Richard Norton
Biography
Richard Norton was born on January 6, 1950, in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. He was an Australian martial artist and action film star, and stuntman. Norton worked as a bodyguard in the entertainment business before pursuing an acting career. He attained an eighth-dan in Zen Do Kai, Australia. His first screen appearance was in the 1980 film The Octagon. Norton worked on over 70 feature films and television programs. He is also known as King R. He passed away on March 28, 2025, at the age of 75.
Career overview
Richard Norton began his acting career after working as a bodyguard in the entertainment business. His first screen appearance was in the 1980 film The Octagon, starring Chuck Norris. This marked the beginning of a prolific career in the film and television industry.
Throughout his career, Richard Norton worked on over 70 feature films and television programs. His extensive experience in the entertainment industry spanned multiple genres and formats, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Although specific details about his roles and performances are not provided, his involvement in numerous productions demonstrates his dedication to the craft.
Richard Norton's background in martial arts also played a significant role in his acting career. He attained an eighth-dan in Zen Do Kai, Australia, a notable achievement in the martial arts world. This expertise likely contributed to his involvement in action films and other projects that required a high level of physicality.
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- Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024) as The Prime Imperator
- Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024) Fight Choreographer
- Black Creek (2024) as Damien Sinclair
- Game of Death: The Six Doors to Hell (2024) as Master Karov
- Blacklight (2022) Stunts
- RAGE (2021) as Detective John Bennett
- The Art of Action (2020) as Self
- Dark Phoenix (2019) Fight Choreographer
- Dark Phoenix (2019) Stunt Coordinator
- Iron Fists and Kung Fu Kicks (2019) as Self
- Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) as The Prime Imperator
- Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) Stunts
- Underdog Kids (2015) as Judge
- Under a Red Moon (2008) as Jonathan Dunn
- The Condemned (2007) Stunts
- The Legend of King Naresuan 2 (2007) Martial Arts Choreographer
- Road House 2: Last Call (2006) as Victor Cross
- Stealth (2005) Stunts
- Dream Warrior (2004) as Archer
- Mind Games (2003) as Carter Tallerin
- Devil's Pond (2003) Stunt Coordinator
- Through the Night with... (2002) as Self
- Redemption (2002) as Tom 'Snake' Sasso
- Amazons and Gladiators (2001) as Lucius
- The Rage Within (2001) as Keller
- The Rage Within (2001) Fight Choreographer
- Nautilus (2000) as John Harris
- The Path of the Dragon (1998) as Self
- Black Thunder (1998) as Rather
- Mr. Nice Guy (1997) as Giancarlo Lucchetti
- Strategic Command (1997) as Carlos Gruber
- For Life or Death (1996) as Sir Xavier
- Fugitive X: Innocent Target (1996)
- Tough and Deadly (1995) as Agent Norton
- Under the Gun (1995) as Frank Torrence
- Under the Gun (1995) Fight Choreographer
- Under the Gun (1995) Producer
- CyberTracker (1994) as Ross
- Guardian Angel (1994) Fight Choreographer
- Direct Hit (1994) as Rogers
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Rollins
- City Hunter (1993) as Col. MacDonald
- Rage and Honor II: Hostile Takeover (1993) as Preston Michaels
- Rage and Honor II: Hostile Takeover (1993) Associate Producer
- Rage (1993) as Jack Dameron
- GamesMaster (1992)
- Honor and Glory (1992) Producer
- Rage and Honor (1992) as Preston Michaels
- Rage and Honor (1992) Associate Producer
- Lady Dragon (1992) as Ludwig Hauptman
- Ironheart (1992) as Milverstead
- Raiders of the Sun (1992) as Brodie
- Tiada Titik Balik (1991) as Ludwig
- Lionheart (1990) as Attila Video Opponent
- China O'Brien II (1990) as Matt Conroy
- China O'Brien (1990) as Matt Conroy
- The Sword of Bushido (1990) as Zac Connors
- The Blood of Heroes (1989) as Bone
- The Blood of Heroes (1989) Stunts
- Hyper Space (1989) as Thomas Stanton
- The Fighter (1989) as Ryan Travers
- Not Another Mistake (1989) as Richard Straker
- Jungle Heat (1988)
- Equalizer 2000 (1988) as Slade
- Blood Street (1988) as Boyd
- Return of the Kickfighter (1987) as Col. Brad Cooper
- Fight to Win (1987) as Armstrong
- Millionaires' Express (1986) as Mountain Bandit
- Magic Crystal (1986) as Karov
- Future Hunters (1986) as Matthew
- Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars (1985) as Parachute Assassin
- American Ninja (1985) as MP
- American Ninja (1985) Stunts
- Gymkata (1985) as Zamir
- Forced Vengeance (1982) as Herb
- Forced Vengeance (1982) Stunts
- An Eye for an Eye (1981) Stunts
- Force: Five (1981) as Ezekiel
- The Octagon (1980) as Kyo - Seikura's Enforcer / Longlegs
- The Octagon (1980) Stunts
- ABBA: The Movie (1977) as Self (bodyguard and fitness trainer) (uncredited)
- Chinese Hercules: The Bolo Yeung Story as Self