Geoffrey Rush

Born:July 6, 1951

Place of Birth:Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia

Known For:Acting

Biography

Geoffrey Rush, born on July 6, 1951, in Toowoomba, Australia, is a versatile actor known for his captivating performances on both stage and screen. With his unique ability to embody eccentric characters, Rush has established himself as a true master of his craft. His impressive accolades include the prestigious Triple Crown of Acting, making him one of the select few to have received an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Tony Award.

Throughout his illustrious career, Rush has garnered widespread acclaim for his portrayals of complex and multifaceted characters. His ability to bring depth and nuance to his roles has earned him numerous awards, including three British Academy Film Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and four Screen Actors Guild Awards. His dedication to his craft and his commitment to excellence have solidified his reputation as one of the finest actors of his generation.

In addition to his remarkable achievements on screen, Rush is also a prominent figure in the Australian film industry. As the founding president of the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts, he has played a pivotal role in promoting and celebrating Australian talent in the world of entertainment. His contributions to the industry were further recognized when he was named the Australian of the Year in 2012, a testament to his impact and influence on the cultural landscape of his homeland.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Rush is known for his philanthropic efforts and his commitment to various charitable causes. His passion for using his platform to make a positive impact on society is a testament to his generosity and compassion. Whether he is captivating audiences with his captivating performances or using his voice to advocate for important issues, Rush continues to inspire and uplift those around him.

Geoffrey Rush's legacy as an actor and as a cultural ambassador extends far beyond the silver screen. His ability to bring humanity and depth to every character he portrays has left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment. As he continues to push boundaries and challenge himself with each new role, Rush remains a beacon of creativity and excellence in the industry.

With a career spanning decades and a body of work that continues to captivate audiences around the globe, Geoffrey Rush stands as a testament to the power of storytelling and the transformative nature of art. His dedication to his craft, his commitment to excellence, and his unwavering passion for his work have cemented his status as a true icon in the world of acting. As he continues to push the boundaries of his artistry, Rush remains a shining example of the magic and beauty of the performing arts.

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Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl

Barbossa

2003

After Port Royal is attacked and pillaged by a mysterious pirate crew, capturing the governor's daughter Elizabeth Swann in the process, William Turner asks free-willing pirate Jack Sparrow to help him locate the crew's ship—The Black Pearl—so that he can rescue the woman he loves.

Finding Nemo

Nigel (voice)

2003

Nemo, an adventurous young clownfish, is unexpectedly taken from his Great Barrier Reef home to a dentist's office aquarium. It's up to his worrisome father Marlin and a friendly but forgetful fish Dory to bring Nemo home -- meeting vegetarian sharks, surfer dude turtles, hypnotic jellyfish, hungry seagulls, and more along the way.

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

Hector Barbossa

2011

Captain Jack Sparrow crosses paths with a woman from his past, and he's not sure if it's love — or if she's a ruthless con artist who's using him to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. When she forces him aboard the Queen Anne's Revenge, the ship of the formidable pirate Blackbeard, Jack finds himself on an unexpected adventure in which he doesn't know who to fear more: Blackbeard or the woman from his past.

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest

Hector Barbossa

2006

Captain Jack Sparrow races to recover the heart of Davy Jones to avoid enslaving his soul to Jones' service, as other friends and foes seek the heart for their own agenda as well.

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End

Barbossa

2007

Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann join forces with the revived Captain Barbossa to free Jack Sparrow from Davy Jones' locker. The group must navigate dangerous waters, confront many foes and, ultimately, choose sides in a battle wherein piracy itself hangs in the balance.

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales

Hector Barbossa

2017

Thrust into an all-new adventure, a down-on-his-luck Capt. Jack Sparrow feels the winds of ill-fortune blowing even more strongly when deadly ghost sailors led by his old nemesis, the evil Capt. Salazar, escape from the Devil's Triangle. Jack's only hope of survival lies in seeking out the legendary Trident of Poseidon, but to find it, he must forge an uneasy alliance with a brilliant and beautiful astronomer and a headstrong young man in the British navy.

Minions

Narrator (voice)

2015

Minions Stuart, Kevin and Bob are recruited by Scarlet Overkill, a super-villain who, alongside her inventor husband Herb, hatches a plot to take over the world.

Munich

Ephraim

2005

During the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, eleven Israeli athletes are taken hostage and murdered by a Palestinian terrorist group known as Black September. In retaliation, the Israeli government recruits a group of Mossad agents to track down and execute those responsible for the attack.

Green Lantern

Tomar-Re (voice)

2011

For centuries, a small but powerful force of warriors called the Green Lantern Corps has sworn to keep intergalactic order. Each Green Lantern wears a ring that grants him superpowers. But when a new enemy called Parallax threatens to destroy the balance of power in the Universe, their fate and the fate of Earth lie in the hands of the first human ever recruited.

Gods of Egypt

Ra

2016

A common thief joins a mythical god on a quest through Egypt.

