Daniel Bernhardt
Biography
Daniel Bernhardt is a Swiss actor, stuntman, martial artist, and former model. He made his acting debut in the martial arts film Bloodsport II: The Next Kumite in 1996. Bernhardt is known for his work on various action films, often playing villainous characters. He has appeared in films such as The Cutter, Kill 'Em All, Escape Plan: The Extractors, and The Matrix Reloaded. Bernhardt has also starred in television series, including Mortal Kombat: Conquest, where he played the role of Siro. Born on August 31, 1965, in Ittigen, Bern, Switzerland, Bernhardt has a career spanning multiple film and television credits.
Career overview
Daniel Bernhardt is a Swiss actor known for his work in various action films. He made his acting debut in the martial arts film Bloodsport II: The Next Kumite in 1996, and appeared in two of its sequels, Bloodsport III in 1997 and Bloodsport 4: The Dark Kumite in 1999. Bernhardt has also played villainous characters in several films, including The Cutter opposite Chuck Norris, Kill 'Em All opposite Jean-Claude Van Damme, and Escape Plan: The Extractors opposite Sylvester Stallone.
In addition to his film work, Bernhardt has appeared in television series, including Mortal Kombat: Conquest, where he played the role of Siro. He has also acted alongside notable actors such as Keanu Reeves in The Matrix Reloaded and John Wick. Bernhardt's filmography includes a range of action-oriented roles, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
Throughout his career, Bernhardt has accumulated a significant number of credits, with over 87 known credits to his name. Born on August 31, 1965, in Ittigen, Bern, Switzerland, Bernhardt has established himself as a prominent figure in the action film genre.
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- Man of War (2026) as Stanismir Koniev
- Matchbox (2026) as Falko
- Sundown (2026)
- Ballerina (2025) as Scarred Eye Assassin
- Nobody 2 (2025) as Kartoush
- Afterburn (2025) as Gorynych
- Deathstalker (2025) as Deathstalker
- Wick Is Pain (2025) as Self
- The Last GunFight (2025) as The Reverend
- The Killer's Game (2024) as Max
- Utopia (2024)
- Chief of Station (2024) as Kharon
- Wish Me Luck (2024) as Dude with Gloves
- Wish Me Luck (2024) Executive Producer
- Wish Me Luck (2024) Action Director
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) Stunts
- Extraction 2 (2023) as Konstantine
- The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (2022) as Gobot
- The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (2022) Stunts
- Lou (2022) as Tony
- Lou (2022) Fight Choreographer
- The Equalizer (2021) as Cobra
- Nobody (2021) as Bus Goon
- Nobody (2021) Fight Choreographer
- Red Notice (2021) as Drago Grande
- Hell Hath No Fury (2021) as Von Bruckner
- Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) (2020) as Sionis' Chauffeur
- Skylines (2020) as Owens
- The Art of Action (2020) as Self
- John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum (2019) Stunts
- Alita: Battle Angel (2019) Stunts
- Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019) as Henchman (uncredited)
- Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019) Stunts
- Escape Plan: The Extractors (2019) as Silva
- Altered Carbon (2018) as Jaeger
- Deadpool 2 (2018) Stunts
- Creed II (2018) Fight Choreographer
- Barry (2018) as Ronny Proxin
- Blood, Sweat and Terrors (2018) Director
- Logan (2017) as Bone Breaker
- John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017) Stunts
- Kill 'em All (2017) as Radovan Brokowski
- Kill 'em All (2017) Stunts
- Atomic Blonde (2017) as Soldier
- Atomic Blonde (2017) Stunts
- Captain America: Civil War (2016) Utility Stunts
- Captain America: Civil War (2016) Stunts
- Term Life (2016) as Detective
- Term Life (2016) Stunts
- Precious Cargo (2016) as Simon
- Officer Downe (2016) Fight Choreographer
- The Vatican Tapes (2015)
- The Vatican Tapes (2015) Stunts
- John Wick: The Red Circle (2015) as Himself
- Brothers (2015) as Max Potter
- Brothers (2015) Utility Stunts
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014) Stunts
- John Wick (2014) as Kirill
- Legends (2014) as The Hitman
- Knock 'em Dead (2014) as Victor
- The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013) as Disctrict 9 Male Tribute
- Parker (2013) as Kroll
- Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues (2013) Stunts
- A Good Day to Die Hard (2013) Stunts
- Zombeo & Juliécula (2013) as Vladimir
- Foodfight! (2012) as Additional Voices (voice)
- Santa's Summer House (2012) as Bryan Raglan
- Dead Hearts (2012) as James
- Elephant White (2011) Producer
- Creature (2011) as Lockjaw / Grimley
- Supreme Champion (2010) as Lucien Gallows
- Castle (2009) as Additional Henchman
- The Killing Grounds (2007) as Murat
- Fetch (2007) as Fighter (uncredited)
- Fetch (2007) Executive Producer
- Fetch (2007) Writer
- Fetch (2007) Director
- Germany's Next Topmodel (2006) as Self - Guest Judge
- Desire (2006)
- Criminal Minds (2005) as Addict
- The Cutter (2005) as Dirk
- Nature Unleashed: Tornado (2005) as Josh
- Confessions of an Action Star (2005) as Jason Everstrong
- The Librarians (2004) as Toshko
- The Matrix Reloaded (2003) as Agent Johnson
- クリスタナ・ローケン T-X (2003)
- Global Effect (2002) as Marcus Poynt
- Mortal Kombat: Final Battle (2001) as Siro
- Mortal Kombat: Kreeya (1999) as Siro
- G-2 (1999) as Steven Conlin
- Mortal Kombat: Scorpion vs. Sub-Zero (1999) as Siro
- Bloodsport: The Dark Kumite (1999) as John Keller
- Mortal Kombat: Conquest (1998) as Siro
- Mortal Kombat: Terminator (1998) as Siro
- Mortal Kombat: Queen (1998) as Siro
- Perfect Target (1997) as David Benson
- True Vengeance (1997) as Allen Griffin
- Future War (1997) as The Runaway
- Future War (1997) Choreographer
- Bloodsport II (1996) as Alex Cardo
- Bloodsport III (1996) as Alex Cardo
- Black Sea Raid (1996)
- Black Sea Raid (1996) Fight Choreographer
- Painter