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Rhys Darby
Stand-Up / Improv / As Seen on TV
Rhys Darby I have a new radio show on Saturday mornings here in NZ. Can you find THE CRYPTID FACTOR?

Male
35 years old
Auckland, Auckland
New Zealand



Last Login: 11/26/2009
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   Rhys Darby's Comedian Bio
BioStarted making people laugh at school and never really stopped trying despite becoming a soldier in 1991. Left the army in 1994. Went to university in 1995 and become famous for a comedy sketch entitled ’Things Rhys can do.’ In 1996 i formed the comedy duo ’Rhysently Granted’ with Grant Lobban. We became an overnight sensation in Christchurch after winning an open mic contest at Southern Blues Bar. We went on to entertain the masses at university and the local bohemians at the ’Green Room’ performance cafe. We did two international comedy festivals and then i moved up to Auckland. Solo stand-up became my thing but i put a spin on it by being very physical on stage and using my theatrical strengths in mime and sound effects to tell stories by acting them out. In 2002 I moved to the UK to see how my act would go down there... Four years later I hooked up with the FOTC and well... you know the rest.
Websiterhysdarby.com; facebook.com/rhysdarby
InfluencesLife on Earth
MembersRhys Darby, Bill Napier, Ron Taylor, Steve Wittle, Bryan Nesbitt, Murray Hewitt, Norman Stokes, Ross Steel and Angus Nutsford
TV Shows2009 - 7 Days (TV3)
2009 - Intrepid Journeys (TVNZ)
2009 - Rocked the Nation (C4)
2009 - Rove (ten)
2009 - Flight of the Conchords (HBO)
2008 - Yo Gabba Gabba (Nick Jr)
2008 - The Comedy Store (Paramount UK)
2007 - Flight of the Conchords (HBO)
2007 - Ellen’s Really Big Show (TBS)
2007 - The Comedy Store (Paramount)
2006 - The Slammer (BBC1)
FilmsYes Man
(on dvd and moo-ray now)
The Boat that Rocked
(on dvd and moo-ray now)
Coming and Going
(2010)
AlbumsFlight of the Conchords BBC radio 2 series, Flight of the Conchords: feat - Leggy Blonde

    Rhys Darby's Interests
GeneralRobots, Space Ships, Time Machines, Jet Packs, The Future, Mini Subs, Bigfoot, Yeti, Sasquatch, Sea Monsters, Giants, fairies, Paranormal Activity, UFOs, Aliens, Indiana Jones, James Bond, WW2, Vietnam, Helicopters (mostly Hueys), Fighter Planes (mostly WW2 ones), The Red Baron, Lazer guns, Free Style Dancing, Hard Rock, Surfing, Frizby, BBQs, Cold beers, Acting, Standup Comedy, Sketch Comedy, and Odd women.
MusicFOTC, Liam Finn, Neil Finn, Tim Finn, The Finn Bros, Crowded House, Split Enz and The Crazy Dogggz
Movies"the cat from out of space." have you seen that one? i even have the 3D reels for my viewmaster.
TelevisionMonsterQuest, After School with Olly Olsen, Jase the Ace and Thingee. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Secret Squirrel, The Hillbilly Bears, Atom Ant, Scooby Doo, Battlestar Gallactica, Tour of Duty, Miami Vice, The A team, Chips, Macgyver, Knight Rider, Streethawk, Mash, Mork and Mindy, Fraggle Rock, The Muppet Show, Terry Teo (ah oh ah oh)
BooksTinTin in Tibet.
HeroesSir Edmund Hillary, Steve Irwin

     Rhys Darby's Details
Status:Married
Hometown:Auckland New Zealand
Zodiac Sign:Aries
Children:Proud parent
Education:College graduate
Occupation:Comedian

   Rhys Darby's Schools
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand
Graduated: 1998
Student status: Alumni
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major: Art Theory
Clubs: Comedy Club
 

1995 to 1998


Rhys Darby's Clips [View All Clips]
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Rhys Darby Live: Imagine That! promo
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The sounds of war
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The Jetpack
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Bill Napier
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Rhys in WW2
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Monsters chase Rhys
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Billy T James Awards 2001
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   Upcoming Gigs
Nov 6 2009 8:00P
James Hay Theatre Christchurch
Nov 7 2009 8:00P
James Hay Theatre Christchurch
Nov 8 2009 8:00P
James Hay Theatre Christchurch
Nov 10 2009 8:00P
New Plymouth Theatre New Plymouth
Nov 11 2009 8:00P
Opera House Wellington
Nov 12 2009 8:00P
Opera House Wellington
Nov 13 2009 8:00P
Opera House Wellington
Nov 28 2009 8:00P
Town Hall Pukekohe
Dec 7 2009 8:00P
Skycity Theatre Auckland
Dec 8 2009 8:00P
Skycity Theatre Auckland
Dec 10 2009 8:00P
Skycity Theatre Auckland
Dec 11 2009 8:00P
Skycity Theatre Auckland

