Willem Dafoe is an American actor known for his versatile performances across film, television, and stage. Born in 1955, he has appeared in over 100 films, including Platoon and The Lighthouse. Dafoe has been nominated for several Academy Awards and is recognized for his intense and unconventional roles.
Willem Dafoe
- Birthdate
- July 22, 1955
- Birthplace
- Appleton, Wisconsin, USA
- Notable Projects
- Finding Nemo, John Wick, Spider-Man, The Lighthouse, The Boondock Saints, Antichrist
- Birthname
- William James Dafoe
- Profession
- Actor
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Willem Dafoe’s A24 Fantasy Movie Debuts With Strong Rotten Tomatoes Score
Willem Dafoe's 2025 A24 movie opens with a strong critical score on Rotten Tomatoes after limited release and is heading to theaters worldwide.
Willem Dafoe's 10 Funniest Performances
Despite his talent for playing serious characters, Willem Dafoe has had some hilarious performances in comedies and unintentionally funny releases.
Willem Dafoe Had One Of The Best Filming Experiences With Martin Scorsese's $33M Controversial Oscar-Nominated Movie
Nosferatu actor Willem Dafoe details one of his best filming experiences with Martin Scorsese on their critically acclaimed, controversial 1988 film.
Willem Dafoe's 10 Greatest Movie Deaths, Ranked
The most tragic, spectacular, and unforgettable onscreen demises in the storied career of one of cinema's most well-regarded names.
Willem Dafoe Addresses Dying So Much In His Movies: “A Beautiful Exercise”
Willem Dafoe, who has had several iconic death scenes in movies, recently explained exactly why he enjoys watching his characters die so much.
Nosferatu Can Help Willem Dafoe Reach A New Box Office Milestone After 100+ Movies
Willem Dafoe is taking on a role in the 2024 version of Nosferatu, which will push him further towards a massive new box office milestone.
John Wick's New Spinoff Is The Only Chance To Bring Back This Fan-Favorite Character Gone Too Soon
An John Wick spinoff has a unique opportunity to bring back one of the franchise's most underutilized characters played by Willem Dafoe.
Willem Dafoe's 10 Best Movies, Ranked
Willem Dafoe has been one of his generation's most iconic actors, with iconic roles in films like Poor Things, The Lighthouse, and Platoon.
Willem Dafoe's New Horror Movie Sets A Record Anya Taylor-Joy Missed Out On Due To Scheduling Conflicts
Willem Dafoe’s 2024 horror movie puts him in a special group of actors which Anya Taylor-Joy would have been part of if it wasn’t for 1 problem.
Willem Dafoe Is Trapped In A Penthouse Apartment In Inside Movie Poster
Willem Dafoe's contained horror film Inside receives an eerie first poster showing the Green Goblin actor trapped in a penthouse.
Willem Dafoe’s New Horror Movie Is Perfect For Green Goblin Fans
Willem Dafoe’s Green Goblin likely won’t return, but fans can catch him playing a strikingly similar role in the horror-thriller film Inside.
10 Best Willem Dafoe Performances, According To Reddit
Willem Dafoe is one of Hollywood's most famous, eccentric, and versatile actors, but which of his performances are most loved by Redditors?
10 Best Willem Dafoe Movies, According To Ranker
Willem Dafoe is a legendary actor with an incredibly diverse filmography. Movie lovers at Ranker have picked out the best work of his career.
Willem Dafoe’s Best Villain Roles (Including Spider-Man’s Green Goblin)
Willem Dafoe has given several memorable performances. His villain roles in movies like Spider-Man and Existenz highlight his abilities.