Kodi Smit-McPhee

Kodi Smit-McPhee is an Australian actor born on June 13, 1996, in Adelaide, South Australia. He began his acting career as a child in Australian television before transitioning to international film. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Nightcrawler in 'X-Men: Apocalypse' (2016) and has since established himself as a versatile performer in both mainstream and independent cinema. His breakout dramatic role came in Jane Campion's 'The Power of the Dog' (2021), where he played Peter Gordon alongside Benedict Cumberbatch, earning him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Known for his ability to portray vulnerable and complex characters, Smit-McPhee has worked with acclaimed directors and continues to be sought after for challenging roles. His performances demonstrate a maturity and emotional depth that has made him one of the most respected young actors in the industry.