Guy Pearce
Born October 5, 1967 · Ely, Cambridgeshire, England, UK
Guy Pearce is an Australian actor and musician born on October 5, 1967. He began his career playing Mike Young in the TV series Neighbours from 1986-1989, before gaining international attention with roles in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and L.A. Confidential. He has since appeared in a range of films, including Memento, The Time Machine, and Iron Man 3.
3
Films reviewed
8.3
Avg. rating
Memento
Best-reviewed
1997–2026
Years active
Biography
Guy Edward Pearce (born 5 October 1967) is an Australian actor and musician. He has received various accolades, including a Primetime Emmy Award and a nomination for an Academy Award, two Golden Globe Awards, and a BAFTA Award.
He started his career portraying Mike Young in the Australian television series Neighbours (1986–1989). Pearce received international attention for his breakout role in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994). Subsequently, he starred as Ed Exley in Curtis Hanson's crime noir L.A. Confidential (1997) and a man suffering short-term memory loss in Christopher Nolan's psychological thriller Memento (2000).
He also acted in The Time Machine (2002), Bedtime Stories (2008), The Road (2009), The Hurt Locker (2009), The King's Speech (2010), and Lawless (2012). He portrayed Peter Weyland in Prometheus (2012) and Alien: Covenant (2017), Aldrich Killian in the Marvel action film Iron Man 3 (2013) and William Cecil in the biopic Mary Queen of Scots (2018). In Australian cinema, Pearce has acted in The Proposition (2005), Animal Kingdom (2010), and The Rover (2014). For his performance in The Brutalist(2024), he received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Since 2012, he has played the title role in the TV adaptations of the Jack Irish stories by Australian crime writer Peter Temple. Pearce starred in the HBO miniseries Mildred Pierce (2011) and Mare of Easttown. The former won him a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor.
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Review Highlights
AI-summarized critic and audience reaction, pulled from the Fan & Critic Buzz on their highest-rated films with us.
“Reviews praise the movie's original storytelling, complex characters, and clever plot structure. Many reviewers express admiration for Christopher Nolan's direction and the film's ability to keep viewers engaged long after it ends. The reactions range from enthusiastic 8/10 ratings to more critical praise, with some critics noting that the film's puzzle-like structure can be confusing and frustrating at times. However, most reviewers agree that "Memento" is a well-crafted and thought-provoking film.”
From the Fan & Critic Buzz on Memento →
“The public reaction to "L.A. Confidential" is positive, with many reviewers praising the film's script, acting, and cinematography. Some review excerpts express admiration for the film's portrayal of corruption within law enforcement and its exploration of themes such as power, morality, and human nature. Additionally, some viewers appreciate the film's style, tone, and memorable characters.”
From the Fan & Critic Buzz on L.A. Confidential →
Selected Filmography
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert(2015)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- The Daily Show(1996)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Late Night with Seth Meyers(2014)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- The View(1997)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- The Late Late Show with James Corden(2015)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Jimmy Kimmel Live!(2003)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Neighbours(1985)TV Series · 1004 epsas Mike Young
- Golden Globe Awards(1944)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Nominee
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno(1992)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Iron Man 3(2013)as Aldrich Killian
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien(1993)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- The Brutalist(2024)as Harrison Lee Van Buren Sr
- Prometheus(2012)as Peter Weyland
- Memento(2000)as Leonard
- Alien: Covenant(2017)as Peter Weyland (uncredited)
- Richard & Judy(2001)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- The Oscars(1953)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Going Live!(1987)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Mare of Easttown(2021)TV Series · 7 epsas Richard Ryan
- The King's Speech(2010)as King Edward VIII