Lawrence Makoare

Actor

Born March 20, 1968 in Baston Point, Auckland, New Zealand

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.

Acting

Forgive Us All
Film, 2025
as Brooks
The Convert
Film, 2024
as Akatarewa
Occupation: Rainfall
Film, 2020
as Garry the Alien
Pearl in Paradise
Film, 2018
as Akamu
The Dead Lands
Film, 2014
as The Warrior
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
Film, 2013
as Bolg
Fundamental
Film, 2012
as J.T.
The Ferryman
Film, 2007
as Snake
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
Film, 2003
as Witchking / Gothmog
Die Another Day
Film, 2002
as Mr. Kil
The Maori Merchant of Venice
Film, 2002
as Pirihina o Morako (Prince of Morocco)
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
Film, 2001
as Lurtz
Crooked Earth
Film, 2001
as Kahu Bastion
The Price of Milk
Film, 2001
as Nephew
What Becomes of the Broken Hearted?
Film, 1999
as Grunt
Young Hercules
TV series, 1998
as Roadie
Xena: Warrior Princess
TV series, 1995
as Barbarian Leader
Rapa Nui
Film, 1994
as Atta