Cast: David Wenham
Top movies, series, and documentaries starring David Wenham. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.
Titles found: 57
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2003 · Movie · 201 min. · New Zealand
Direction Peter Jackson
Cast Elijah Wood · Viggo Mortensen · Ian McKellen · Sean Astin
Synopsis The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) sees the dark lord Sauron's armies besieging Minas Tirith, the capital of Gondor, aiming to eradicate the human race. The once-mighty kingdom, now overseen by a weary steward, urgently...
8.2
182K votes
8.2
182K votes
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
2002 · Movie · 179 min. · New Zealand
Direction Peter Jackson
Cast Elijah Wood · Viggo Mortensen · Ian McKellen · Sean Astin
Synopsis The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) commences in the rugged terrain of Emyn Muil, where the wandering Hobbits Frodo (Elijah Wood) and Sam (Sean Astin) realize they are being trailed by the enigmatic Gollum (Andy Serkis). This...
8.0
167K votes
8.0
167K votes
Direction Garth Davis
Cast Dev Patel · Sunny Pawar · Nicole Kidman · Rooney Mara
Synopsis Lion (2016) follows the incredible journey of a young Indian boy named Saroo, who at the tender age of five, finds himself separated from his family and stranded in the bustling streets of Kolkata. Thousands of miles away from his...
7.3
20K votes
7.3
20K votes
300
2006 · Movie · 117 min. · United States
Direction Zack Snyder
Cast Gerard Butler · Lena Headey · David Wenham · Dominic West
Synopsis 300 (2006) is a visually stunning and intense adaptation of Frank Miller's graphic novel, chronicling the legendary Battle of Thermopylae in 480 B.C. The narrative centers around King Leonidas (Gerard Butler) and his 300 Spartan warriors as they confront the...
7.2
143K votes
7.2
143K votes
Direction Baz Luhrmann
Cast Austin Butler · Tom Hanks · Olivia DeJonge · Richard Roxburgh
Synopsis Elvis (2022) delves into the life and music of Elvis Presley (Butler), as seen through the lens of his intricate bond with his mysterious manager, Colonel Tom Parker (Hanks). The narrative spans over two decades, chronicling Presley's ascent to fame...
6.9
19K votes
6.9
19K votes
Dark City
1998 · Movie · 100 min. · United States
Direction Alex Proyas
Cast Rufus Sewell · Kiefer Sutherland · William Hurt · Jennifer Connelly
Synopsis Dark City (1998) follows John Murdoch as he abruptly awakens in a chilling bathtub within an unfamiliar room, only to find a deceased woman nearby. With no recollection of how he arrived there, Murdoch is pursued by a relentless police...
6.9
27K votes
6.9
27K votes
Moulin Rouge
2001 · Movie · 125 min. · Australia
Direction Baz Luhrmann
Cast Nicole Kidman · Ewan McGregor · John Leguizamo · David Wenham
Synopsis Moulin Rouge (2001) follows the tale of Christian, a young poet in 1899 Paris, who rebels against his father's wishes and immerses himself in the vibrant, eclectic world of the city's iconic Moulin Rouge. This enchanting yet seedy locale, buzzing...
6.8
127K votes
6.8
127K votes
Top of the Lake (TV Series)
2013 · Series · 60 min. · Australia
Direction Jane Campion · Garth Davis
Cast Elisabeth Moss · Jaqueline Joe · David Wenham · Holly Hunter
Synopsis Top of the Lake (TV Series) (2013) follows the story of Detective Robin Griffin, who is drawn into a complex web of mystery when a pregnant 12-year-old girl named Tui attempts to take her own life in the icy waters...
6.7
3K votes
6.7
3K votes
The Proposition
2005 · Movie · 104 min. · Australia
Direction John Hillcoat
Cast Guy Pearce · Ray Winstone · Danny Huston · David Wenham
Synopsis The Proposition (2005) unfolds in the rugged landscape of late-19th century Australia, where Captain Stanley (Ray Winstone) apprehends the younger siblings of the infamous Burns brothers. In a desperate bid to maintain order, Stanley presents a grim proposition to the...
6.5
4K votes
6.5
4K votes
Oranges and Sunshine
2010 · Movie · 104 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Jim Loach
Cast Emily Watson · David Wenham · Hugo Weaving · Greg Stone
Synopsis Oranges and Sunshine (2010) follows the journey of Margaret Humphreys, a dedicated social worker from Nottingham. She stumbles upon a hidden tragedy: the systematic deportation of children from the United Kingdom to Australia. Despite facing immense challenges and personal risks,...
