About
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 All2025 · Brooks
The Convert2024 · Akatarewa
Occupation: Rainfall2020 · Garry the Alien
Pearl in Paradise2018 · Akamu
The Dead Lands2014 · The Warrior
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug2013 · Bolg
Fundamental2012 · J.T.
The Ferryman2007 · Snake
The Making of 'The Return of the King'2004 · Self
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King2003 · Witchking / Gothmog
Die Another Day2002 · Mr. Kil
The Making of 'The Fellowship of the Ring'2002 · Self
The Maori Merchant of Venice2002 · Pirihina o Morako (Prince of Morocco)
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring2001 · Lurtz
Crooked Earth2001 · Kahu Bastion
The Price of Milk2001 · Nephew
What Becomes of the Broken Hearted?1999 · Grunt
Rapa Nui1994 · Atta