Actor
Guy Pearce
- Born: 5 October 1967, Ely, Cambridgeshire, England
- Estimated net worth: $16 million
Guy Pearce is an Australian actor known for his versatile roles in film and television. He gained recognition for his performances in 'L.A. Confidential', 'Memento', and 'The King's Speech'. With a career spanning over three decades, Pearce is celebrated for…
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About Guy Pearce
Guy Pearce is an Australian actor known for his versatile roles in film and television. He gained recognition for his performances in 'L.A. Confidential', 'Memento', and 'The King's Speech'. With a career spanning over three decades, Pearce is celebrated for his ability to embody complex characters and his distinctive voice, making him a respected figure in the industry.
- Born
- 5 October 1967, Ely, Cambridgeshire, England
- Height
- 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
- Spouses
- Kate Mestitz (1997-2015)
- Children
- 1 child, Monte Pearce
- Parents
- Anne Pearce, Stuart Pearce
- Estimated net worth
- $16 million
Fun facts about Guy Pearce
- Guy Pearce is also a talented musician and has released several albums showcasing his musical skills.
- He initially gained fame in Australia through the popular soap opera 'Neighbours' before transitioning to international films.
Famous Guy Pearce quotes
“I’m not a hero. I’m just a man trying to survive.”
“You’re not a monster. You’re just a man.”
“You can't trust anyone.”
Guy Pearce filmography
Cast (129)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Ink Movie | Rupert Murdoch | |
| 2026 | The Dog Stars Movie | Pops | 6.6 |
| 2025 | The Woman in Cabin 10 Movie | Richard Bullmer | 6.2 |
| 2025 | Killing Faith Movie | Bender | 6.4 |
| 2025 | Together for Palestine Movie | Self | 8.2 |
| 2025 | Scarcity Movie | Voice | |
| 2025 | The Shrouds Movie | Maury Entrekin | 5.8 |
| 2025 | Inside Movie | Warren Murfett | 6.2 |
| 2024 | The Brutalist Movie | Harrison Lee Van Buren Sr | 6.9 |
| 2024 | The Convert Movie | Thomas Munro | 6.2 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Sunrise Movie | Reynolds | 5.5 |
| 2023 | The Clearing TV | Dr. Bryce Latham | 6.4 |
| 2022 | A Spy Among Friends TV | Kim Philby | 6.5 |
| 2022 | The Infernal Machine Movie | Bruce Cogburn | 6.2 |
| 2022 | Take 5 with Zan Rowe TV | Self | 3.0 |
| 2022 | Neighbours Made Me a Star Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 2022 | Memory Movie | Vincent Serra | 6.7 |
| 2021 | Back to the Outback Movie | Frank (voice) | 7.6 |
| 2021 | Zone 414 Movie | David Carmichael | 5.3 |
| 2021 | Tom Clancy's Without Remorse Movie | Thomas Clay | 6.9 |
| 2021 | Mare of Easttown TV | Richard Ryan | 8.2 |
| 2021 | The Seventh Day Movie | Father Peter | 5.2 |
| 2020 | Bloodshot Movie | Dr. Emil Harting | 6.7 |
| 2020 | Disturbing the Peace: A Small Town Standoff Movie | Self (archive footage) | 6.0 |
| 2020 | Disturbing the Peace Movie | Jim Dillon | 4.6 |
| 2019 | A Christmas Carol TV | Ebenezer Scrooge | 6.8 |
| 2019 | FX's A Christmas Carol Movie | Ebenezer Scrooge | 7.2 |
| 2019 | The Last Vermeer Movie | Han van Meegeren | 6.5 |
| 2019 | Domino Movie | Joe Martin | 4.6 |
| 2018 | Mary Queen of Scots Movie | William Cecil | 6.5 |
| 2018 | The Innocents TV | Halvorson | 5.7 |
| 2018 | The Catcher Was a Spy Movie | Robert Furman | 6.2 |
| 2018 | Spinning Man Movie | Evan Birch | 5.6 |
| 2018 | Swinging Safari Movie | Keith Hall | 5.3 |
| 2017 | Donny The Drone Movie | Donny (voice) | 4.5 |
| 2017 | Alien: Covenant Movie | Peter Weyland (uncredited) | 6.2 |
| 2017 | When We Rise TV | Cleve Jones | 6.3 |
| 2016 | Genius Movie | F. Scott Fitzgerald | 6.5 |
