Rutger Hauer

Rutger Hauer

Born:January 23, 1944

Place of Birth:Breukelen, Utrecht, Netherlands

Died:July 19, 2019

Known For:Acting

Biography

Rutger Oelsen Hauer, born on January 23, 1944, was a Dutch film actor whose captivating performances left an indelible mark on the world of cinema. Known for his versatile roles in a variety of genres, Hauer's career spanned decades and included memorable characters in films such as "Blade Runner," "The Hitcher," and "Batman Begins."

Growing up in Amsterdam, Hauer's early years were shaped by the influence of his parents, both drama teachers, who instilled in him a love for the arts. Despite their busy schedules, he found his own path to the stage, eventually landing a breakthrough role in the popular Dutch television series "Floris," which catapulted him to fame in his homeland.

Hauer's talent caught the eye of director Paul Verhoeven, leading to his English-language debut in "The Wilby Conspiracy" and subsequent roles in Hollywood. It was his portrayal of the enigmatic replicant Roy Batty in Ridley Scott's "Blade Runner" that solidified his status as a cinematic icon, showcasing his ability to bring depth and complexity to his characters.

Beyond his acting prowess, Hauer was a passionate advocate for environmental causes, actively supporting organizations like Greenpeace and establishing his own AIDS awareness foundation, the Rutger Hauer Starfish Foundation. His dedication to making a positive impact extended beyond the screen, reflecting a man of integrity and compassion.

In addition to his philanthropic work, Hauer was a published author, sharing his experiences and insights in his autobiography "All Those Moments: Stories of Heroes, Villains, Replicants, and Blade Runners." The book not only delved into his cinematic journey but also highlighted his personal values and beliefs, offering a glimpse into the man behind the roles.

Throughout his life, Hauer remained committed to his craft, delivering performances that resonated with audiences around the world. His legacy as a talented actor and a humanitarian continues to inspire those who admire his work, serving as a testament to the impact one individual can have on both the entertainment industry and society at large.

Rutger Hauer's influence transcends the characters he portrayed on screen, leaving behind a legacy that encompasses both his artistic contributions and his dedication to making a difference in the world. With a career marked by memorable performances and a commitment to social causes, he will always be remembered as a true icon of cinema.

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Filmography

Acting

Blade Runner

Blade Runner

Batty

1982

In the smog-choked dystopian Los Angeles of 2019, blade runner Rick Deckard is called out of retirement to terminate a quartet of replicants who have escaped to Earth seeking their creator for a way to extend their short life spans.
Batman Begins

Batman Begins

Earle

2005

Driven by tragedy, billionaire Bruce Wayne dedicates his life to uncovering and defeating the corruption that plagues his home, Gotham City. Unable to work within the system, he instead creates a new identity, a symbol of fear for the criminal underworld - The Batman.
Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets

Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets

President of the World State Federation

2017

In the 28th century, Valerian and Laureline are special operatives charged with keeping order throughout the human territories. On assignment from the Minister of Defense, the two undertake a mission to Alpha, an ever-expanding metropolis where species from across the universe have converged over centuries to share knowledge, intelligence, and cultures. At the center of Alpha is a mysterious dark force which threatens the peaceful existence of the City of a Thousand Planets, and Valerian and Laureline must race to identify the menace and safeguard not just Alpha, but the future of the universe.
Sin City

Sin City

Cardinal Patrick Henry Roark

2005

Welcome to Sin City. This town beckons to the tough, the corrupt, the brokenhearted. Some call it dark… Hard-boiled. Then there are those who call it home — Crooked cops, sexy dames, desperate vigilantes. Some are seeking revenge, others lust after redemption, and then there are those hoping for a little of both. A universe of unlikely and reluctant heroes still trying to do the right thing in a city that refuses to care.
The Rite

The Rite

Istvan Kovak

2011

Seminary student Michael Kovak reluctantly attends exorcism school at the Vatican. While he’s in Rome, Michael meets an unorthodox priest who introduces him to the darker side of his faith, uncovering the devil’s reach even to one of the holiest places on Earth.
Iron Mask

Iron Mask

English Ambassador

2019

Commissioned to map the Far East territories of the Russian Empire, cartographer Jonathan Green sets off on a long journey of unbelievable adventures—making breath-taking discoveries and meeting mysterious creatures, Chinese princesses, deadly masters of oriental martial arts, and even the King of Dragons.
Ladyhawke

