Temuera Morrison
Temuera Morrison is a renowned New Zealand actor, best known for his roles in both film and television, including his portrayal of Jango Fett in the Star Wars franchise. He has been a prominent figure in the New Zealand entertainment industry, often showcasing Māori culture through his work. In the recently premiered drama 'End of the Valley', Morrison stars as Sir Taungaroa Williams, the chair of the Te Pāhua iwi, navigating a complex narrative about land disputes and tribal relations.
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Temuera Morrison plays a friend and the governor of Hawai‘i in The Wrecking Crew.
Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista hit it off in New Zealand-made action flick
New Zealand· 2026-02-07
Temuera Morrison starred in the award-winning film Ka Whawhai Tonu.
John Lithgow and the late Lee Tamahori among top winners at Screen AwardsNew Zealand· 2025-11-21
Temuera Morrison described Lee Tamahori as one-of-a-kind and an amazing man.
Lee Tamahori: Whānau gather to farewell famous Kiwi directorNew Zealand· 2025-11-08
Temuera Morrison played a violent father in the film Once Were Warriors, which was directed by Lee Tamahori.
Morreu o realizador neozelandês Lee Tamahori, empenhado cultor da identidade maori | Cinema
Portugal· 2025-11-08
Temuera Morrison praised Lee Tamahori as an extraordinary man.
La mort à 75 ans de Lee Tamahori, réalisateur de « L’Ame des guerriers » et figure du cinéma maori
France· 2025-11-08
Temuera Morrison is mentioned as one of the actors whose impressions Cohen Holloway performs.
Cohen Holloway reflects on cancer battle, Taika Waititi’s support and gratitudeNew Zealand· 2025-11-07
Tamahori cast his Once Were Warriors lead actor Temuera Morrison in Mahana.
Lee Tamahori, director of Once Were Warriors and James Bond movie Die Another Day, dies aged 75 | Film
United Kingdom· 2025-11-07
Temuera Morrison is embracing his roots in a new travelogue series called Earth Oven.
Earth Oven: Temuera Morrison embraces his roots in new travelogue seriesNew Zealand· 2025-11-01
Temuera Morrison is the presenter of the new TV series Earth Oven, where he travels the world to explore indigenous cooking traditions.
Temuera Morrison gets down and dirty in new TV series taking him around the worldNew Zealand· 2025-10-26
Temuera Morrison plays the role of King Kahekili, portraying a cunning and treacherous character.
Index - Kultúr - Jason Momoa mindent elvállal, cápával birkózik az új sorozatában
Hungary· 2025-08-22
Temuera Morrison portrays King Kahekili of Maui in Chief of War.
Chief of War: How Jason’s Momoa’s Hawaiian historic epic got made and the NZ talent (and taxpayer) contributionNew Zealand· 2025-08-10
Temuera Morrison is an actor who starred alongside Jason Momoa in Aquaman and El gran guerrero.
Jason Momoa prefiere que le digan "macho alfa sensible"
Guatemala· 2025-08-07
Temuera Morrison plays Maui’s stoical chief in 'Chief of War'.
I’m so sorry for my role in encouraging Netflix – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-08-07
Temuera Morrison is among the cast members of the series El gran guerrer.
El guerrer de Hawaii
Andorra· 2025-07-28
Temuera Morrison plays the role of Kahekili in the series Chief of War and reflects on his connection with Jason Momoa.
Temuera Morrison and Jason Momoa star in Chief of War on Apple TV+
Australia· 2025-07-27Temuera Morrison expressed his initial hesitation about taking the role in Chief of War due to concerns about cultural representation.
Māori actors defend playing Hawaiian ariki roles in new Jason Momoa seriesNew Zealand· 2025-07-24
Temuera Morrison is praised by Momoa for his performance and commitment to learning the language.
Chief of War: Jason Momoa on moving ‘home’ to New Zealand and All Blacks’ surprise cameosNew Zealand· 2025-07-19
Temuera Morrison stars as Te Pāhua iwi chair Sir Taungaroa Williams in the drama End of the Valley.
The Listener’s March Viewing Guide: Temuera Morrison stars in tribal land drama End of the ValleyNew Zealand· 2025-02-28