| 2016 | Brimstone Movie | The Reverend | 7.1 |
| 2016 | Jack Irish TV | Jack Irish | 6.5 |
| 2016 | Lorne Movie | Lorne | 6.0 |
| 2016 | The Wizards of Aus TV | Morgan Wright | 6.2 |
| 2015 | The Late Show with Stephen Colbert TV | Self - Guest | 6.1 |
| 2015 | Holding the Man Movie | Dick Conigrave | 7.7 |
| 2015 | Colin Hay: Waiting for My Real Life Movie | Self | 5.3 |
| 2015 | Equals Movie | Jonas | 6.1 |
| 2015 | Between a Frock and a Hard Place Movie | Self | 7.8 |
| 2015 | Results Movie | Trevor | 5.1 |
| 2015 | The Late Late Show with James Corden TV | Self | 5.1 |
| 2015 | Neighbours 30th: The Stars Reunite Movie | Self | 2.2 |
| 2014 | Something Elemental: Making 'The Rover' Movie | Self | 5.0 |
| 2014 | The Rover Movie | Eric | 6.3 |
| 2014 | Jack Irish: Dead Point Movie | Jack Irish | 6.6 |
| 2014 | Hateship Loveship Movie | Ken | 5.8 |
| 2014 | Late Night with Seth Meyers TV | Self - Guest | 5.1 |
| 2013 | Sean Saves the World TV | Miles | 5.8 |
| 2013 | Iron Man 3 Movie | Aldrich Killian | 6.9 |
| 2013 | Breathe In Movie | Keith Reynolds | 5.9 |
| 2012 | Jack Irish: Black Tide Movie | Jack Irish | 6.6 |
| 2012 | Jack Irish: Bad Debts Movie | Jack Irish | 6.5 |
| 2012 | The Furious Gods: Making Prometheus Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 2012 | Lawless Movie | Charlie Rakes | 7.1 |
| 2012 | Prometheus Movie | Peter Weyland | 6.6 |
| 2012 | Lockout Movie | Snow | 5.9 |
| 2011 | Seeking Justice Movie | Simon | 5.9 |
| 2011 | 33 Postcards Movie | Dean Randall | 5.5 |
| 2011 | Mildred Pierce TV | Monte Beragon | 7.0 |
| 2010 | The King's Speech Movie | King Edward VIII | 7.7 |
| 2010 | Don't Be Afraid of the Dark Movie | Alex Hirst | 5.8 |
| 2010 | Animal Kingdom Movie | Nathan Leckie | 6.8 |
| 2009 | The Road Movie | Veteran | 7.0 |
| 2009 | Winged Creatures Movie | Dr Bruce Laraby | 5.9 |
| 2009 | In Her Skin Movie | Mr. Barber | 6.0 |
| 2008 | Bedtime Stories Movie | Kendall | 6.2 |
| 2008 | The Hurt Locker Movie | Sergeant Matt Thompson | 7.2 |
| 2008 | Sunlight and Shadow: The Visual Style of 'L.A. Confidential' Movie | Self | 5.0 |
| 2008 | Whatever You Desire: Making 'L.A. Confidential' Movie | Self | 8.0 |
| 2008 | Traitor Movie | Roy Clayton | 6.7 |
| 2007 | Death Defying Acts Movie | Harry Houdini | 5.9 |
| 2006 | Factory Girl Movie | Andy Warhol | 6.0 |
| 2006 | First Snow Movie | Jimmy Starks | 6.1 |
| 2005 | The Proposition Movie | Charlie Burns | 7.0 |
| 2004 | Two Brothers Movie | Aidan McRory | 7.2 |
| 2003 | Jimmy Kimmel Live! TV | Self | 5.3 |
| 2002 | Till Human Voices Wake Us Movie | Dr. Sam Franks | 5.3 |
| 2002 | The Hard Word Movie | Dale | 5.5 |
| 2002 | The Time Machine Movie | Alexander Hartdegen | 6.4 |
| 2002 | The Count of Monte Cristo Movie | Fernand Mondego | 7.7 |
| 2001 | Richard & Judy TV | Self | 3.4 |
| 2001 | Friday Night with Jonathan Ross TV | Self | 6.1 |
| 2000 | Memento Movie | Leonard | 8.2 |
| 2000 | Rules of Engagement Movie | Maj. Mark Biggs | 6.2 |
| 1999 | Ravenous Movie | Boyd | 6.8 |
| 1999 | A Slipping Down Life Movie | Drumstrings Casey | 4.4 |
| 1998 | Woundings Movie | Jimmy Compton | 3.4 |
| 1997 | L.A. Confidential Movie | Edmund 'Ed' Exley | 7.8 |
| 1997 | The View TV | Self | 4.3 |
| 1997 | The Devil Game Movie | Michael | 5.5 |
| 1996 | Dating the Enemy Movie | Brett | 6.3 |
| 1996 | The Daily Show TV | Self | 6.4 |
| 1994 | Halifax f.p. TV | Daniel Viney/Richard Viney | 6.2 |
| 1994 | The Man from Snowy River TV | Rob McGregor | 7.1 |
| 1994 | Ladies Please! Movie | Self | 4.2 |
| 1994 | The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert Movie | Adam Whitely / Felicia Jollygoodfellow | 7.3 |
