Nicholas Hoult

Born:7 dicembre 1989

Place of Birth:Wokingham, England, UK

Known For:Acting

Biography

Nicholas Hoult, born on December 7, 1989, in England, is a versatile actor known for his remarkable performances in both big-budget mainstream productions and independent films. His journey in the entertainment industry began at a young age, showcasing his talent in local theatre productions before making his screen debut at just six years old in the film "Intimate Relations" in 1996. Hoult's breakthrough role came in the critically acclaimed comedy-drama "About a Boy" in 2002, setting the stage for a successful career ahead.

Transitioning from child actor to leading man, Hoult gained widespread recognition for his role as Tony Stonem in the popular teen series "Skins" from 2007 to 2008. His versatility shone through as he delved into adult roles, earning a BAFTA Rising Star Award nomination for his performance in the drama "A Single Man" in 2009. This marked the beginning of a series of impactful performances that would solidify his presence in the film industry.

Hoult's portrayal of the mutant Hank McCoy/Beast in the superhero film "X-Men: First Class" in 2011 further showcased his range as an actor. He continued to captivate audiences with roles in diverse projects, including the adventure film "Jack the Giant Slayer" and the romantic comedy "Warm Bodies" in 2013. His talent was on full display in the action-packed "Mad Max: Fury Road" in 2015, solidifying his status as a sought-after actor in Hollywood.

Venturing into historical roles, Hoult delivered compelling performances as various iconic figures, such as Robert Harley in the black comedy "The Favourite" in 2018 and writer J. R. R. Tolkien in "Tolkien" in 2019. His portrayal of Peter III in the comedy-drama series "The Great" from 2020 to 2023 garnered critical acclaim, earning him nominations for prestigious awards such as the Golden Globes and Primetime Emmy Award.

Beyond his on-screen work, Hoult's talents extend to voice acting and stage performances. He voiced Elliot in the action role-playing game "Fable III" in 2010 and appeared in the West End play "New Boy" in 2009, showcasing his versatility across different mediums. Known for his philanthropic efforts, Hoult supports charitable organizations such as the Teenage Cancer Trust and Christian Aid, using his platform to make a positive impact beyond the realm of entertainment.

Nicholas Hoult's impressive filmography, coupled with his dedication to his craft and philanthropic endeavors, solidifies his status as a talented and compassionate actor in the industry. With a promising future ahead, audiences can look forward to more captivating performances from this English star who continues to push boundaries and leave a lasting impression on the world of cinema.

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Dark Phoenix

Hank McCoy / Beast

2019

The X-Men face their most formidable and powerful foe when one of their own, Jean Grey, starts to spiral out of control. During a rescue mission in outer space, Jean is nearly killed when she's hit by a mysterious cosmic force. Once she returns home, this force not only makes her infinitely more powerful, but far more unstable. The X-Men must now band together to save her soul and battle aliens that want to use Grey's new abilities to rule the galaxy.

The Garfield Movie

Jon (voice)

2024

Garfield, the world-famous, Monday-hating, lasagna-loving indoor cat, is about to have a wild outdoor adventure! After an unexpected reunion with his long-lost father – scruffy street cat Vic – Garfield and his canine friend Odie are forced from their perfectly pampered life into joining Vic in a hilarious, high-stakes heist.

Deadpool 2

Beast (uncredited)

2018

Wisecracking mercenary Deadpool battles the evil and powerful Cable and other bad guys to save a boy's life.

Mad Max: Fury Road

Nux

2015

An apocalyptic story set in the furthest reaches of our planet, in a stark desert landscape where humanity is broken, and most everyone is crazed fighting for the necessities of life. Within this world exist two rebels on the run who just might be able to restore order.

Nosferatu

Thomas Hutter

2024

A gothic tale of obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire infatuated with her, causing untold horror in its wake.

The Menu

Tyler

2022

A young couple travels to a remote island to eat at an exclusive restaurant where the chef has prepared a lavish menu, with some shocking surprises.

Juror #2

Justin Kemp

2024

While serving as a juror in a high profile murder trial, family man Justin Kemp finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma…one he could use to sway the jury verdict and potentially convict—or free—the accused killer.

Jack the Giant Slayer

Jack

2013

The story of an ancient war that is reignited when a young farmhand unwittingly opens a gateway between our world and a fearsome race of giants. Unleashed on the Earth for the first time in centuries, the giants strive to reclaim the land they once lost, forcing the young man, Jack into the battle of his life to stop them. Fighting for a kingdom, its people, and the love of a brave princess, he comes face to face with the unstoppable warriors he thought only existed in legend–and gets the chance to become a legend himself.

X-Men: Days of Future Past

Hank / Beast

2014

The ultimate X-Men ensemble fights a war for the survival of the species across two time periods as they join forces with their younger selves in an epic battle that must change the past – to save our future.

