Lawrence Makoare
Actor
Born Mar 20, 1968 · Baston Point, Auckland, New Zealand
Active 1994–present
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.
Filmography
Forgive Us All (2025) - BrooksThe Convert (2024) - AkatarewaOccupation: Rainfall (2020) - Garry the AlienPearl in Paradise (2018) - AkamuThe Dead Lands (2014) - The WarriorThe Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013) - BolgFundamental (2012) - J.T.The Ferryman (2007) - SnakeThe Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) - Witchking / GothmogDie Another Day (2002) - Mr. KilThe Maori Merchant of Venice (2002) - Pirihina o Morako (Prince of Morocco)The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) - LurtzThe Price of Milk (2001) - NephewCrooked Earth (2001) - Kahu BastionWhat Becomes of the Broken Hearted? (1999) - GruntYoung Hercules (1998) - RoadieXena: Warrior Princess (1995) - Maecenus · Barbarian LeaderRapa Nui (1994) - Atta