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Cary Elwes
Cary Elwes

Cary Elwes

Actor
64 years (Oct 26, 1962)London, England, UK
With his aristocratic bearing and mischievous grin, Londoner Cary Elwes secured a place in collective memory by playing Westley, the lovestruck swordsman of 'The Princess Bride', one of the most beloved romantic roles in adventure cinema. Born in 1962, he alternated the heroic register with the self-parodying comedy of 'Robin Hood: Men in Tights' and the historical drama of 'Glory'. He later broadened his range toward horror with the role of Doctor Gordon in 'Saw' and added appearances in popular productions such as 'Stranger Things'. His classic charm, poised between the gallant and the tongue-in-cheek, made him a first-rate supporting actor able to move with ease through nearly any genre.
With his aristocratic bearing and mischievous grin, Londoner Cary Elwes secured a place in collective memory by playing Westley, the lovestruck swordsman of 'The Princess Bride', one of the most beloved romantic roles in adventure cinema. Born in 1962, he alternated the heroic register with the self-parodying comedy of 'Robin Hood: Men in Tights' and the historical drama of 'Glory'. He later broadened his range toward horror with the role of Doctor Gordon in 'Saw' and added appearances in popular productions such as 'Stranger Things'. His classic charm, poised between the gallant and the tongue-in-cheek, made him a first-rate supporting actor able to move with ease through nearly any genre.
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M.I.A.
Tim Kincaid · 9 episodes
★ 8.4
2026
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★ 5.4
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Michael Grable
★ 6.5
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★ 7.2
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'Pistol' Pete Whipple
★ 7.3
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★ 6.0
2024
The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
Brigadier Gubbins 'M'
★ 7.0
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Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire
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★ 6.2
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Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One
Denlinger
★ 7.5
2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Cary Elwes and where are they from?
Cary Elwes is 64 years old, born on October 26, 1962 in London, England, UK.
What are the most famous roles of Cary Elwes?
Cary Elwes is best known for roles in Saw, Liar Liar, The Adventures of Tintin.
How many movies has Cary Elwes been in?
Over a 47-year career (since 1979), Cary Elwes has appeared in 90 movies and 20 TV shows.
What was Cary Elwes's first movie?
The career of Cary Elwes began with Yesterday's Hero (1979).
What is Cary Elwes's most recent movie or series?
Cary Elwes's most recent release is M.I.A., which premiered on May 7, 2026.
What TV shows has Cary Elwes appeared in?
On television, Cary Elwes has appeared in Stranger Things, Family Guy, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, The X-Files.
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Cary Elwes
Cary Elwes
1962-10-26 · London, England, UK

Ivan Simon Cary Elwes (born October 26, 1962) is an English actor. He is known for his leading roles in The Princess Bride (1987), Robin Hood: Men in Tights (1993), and the Saw series. Elwes's other performances in films include Glory (1989), Days of Thunder (1990), Hot Shots! (1991), Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992), Twister (1996), Kiss the Girls (1997), Liar Liar (1997), Ella Enchanted (2004), No Strings Attached (2011), BlackBerry, and Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (both 2023).

Elwes has also appeared on television series such as The X-Files, Seinfeld, From the Earth to the Moon, Psych, Life in Pieces, Stranger Things, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and Knuckles.

He is the third son born to interior designer/shipping heiress Tessa Kennedy and the late portrait painter Dominick Elwes, and is the brother of producer/agent Cassian Elwes and artist Damian Elwes. He was born and raised in London and attended Harrow. After graduating from Harrow, he moved to the US and studied drama at Sarah Lawrence College. He left school after two years to begin his film career. Elwes is politically active for causes such as protecting the environment and helping Native American peoples. He is married to Lisa Marie Kurbikoff, a stills photographer.

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