6.4
222 votes
6.4
222 votes
The Children of Huang Shi
2008 · Movie · 114 min. · China
Direction Roger Spottiswoode
Cast Jonathan Rhys Meyers · Radha Mitchell · Chow Yun-Fat · Michelle Yeoh
Synopsis The Children of Huang Shi (2008) is a cinematic journey that delves into the lives of individuals who, amidst a dire and unforeseen crisis, uncover their inner strength and capacity for love and responsibility. The narrative follows a young British...
6.4
5K votes
6.4
5K votes
Direction Sönke Wortmann
Cast Johanna Wokalek · David Wenham · John Goodman · Iain Glen
Synopsis Pope Joan (2009) delves into the intriguing legend of the sole female pope in history. Initially titled Die Papstin, this film chronicles the journey of a young woman propelled by her passion for learning and unwavering faith, as she navigates...
6.3
1K votes
6.3
1K votes
Pure
2002 · Movie · 96 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Gillies MacKinnon
Cast Keira Knightley · Molly Parker · Harry Eden · David Wenham
Synopsis Pure (2002) tells the story of a young boy, Paul, who is thrust into a world of responsibility and fear following the loss of his father. His mother, Mel, turns to an old acquaintance, Lenny, who is involved in the...
6.3
651 votes
6.3
651 votes
Public Enemies
2009 · Movie · 140 min. · United States
Direction Michael Mann
Cast Johnny Depp · Christian Bale · Marion Cotillard · Billy Crudup
Synopsis Public Enemies (2009) follows the intense cat-and-mouse game between federal agents and infamous 1930s criminals John Dillinger, Baby Face Nelson, and Pretty Boy Floyd during a period of rampant crime. Dillinger's daring escapes and charismatic persona captivated the public and...
6.3
51K votes
6.3
51K votes
Direction Ivan Sen
Cast Aaron Pedersen · Alex Russell · Jacki Weaver · David Wenham
Synopsis Goldstone (2016) follows Indigenous Detective Jay Swan as he ventures into the remote outpost of Goldstone to look into a missing persons case. What initially appears to be a straightforward assignment quickly unravels into a tangled web of criminal activities...
6.3
119 votes
6.3
119 votes
The Code (TV Series)
2014 · Series · 54 min. · Australia
Direction Shawn Seet
Cast Lucy Lawless · Dan Spielman · Ashley Zukerman · Adele Perovic
Synopsis The Code (TV Series) (2014) follows the gripping tale of two brothers from Canberra who find themselves ensnared in a complex web of deceit. Their lives take a dramatic turn when they become involved in a high-stakes cover-up that centers...
6.2
185 votes
6.2
185 votes
Faraway Downs
2023 · Series · 40 min. · Australia
Direction Baz Luhrmann
Cast Hugh Jackman · Nicole Kidman · Bryan Brown · Ben Mendelsohn
Synopsis Faraway Downs (2023) follows the journey of Sarah, a noblewoman who manages a sprawling cattle ranch in the heart of Australia. Following the tragic loss of her spouse, a cunning baron sets his sights on seizing her property. To safeguard...
6.2
152 votes
6.2
152 votes
Better Than Sex
2000 · Movie · 88 min. · Australia
Direction Jonathan Teplitzky
Cast David Wenham · Susie Porter · Kris McQuade · Simon Bossell
Synopsis Better Than Sex (2000) follows the journey of two strangers who cross paths after a lively gathering in Sydney. An alluring young man, portrayed by David Wenham, and a captivating woman, played by Susie Porter, find themselves sharing a taxi...
6.1
934 votes
6.1
934 votes
The Furnace
2020 · Movie · 116 min. · Australia
Direction Roderick MacKay
Cast Jay Ryan · Ahmed Malek · David Wenham · Erik Thomson
Synopsis The Furnace (2020) is set in 1897 Western Australia, where a young Afghan cameleer seeks to escape his harsh life and return home. He forms an alliance with an enigmatic bushman who is fleeing with two 400-ounce gold bars stamped...
6.0
21 votes
6.0
21 votes
Direction Baz Luhrmann
Cast Nicole Kidman · Hugh Jackman · David Wenham · Bryan Brown
Synopsis Australia (2008) chronicles the tale of Lady Sarah Ashley (Nicole Kidman), a British noblewoman who ventures to the vast continent of Australia to join her husband. Her husband is there with the aim of selling his expansive cattle station, which...
5.8
37K votes
5.8
37K votes