looks.

Spotlight

Michael Rezendes

2015

The true story of how the Boston Globe uncovered the massive scandal of child molestation and cover-up within the local Catholic Archdiocese, shaking the entire Catholic Church to its core.

Dark Waters

Robert Bilott

2019

A tenacious attorney uncovers a dark secret that connects a growing number of unexplained deaths to one of the world's largest corporations. In the process, he risks everything — his future, his family, and his own life — to expose the truth.

Collateral

Det. Ray Fanning

2004

Cab driver Max picks up a man who offers him $600 to drive him around. But the promise of easy money sours when Max realizes his fare is an assassin.

The Adam Project

Louis Reed

2022

After accidentally crash-landing in 2022, time-traveling fighter pilot Adam Reed teams up with his 12-year-old self on a mission to save the future.

Just Like Heaven

David Abbott

2005

Shortly after David Abbott moves into his new San Francisco digs, he has an unwelcome visitor on his hands: winsome Elizabeth Masterson, who asserts that the apartment is hers -- and promptly vanishes. When she starts appearing and disappearing at will, David thinks she's a ghost, while Elizabeth is convinced she's alive.

Date Night

Brad Sullivan

2010

Phil and Claire Foster fear that their mild-mannered relationship may be falling into a stale rut. During their weekly date night, their dinner reservation leads to their being mistaken for a couple of thieves—and now a number of unsavoury characters want Phil and Claire killed.

Where the Wild Things Are

The Boyfriend

2009

Max imagines running away from his mom and sailing to a far-off land where large talking beasts—Ira, Carol, Douglas, the Bull, Judith and Alexander—crown him as their king, play rumpus, build forts and discover secret hideaways.

The Last Castle

Yates

2001

A court-martialed general rallies together 1200 inmates to rise against the system that put him away.

Windtalkers

Pappas

2002

Joe Enders is a gung-ho Marine assigned to protect a "windtalker" - one of several Navajo Indians who were used to relay messages during World War II because their spoken language was indecipherable to Japanese code breakers.

Foxcatcher

David Schultz

2014

The greatest Olympic Wrestling Champion brother team joins Team Foxcatcher led by multimillionaire sponsor John E. du Pont as they train for the 1988 games in Seoul - a union that leads to unlikely circumstances.

Blindness

Doctor

2008

When a sudden plague of blindness devastates a city, a small group of the afflicted band together to triumphantly overcome the horrific conditions of their imposed quarantine.

Margaret

Gerald Maretti

2011

A young woman witnesses a bus accident, and is caught up in the aftermath, where the question of whether or not it was intentional affects many people's lives.

Rumor Has It...

Jeff Daly

2005

Sarah Huttinger's return home with her fiance convinces her that the sedate, proper, country-club lifestyle of her family isn't for her – and that maybe the Huttinger family isn't even hers – as she uncovers secrets that suggest the Huttingers are neither sedate nor proper.

In the Cut

Giovanni A. Malloy

2003

Following the gruesome murder of a young woman in her neighborhood, an English teacher living in New York City — as if to test the limits of her own safety —propels herself into an impossibly risky sexual liaison with a police detective.

Marvel Studios: Assembling a Universe

Self / Bruce Banner / Hulk

2014

A look at the story behind Marvel Studios and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, featuring interviews and behind-the-scenes footage from all of the Marvel films, the Marvel One-Shots and "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D."!

The Brothers Bloom

Stephen

2008

The Brothers Bloom are the best con men in the world, swindling millionaires with complex scenarios of lust and intrigue. Now they've decided to take on one last job – showing a beautiful and eccentric heiress the time of her life with a romantic adventure that takes them around the world.

My Life Without Me

Lee

2003

A fatally ill mother with only two months to live creates a list of things she wants to do before she dies without telling her family of her illness.

View from the Top

Ted Stewart

2003

No one thought Donna would go very far. But when she sets her sights on becoming a first-class international flight attendant, Donna throws caution to the wind and takes off in pursuit of her dream. The ride is anything but smooth, however, and Donna's laugh-packed journey of a lifetime is rocked by more turbulence than she bargained for.

Ride with the Devil

Alf Bowden

1999

Ride with the Devil follows four people who are fighting for truth and justice amidst the turmoil of the American Civil War. Director Ang Lee takes us to a no man's land on the Missouri/Kansas border where a staunch loyalist, an immigrant's son, a freed slave, and a young widow form an unlikely friendship as they learn how to survive in an uncertain time. In a place without rules and redefine the meaning of bravery and honor.

The Normal Heart

Ned Weeks

2014

The story of the onset of the HIV-AIDS crisis in New York City in the early 1980s, taking an unflinching look at the nation's sexual politics as gay activists and their allies in the medical community fight to expose the truth about the burgeoning epidemic to a city and nation in denial.

You Can Count on Me

Terry Prescott

2000

A single mother's life is thrown into turmoil after her struggling, rarely-seen younger brother returns to town.