The King's Speech

Lionel Logue

2010

The King's Speech tells the story of the man who became King George VI, the father of Queen Elizabeth II. After his brother abdicates, George ('Bertie') reluctantly assumes the throne. Plagued by a dreaded stutter and considered unfit to be king, Bertie engages the help of an unorthodox speech therapist named Lionel Logue. Through a set of unexpected techniques, and as a result of an unlikely friendship, Bertie is able to find his voice and boldly lead the country into war.

Frida

Leon Trotsky

2002

A biography of artist Frida Kahlo, who channeled the pain of a crippling injury and her tempestuous marriage into her work.

Elizabeth

Sir Francis Walsingham

1998

The story of the ascension to the throne and the early reign of Queen Elizabeth the First, the endless attempts by her council to marry her off, the Catholic hatred of her and her romance with Lord Robert Dudley.

The Rule of Jenny Pen

Stefan Mortensen

2025

Confined to a secluded rest home and trapped within his stroke-ridden body, a former Judge must stop an elderly psychopath who employs a child's puppet to abuse the home's residents with deadly consequences.

Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole

Ezylryb (voice)

2010

When a young owl is abducted by an evil Owl army, he must escape with new-found friends and seek the legendary Guardians to stop the menace.

Elizabeth: The Golden Age

Sir Francis Walsingham

2007

When Queen Elizabeth's reign is threatened by ruthless familial betrayal and Spain's invading army, she and her shrewd adviser must act to safeguard the lives of her people.

The Book Thief

Hans Hubermann

2013

While subjected to the horrors of WWII Germany, young Liesel finds solace by stealing books and sharing them with others. Under the stairs in her home, a Jewish refugee is being sheltered by her adoptive parents.

Quills

Marquis de Sade

2000

A nobleman with a literary flair, the Marquis de Sade lives in a madhouse where a beautiful laundry maid smuggles his erotic stories to a printer, defying orders from the asylum's resident priest. The titillating passages whip all of France into a sexual frenzy, until a fiercely conservative doctor tries to put an end to the fun.

Mystery Men

Casanova Frankenstein

1999

When Champion City's hero Captain Amazing is kidnapped by the recently paroled supervillain Casanova Frankenstein, a trio of average, everyday superheroes -- Mr. Furious, the Shoveler and the Blue Raja -- assemble a new super team to save him.

Intolerable Cruelty

Donovan Donaly

2003

A revenge-seeking gold digger marries a womanizing Beverly Hills lawyer with the intention of making a killing in the divorce.

House on Haunted Hill

Stephen Price

1999

An amusement park mogul offers a random group of diverse people $1 million to spend the night in a decrepit former mental institution.

Shakespeare in Love

Philip Henslowe

1998

Young Shakespeare is forced to stage his latest comedy, "Romeo and Ethel, the Pirate's Daughter," before it's even written. When a lovely noblewoman auditions for a role, they fall into forbidden love -- and his play finds a new life (and title). As their relationship progresses, Shakespeare's comedy soon transforms into tragedy.

Shine

David as an adult

1996

Pianist David Helfgott, driven by his father and teachers, has a breakdown. Years later he returns to the piano, to popular if not critical acclaim.

Les Misérables

Javert

1998

In 19th century France, Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for stealing bread, must flee a relentless policeman named Javert. The pursuit consumes both men's lives, and soon Valjean finds himself in the midst of the student revolutions in France.

The Best Offer

Virgil Oldman

2013

Virgil Oldman is a world renowned antiques expert and auctioneer. An eccentric genius, he leads a solitary life, going to extreme lengths to keep his distance from the messiness of human relationships. When appointed by the beautiful but emotionally damaged Claire to oversee the valuation and sale of her family’s priceless art collection, Virgil allows himself to form an attachment to her – and soon he is engulfed by a passion which will rock his bland existence to the core.

The Tailor of Panama

Harry Pendel

2001

A British spy is banished to Panama after having an affair with an ambassador's mistress. Once there he makes connection with a local tailor with a nefarious past and connections to all of the top political and gangster figures in Panama. The tailor also has a wife, who works for the Panamanian president and a huge debt. The mission is to learn what the President intends to do with the Canal.

Ned Kelly

Superintendent Francis Hare

2003

After getting threatened by Kelly's friends and family, Constable Fitzpatrick places the blame on Ned Kelly and exaggerates what happened. With the biggest ever award available, Kelly and his gang set into the wild, to remain hidden from everyone who seeks them. Even if it means having his family arrested, the members of the Kelly Gang stay hidden and plan a way to get their names cleared.

Holding the Man

Barry

2015

Tim and John fell in love while teenagers at their all-boys high school. John was captain of the football team, Tim an aspiring actor playing a minor part in Romeo and Juliet. Their romance endured for 15 years in the face of everything life threw at it – the separations, the discrimination, the temptations, the jealousies and the losses – until the only problem that love can't solve tried to destroy them.