| 1993 | Late Night with Conan O'Brien TV | Self - Guest | 7.3 |
| 1993 | Flynn Movie | Errol Flynn | 4.5 |
| 1992 | Bony TV | Late Arrival | 9.0 |
| 1992 | The Tonight Show with Jay Leno TV | Self | 5.3 |
| 1991 | Hunting Movie | Sharp | 3.3 |
| 1990 | Heaven Tonight Movie | Paul Dysart | 4.3 |
| 1990 | Friday on My Mind Movie | Unknown character | 9.0 |
| 1987 | Going Live! TV | Self | 8.0 |
| 1985 | Neighbours TV | Mike Young | 6.1 |
| 1953 | The Oscars TV | Self | 7.1 |
| 1944 | Golden Globe Awards TV | Self - Nominee | 7.0 |
| TBA | Poor Boy Movie | Danny | |
| TBA | High End Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | The Marshal Movie | Marshal Clay Mercer | |
| TBA | The Teller Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | The Neverending Pillow Fort Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | The Price of Peace Movie | President Harry S. Truman | |
| TBA | Priscilla Queen of the Desert 2 Movie | Adam Whitely / Felicia Jollygoodfellow | |
| TBA | The Road Home Movie | Archbishop Trevor Huddleston | |
| TBA | Queen of the Falls Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | The Vesuvius Challenge Movie | Self - Narrator | |
| TBA | Mr. Sunny Sky Movie | Leonard Moore | |
| TBA | Blurred Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | Easter Rising Movie | Padraig Pearse | 10.0 |
| TBA | Neponset Circle Movie | Unknown character |
Crew (2)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Inside Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 6.2 |
| 2021 | The Seventh Day Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 5.2 |
Latest releases
- The Dog Stars2026 / TMDB 6.6
- The Woman in Cabin 102025 / TMDB 6.2
- Killing Faith2025 / TMDB 6.4
- Scarcity2025
- The Shrouds2025 / TMDB 5.8
- Inside2025 / TMDB 6.2
Questions about Guy Pearce
What are some of Guy Pearce's career highlights?
Guy Pearce's career highlights include acclaimed performances in 'L.A. Confidential', 'Memento', and 'The King's Speech'. He has also starred in notable films like 'The Hurt Locker' and 'The Rover', showcasing his range as an actor.
Has Guy Pearce won any awards?
Yes, Guy Pearce has won several awards, including an AACTA Award for Best Actor and a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for 'The King's Speech'.
What was Guy Pearce's first film?
Guy Pearce's first film was 'Heaven Tonight' in 1990. However, he gained significant attention after his role in the film 'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert' in 1994.
What are Guy Pearce's most successful films?
Some of Guy Pearce's most successful films include 'L.A. Confidential', 'Memento', and 'The King's Speech', all of which received critical acclaim and commercial success.
What can you tell me about Guy Pearce's personal life?
Guy Pearce was married to Kate Mestitz from 1997 to 2015. He has one child named Monte Pearce. He is known to keep his personal life private and focuses on his work.
What is Guy Pearce's estimated net worth?
Guy Pearce's estimated net worth is around $16 million, attributed to his successful acting career and various roles in film and television.
What are some milestones in Guy Pearce's filmography?
Milestones in Guy Pearce's filmography include his breakout role in 'Priscilla, Queen of the Desert', his critical acclaim in 'Memento', and his performance in 'The King's Speech', which solidified his status as a leading actor.
Has Guy Pearce worked in television?
Yes, Guy Pearce has worked in television, including roles in the Australian soap opera 'Neighbours' and the acclaimed miniseries 'The Last Tycoon'. He has also appeared in various TV films.