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   Rhys Darby's Blurbs
About me:
Hi there. I'm currently in New Zealand, about to film a new comedy series. It's all very hush hush at the moment. (that's right it's mainly mime.) My first stand-up comedy dvd has been released into the wild recently. It's called Rhys Darby Live 'Imagine that'. It is available in the UK, NZ and OZ. A US release date has been set yet for later this year. I would love to perform in every town in the US I have been invited to by my myspace fans, but sadly have not enough time. When i'm not acting on TV or Movies i'm doing stand-up comedy. When i'm not doing that i'm going on adventures with my wife Rosie and my son Finn! .. .. ..
Who I'd like to meet:
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MySpace Secret Show with Rhys Darby, New Zealand
RHYS DARBY ON ROVE ROSS STEEL COACHES ROGER FEDERER ROSS STEEL RETURNS

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Campfire Kids

Campfire Kids



Nov 27 2009 1:52 AM

Hi! Thanks for being our friend! It would mean a lot if you'd check out our songs and leave us a comment. If we're doing our job you might even get a smile out of it. Comment how you feel!

Also, if you're in the Salt Lake City area let me know, we are trying to build a really strong local fanbase and always looking for people to jam with! Get with us early and we'll hook you up when we're huge...which will probably be in a week or two.

THANKS

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Kate

Kate Halcrow



Nov 26 2009 7:47 AM

thanks for the add!
:)
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Nov 25 2009 7:06 AM


 

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Tiana Woods



Nov 24 2009 9:19 PM

FUCK YAAAAAA! BEEN TO THE MOOOOOON! :)

Never laughed so hard in my life.
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Nov 24 2009 3:30 PM


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carol lynn

Carol lynn



Nov 24 2009 12:38 PM

Hi Rhysie,
You were just a nutty god in Pirate Radio.  Loved the film and loved you in the film.
Great job.
I think you should grab a clip of that and add it to your videos on your page - imagine that!

oxox
MADSICKILL AKA DUB TERMINATOR

MADSICKILL AKA DUB TERMINATOR



Nov 21 2009 1:11 PM

Check out my fresh baked N.Z. dub riddims the new reggae sound, press play.. its free to download. NuFF ReSpEcT

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Nov 21 2009 1:11 PM

Check out my fresh baked N.Z. dub riddims the new reggae sound, press play.. its free to download. NuFF ReSpEcT

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Nov 21 2009 11:42 AM



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Dante's Inferno

Dante's Inferno



Nov 20 2009 10:48 AM

hi rhys. Thanks for adding me!!! I love you on Flight of the Conchords. Murray's the best
Devoted to Stupidity

Eric Estrada



Nov 19 2009 10:53 PM


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Jonny Havoc

Jon Jones



Nov 18 2009 11:14 AM

This is for you, you delicious man.

Evan

 Evan



Nov 17 2009 9:15 PM

Your amazing on flight of the conchords! Friends and leggy blonde are great songs, do you think you can comment on my profile about my good looks?
Aint Been The Same I Miss u Bro RIP BEAN Much Luv

Mark D



Nov 17 2009 4:14 PM


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Dirty Little Shorts

Dirty Little Shorts



Nov 17 2009 6:10 AM

Trailer for the upcoming film from Dirty Little Shorts: 52 TAKES OF THE SAME THING, THEN BOOBS. Enjoy!
jean

jean



Nov 16 2009 5:55 PM

Pirate Radio is just an all around great movie, and you were fantastic!  It's gonna be big.  PLUS we all gotta get the DVD -- will the US version have extended length? WOO HOO
jen

jennifer parks



Nov 16 2009 1:17 PM

You were AMAZING in Pirate Radio!!! I enjoyed the movie so much!!  I felt so horrible for you when the boat was sinking!!  ;)  So glad you got some love at the end.  Well done!!!!!
What's It Feel Like To Be A Ghost?

Hey Brittany



Nov 16 2009 12:29 PM

You have't seen your own newest movie yet? Well, I really liked it. I might go see it again next weekend. :D
Vanessa

Vanessa



Nov 14 2009 11:24 PM

I saw Pirate Radio (aka The Boat That Rocked) last night. Awesome job! I'll admit that the only reason I decided to see it on opening night is because you're in it. That's love!

PS: Congrats on your sold out NZ tour! Could we expect to see you again in the US sometime next year?
Indigo Raven

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Nov 14 2009 12:10 AM


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XFuckedByThievesX

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Nov 12 2009 10:04 AM

i hope you like what you hear. thanks for the add
Breebot

Breebot



Nov 11 2009 7:08 AM

Just saw PIRATE RADIO -- you're so fucking funny. I got so excited when I saw your face! :P
Sean Sweeney

Sean Sweeney



Nov 10 2009 2:32 AM

You are hilarious!!!!! thanks so much for the add!!!
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