Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Ray Stevenson
How Ray Stevenson built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Ray Stevenson, born in Northern Ireland, was an English actor recognized for his roles in film and television. A notable role was Titus Pullo in the BBC/HBO series "Rome" (2005-2007). He portrayed Frank Castle/The Punisher in "Punisher: War Zone" (2008) and Volstagg in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (2011-2017), embodying multiple Marvel Comics characters.
1994: Role in 'The Dwelling Place'
In 1994, Ray Stevenson appeared in the Catherine Cookson film The Dwelling Place.
1995: Role in 'Some Kind of Life'
In 1995, Ray Stevenson appeared in the TV film Some Kind of Life.
1996: Role in 'The Tide of Life'
In 1996, Ray Stevenson appeared in the Catherine Cookson film The Tide of Life.
1998: Film Debut in 'The Theory of Flight'
In 1998, Ray Stevenson made his film debut in The Theory of Flight.
2000: Played Jesus Christ in the York Mystery Plays
In 2000, Ray Stevenson played the part of Jesus Christ in the York Mystery Plays at York Minster.
2001: Part in 'Mouth to Mouth'
In 2001, Ray Stevenson took the part of Roger in the play Mouth to Mouth by Kevin Elyot, at the Albery Theatre in London.
2002: Starred in Short Film 'No Man's Land'
In 2002, Ray Stevenson starred in the short film No Man's Land, set during World War I.
2003: Part in 'The Duchess of Malfi'
In 2003, Ray Stevenson played the Cardinal in The Duchess of Malfi by John Webster at the Royal National Theatre.
2004: Role in 'King Arthur'
In 2004, Ray Stevenson played Dagonet in the film King Arthur.
2008: Leading Role in 'Outpost' and 'Punisher: War Zone'
In 2008, Ray Stevenson had his first leading role in the film Outpost and also starred in Punisher: War Zone as Frank Castle / The Punisher.
2008: Portrayal of The Punisher
In 2008, Ray Stevenson portrayed Frank Castle / The Punisher in the film Punisher: War Zone, marking his entry into the Marvel universe.
2010: Antagonist Role in 'The Other Guys'
In 2010, Ray Stevenson played an antagonist in the comedy The Other Guys.
2011: Roles in 'Kill the Irishman', 'Thor', and 'The Three Musketeers'
In 2011, Ray Stevenson appeared in the film Kill the Irishman as Danny Greene, starred as Volstagg in the Marvel film Thor, and played Porthos in The Three Musketeers.
2011: Entry into Marvel Cinematic Universe
In 2011, Ray Stevenson began portraying Volstagg in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, continuing until 2017.
2012: Role in 'Dexter'
In 2012, Ray Stevenson played Isaak Sirko in the seventh season of Dexter.
2012: Role in 'Dexter' and Saturn Award Nomination
In 2012, Ray Stevenson played Ukrainian mobster Isaak Sirko in the seventh season of Dexter, earning him a Saturn Award nomination.
2013: Began Role in Vikings
In 2013, Ray Stevenson began appearing in Season 6 of the series Vikings as Othere, which ran until 2020.
2013: Role in 'G.I. Joe: Retaliation'
In 2013, Ray Stevenson played Firefly in G.I. Joe: Retaliation.
2014: Role in 'Divergent'
In 2014, Ray Stevenson starred in the film Divergent.
March 2015: Release of 'The Divergent Series: Insurgent'
In March 2015, Ray Stevenson reprised his role in The Divergent Series: Insurgent.
March 2015: Joining the Cast of 'Black Sails'
On 24 March 2015, it was announced that Ray Stevenson would join the cast of the Starz series Black Sails as Edward Teach.
March 2016: Release of 'The Divergent Series: Allegiant'
In March 2016, Ray Stevenson reprised his role in The Divergent Series: Allegiant.
2016: Role in 'Black Sails' and 'Star Wars Rebels'
In 2016, Ray Stevenson played Blackbeard in Black Sails and voiced Gar Saxon in Star Wars Rebels, continuing through 2017.
2019: Announcement as Lead Antagonist in 'RRR'
In 2019, Ray Stevenson was announced as a lead antagonist in the Telugu film RRR.
2020: Continued Role in Vikings
Ray Stevenson continued his role in Season 6 of the series Vikings in 2020.
2022: Release of 'RRR'
In 2022, RRR, featuring Ray Stevenson, was released, marking his debut in Indian cinema.
2023: Announcement and Role in 'Ahsoka'
At Star Wars Celebration 2023, Ray Stevenson was announced as playing Baylan Skoll in Ahsoka, a miniseries debuting on Disney+.
2023: Role in 'Ahsoka'
In 2023, Ray Stevenson portrayed Baylan Skoll in Ahsoka.