Ladyhawke

Captain Etienne Navarre

1985

Captain Etienne Navarre is a man on whose shoulders lies a cruel curse. Punished for loving each other, Navarre must become a wolf by night whilst his lover, Lady Isabeau, takes the form of a hawk by day. Together, with the thief Philippe Gaston, they must try to overthrow the corrupt Bishop and in doing so break the spell.
The Sisters Brothers

The Sisters Brothers

The Commodore

2018

Oregon, 1851. Hermann Kermit Warm, a chemist and aspiring gold prospector, keeps a profitable secret that the Commodore wants to know, so he sends the Sisters brothers, two notorious assassins, to capture him on his way to California.
The Hitcher

The Hitcher

John Ryder

1986

On a stormy night, young Jim, who transports a luxury car from Chicago to California to deliver it to its owner, feeling tired and sleepy, picks up a mysterious hitchhiker, who has appeared out of nowhere, thinking that a good conversation will help him not to fall asleep. He will have enough time to deeply regret such an unmeditated decision.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Lothos

1992

Blonde, bouncy Buffy is your typical high school cheerleader. But all that changes when a strange man informs her she's been chosen by fate to kill vampires.
Confessions of a Dangerous Mind

Confessions of a Dangerous Mind

Keeler

2002

Television made him famous, but his biggest hits happened off screen. Television producer by day, CIA assassin by night, Chuck Barris was recruited by the CIA at the height of his TV career and trained to become a covert operative. Or so Barris said.
The Scorpion King 4: Quest for Power

The Scorpion King 4: Quest for Power

King Zakour

2015

When he is betrayed by a trusted friend, Mathayus must marshal all his strength and cunning to outwit a formidable opponent who will stop at nothing to unlock a supreme ancient power.
Samson

Samson

Manoah

2018

After losing the love of his life to a cruel Philistine prince, a young Hebrew with Supernatural strength defends his people, sacrificing everything to avenge his love, his people, and his God.
Blind Fury

Blind Fury

Nick Parker

1989

A blind Vietnam vet, trained as a swordfighter, comes to America and helps to rescue the son of a fellow soldier.
Flesh + Blood

Flesh + Blood

Martin

1985

A band of medieval mercenaries take revenge on a noble lord who decides not to pay them by kidnapping the betrothed of the noble's son. As the plague and warfare cut a swathe of destruction throughout the land, the mercenaries hole up in a castle and await their fate.
Admiral

Admiral

Maarten Tromp

2015

When the young republic of The Netherlands is attacked by England, France and Germany and faces its own civil war no less, only one man, Michael de Ruyter, can lead the county's strongest weapon, the Dutch fleet.
Fatherland

Fatherland

SS-Sturmbannführer Xavier March

1994

Fictional account of what might have happened if Hitler had won the war. It is now the 1960s and Germany's war crimes have so far been kept a secret. Hitler wants to talk peace with the US president. An American journalist and a German homicide cop stumble into a plot to destroy all evidence of the genocide.
Wedlock

Wedlock

Frank Warren

1991

A male prison escapee heads for his hidden loot, electronically attached to a female prisoner.
Split Second

Split Second

Stone

1992

In a flooded future London, Detective Harley Stone hunts a serial killer who murdered his partner and has haunted him ever since — but he soon discovers what he is hunting might not be human.
Goal II: Living the Dream

Goal II: Living the Dream

Rudi van der Merwe

2007

Tempted away from Newcastle United to join Real Madrid, rising star Santiago Munez finds this latest change of fortune the greatest challenge yet - personally as well as professionally. He is reunited with Gavin Harris, though they must compete to be on the team, and estranged from fiancee Roz, whose nursing career keeps her back home.
Nighthawks

Nighthawks

Wulfgar

1981

When one of Europe's most lethal terrorists shows up in New York, an elite undercover cop is assigned to take him down by any means necessary.
Hobo with a Shotgun

Hobo with a Shotgun

Hobo

2011

A vigilante homeless man pulls into a new city and finds himself trapped in urban chaos, a city where crime rules and where the city's crime boss reigns. Seeing an urban landscape filled with armed robbers, corrupt cops, abused prostitutes and even a pedophile Santa, the Hobo goes about bringing justice to the city the best way he knows how - with a 20-gauge shotgun. Mayhem ensues when he tries to make things better for the future generation. Street justice will indeed prevail.
Turkish Delight

Turkish Delight

Eric Vonk

1973

Eric, a gifted sculptor, has a stormy, erotic, and star-crossed romance with a beautiful young woman named Olga.

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