Bas Rutten
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- February 24, 1965 in Tilburg, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands
- Active Years
- 1992–2025 (34 Years)
- Total Credits
- 40 credits in database
Biography
Sebastian Bas Rutten is a Dutch-American actor, retired mixed martial artist, kickboxer, and professional wrestler. Born on February 24, 1965, in Tilburg, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands, he became a naturalized American citizen in the late 1990s. During his fighting career, he was a UFC Heavyweight Champion, a three-time King of Pancrase world champion, and finished his career on a twenty-two fight unbeaten streak consisting of twenty-one wins and one draw. In 2008, he was ranked by Inside MMA as the fourth-greatest mixed martial arts fighter of all time, and he was subsequently inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2015. From 2007 to 2016, Rutten served as the co-host of Inside MMA on AXS TV.
Career overview
Sebastian Bas Rutten is a Dutch-American actor, retired mixed martial artist, kickboxer, and professional wrestler. Born in Tilburg, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands, on February 24, 1965, he became a naturalized American citizen in the late 1990s. Throughout his combat sports career, Rutten achieved notable success, including serving as a UFC Heavyweight Champion and a three-time King of Pancrase world champion. He finished his career on a twenty-two-fight unbeaten streak consisting of twenty-one wins and one draw. In 2008, he was ranked by Inside MMA as the fourth-greatest mixed martial arts fighter of all time, and he was subsequently inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2015.
In addition to his fighting career, Rutten established a career in acting and television. He has amassed forty known credits in acting according to database records. From 2007 to 2016, Rutten worked as the co-host of Inside MMA on AXS TV.
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Full Filmography
40 titles- The Smashing Machine (2025) as Bas Rutten
- T Bird (2025) as Boss the RV
- The Furry Fortune (2023) as Bas Rutten
- The Manson Brothers: Midnight Zombie Massacre (2021) as Evil Dutch Dekker
- Pancrase Hybrid History (2021) as Self
- Kevin Can Wait (2016) as Rootger
- The Hurt Business (2016) as Himself
- The River Thief (2016) as Clyde
- Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2 (2015) as Henk
- Mercy Rule (2014) as Coach
- Liv and Maddie (2013) as Martucci
- Frank Shamrock: Bound by Blood (2013) as Himself
- Here Comes the Boom (2012) as Niko
- Zookeeper (2011) as Sebastian the Wolf (voice)
- Punk Payback with Bas Rutten (2011) as Himself - Host
- Once I Was a Champion (2011) as Himself
- Sinners and Saints (2010) as Dekker
- Paul Blart: Mall Cop (2009) as Drill Instructor
- Inside MMA (2007) as Self - Host
- Backlash (2006) as Grazer
- The Vault (2005) as General Matos
- The Eliminator (2004)
- Bas Rutten's Lethal Street Fighting (2003) as Bas Rutten
- Bas Rutten's Lethal Street Fighting (2003) Director
- The Smashing Machine (2002) as Self
- NJPW The Spiral (2002)
- Shadow Fury (2001) as Kismet (Adult)
- UFC 20: Battle For The Gold (1999) as Self
- UFC 18: Road To The Heavyweight Title (1999) as Self
- The King of Queens (1998) as Niles
- Martial Law (1998) as Roman Van Reit
- Pancrase: Truth 7 (1996) as Himself
- Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 1 (1995)
- Pancrase: Eyes of Beast 2 (1995) as Himself
- Pancrase: Pancrash! 1 (1994)
- Pancrase: Road to the Championship 1 (1994) as Himself
- Pancrase: Yes, We Are Hybrid Wrestlers 2 (1993)
- Pancrase: Yes, We Are Hybrid Wrestlers 1 (1993)
- Shadow of the Dragon (1992) as Kismet
- Bas Ruttens MMA Career Complete
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Bas Rutten best known for?
Bas Rutten is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Smashing Machine (2025), The Manson Brothers: Midnight Zombie Massacre (2021), Kevin Can Wait (2016), The Hurt Business (2016).
When and where was Bas Rutten born?
Bas Rutten was born on February 24, 1965 in Tilburg, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands.
How many credits does Bas Rutten have?
Bas Rutten has accumulated over 40 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1992 to 2025.
What is Bas Rutten's background in cinema and television?
Sebastian Bas Rutten is a Dutch-American actor, retired mixed martial artist, kickboxer, and professional wrestler. Born on February 24, 1965, in Tilburg, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands, he became a naturalized American citizen in the late 1990s. During his fighting career, he was a UFC Heavyweight Champion, a three-time K...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Liv and Maddie (2013) as Martucci — aged about 48
- The King of Queens (1998) as Niles — aged about 33
- Martial Law (1998) as Roman Van Reit — aged about 33
- The Smashing Machine (2025) as Bas Rutten — aged about 60
- Here Comes the Boom (2012) as Niko — aged about 47
- Kevin Can Wait (2016) as Rootger — aged about 51
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