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Sharlto Copley (born November 27, 1973) is a South African actor. His acting credits include roles in the Academy Award -nominated science fiction film District 9, [ 1] the 2010 adaptation of The A-Team, the science fiction film Elysium, the science fiction horror film Europa Report and the dark fantasy adventure film Maleficent.
Sharlto Copley. Actor: District 9. Sharlto Copley was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, to Linda Stocks and Bruce Copley, a former university professor. His childhood dreams of acting were put on hold for many years when his television production company was one of few in his native South Africa granted licensing to create content for broadcast.
- January 1, 1
- 1.83 m
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- 'District 9' (2009) Copley's first major film role and potentially still his best. He plays Wikus van de Merwe, a dorky bureaucrat who works for the South African government.
- 'The A-Team' (2010) The original The A-Team is one of the most beloved TV shows of the 1980s, and this film adaptation attempts to reinvent the characters in a modern setting.
- 'Elysium' (2013) The second collaboration between Copley and Neil Blomkamp, Elysium, is an underrated Sci-Fi action movie that has much to say about class inequality.
- 'Maleficent' (2014) Released before Disney started to dilute their brand by releasing unnecessary live-action remakes, Maleficent retells the story of Sleeping Beauty through the eyes of its antagonist.
Jun 28, 2023 · The 'District 9' star and the model have been separated since October 2021 and have a prenuptial agreement. They share a 6-year-old daughter and are from South Africa.
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Learn about the life and career of Sharlto Copley, a South African actor who starred in District 9, Elysium, and The A-Team. Find out his family, trivia, quotes, and more on IMDb.
- November 27, 1973
Sharlto Copley is a South African actor, producer and director who starred in District 9, The A-Team and Maleficent. Explore his movies, TV shows, ratings, reviews and more on Rotten Tomatoes.
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Aug 23, 2022 · A list of the South African actor's highest-rated films based on user ratings on IMDb, from Open Grave to District 9. See which movies showcase his versatility, charisma, and action skills, and which ones disappointed critics and audiences.