The Order

Robert Jay Mathews

2024

A string of violent robberies in the Pacific Northwest leads veteran FBI agent Terry Husk into a white supremacist plot to overthrow the federal government.

X-Men: Apocalypse

Hank McCoy / Beast

2016

After the re-emergence of the world's first mutant, world-destroyer Apocalypse, the X-Men must unite to defeat his extinction level plan.

Renfield

2023

Having grown sick and tired of his centuries as Dracula's lackey, Renfield finds a new lease on life — and maybe even redemption — when he falls for feisty, perennially angry traffic cop Rebecca Quincy.

The Banker

Matt Steiner

2020

In the 1960s, two entrepreneurs hatch an ingenious business plan to fight for housing integration—and equal access to the American Dream. Nicholas Hoult and Nia Long co-star in this drama inspired by true events.

The Favourite

Harley

2018

England, early 18th century. The close relationship between Queen Anne and Sarah Churchill is threatened by the arrival of Sarah's cousin, Abigail Hill, resulting in a bitter rivalry between the two cousins to be the Queen's favourite.

Those Who Wish Me Dead

Patrick Blackwell

2021

A young boy finds himself pursued by two assassins in the Montana wilderness, with a survival expert determined to protect him, and a forest fire threatening to consume them all.

Clash of the Titans

Eusebios

2010

Born of a god but raised as a man, Perseus is helpless to save his family from Hades, vengeful god of the underworld. With nothing to lose, Perseus volunteers to lead a dangerous mission to defeat Hades before he can seize power from Zeus and unleash hell on earth. Battling unholy demons and fearsome beasts, Perseus and his warriors will only survive if Perseus accepts his power as a god, defies fate and creates his own destiny.

Once Upon a Deadpool

Hank McCoy / Beast (uncredited)

2018

A kidnapped Fred Savage is forced to endure Deadpool's PG-13 rendition of Deadpool 2, as a Princess Bride-esque story that's full of magic, wonder, and zero Fs.

Tolkien

J.R.R. Tolkien

2019

England, early 20th century. The future writer and philologist John Ronald Reuel Tolkien (1892-1973) and three of his schoolmates create a strong bond between them as they share the same passion for literature and art, a true fellowship that strengthens as they grow up, but the outbreak of World War I threatens to shatter it.

Collide

Casey Stein

2016

An American backpacker gets involved with a ring of drug smugglers as their driver, and winds up on the run from his employers across Cologne’s autobahns.

Newness

Martin Hallock

2017

In contemporary Los Angeles, two millennials navigating a social media–driven hookup culture begin a relationship that pushes both emotional and physical boundaries.

Sand Castle

Matt Ocre

2017

Set during the occupation of Iraq, a squad of U.S. soldiers try to protect a small village.

A Single Man

Kenny

2009

The life of George Falconer, a British college professor, is reeling with the recent and sudden loss of his longtime partner. This traumatic event makes George challenge his own will to live as he seeks the console of his close girl friend Charley, who is struggling with her own questions about life.

Equals

Silas

2015

A futuristic love story set in a world where emotions have been eradicated.

The Current War

Nikola Tesla

2018

Electricity titans Thomas Edison and George Westinghouse compete to create a sustainable system and market it to the American people.

True History of the Kelly Gang

Sgt. Fitzpatrick

2019

Set against the badlands of Australia where the English rule with a bloody fist and the Irish endure, Ned Kelly discovers he comes from a line of Irish rebels — an uncompromising army of cross dressing bandits immortalised for terrorising their oppressors back in Ireland. Fuelled by the unfair arrest of his mother, Kelly recruits a wild bunch of warriors to plot one of the most audacious attacks of anarchy and rebellion the country has ever seen.

Rebel in the Rye

J.D. Salinger

2017

The life of celebrated but reclusive author J.D. Salinger, who gained worldwide fame with the publication of his novel The Catcher in the Rye.

About a Boy

Marcus Brewer

2002

Will Freeman is a good-looking, smooth-talking bachelor whose primary goal in life is avoiding any kind of responsibility. But when he invents an imaginary son in order to meet attractive single moms, Will gets a hilarious lesson about life from a bright, but hopelessly geeky 12-year-old named Marcus. Now, as Will struggles to teach Marcus the art of being cool, Marcus teaches Will that you're never too old to grow up.

Dark Places

Lyle Wirth

2015

A woman who survived the brutal killing of her family as a child is forced to confront the events of that day.

Young Ones

Flem Lever

2014

In a future where water is scarce, a farmer defends his land and hopes to rejuvenate his parched soil. However, his daughter's boyfriend schemes to steal the land for himself.

X-Men: First Class

Hank / Beast

2011

Before Charles Xavier and Erik Lensherr took the names Professor X and Magneto, they were two young men discovering their powers for the first time. Before they were arch-enemies, they were closest of friends, working together with other mutants (some familiar, some new), to stop the greatest threat the world has ever known.