Byron Gibson
Actor, Producer
Byron Gibson entered the film industry in 2008 when Jean-Claude Van Damme cast him as a gangster, marking the start of a career that has taken him across the globe. Since then, Byron has appeared in over 70 productions spanning feature films, TV series, and international co-productions.
He became widely recognized for his unforgettable performance in Nicolas Winding Refn’s Only God Forgives, starring opposite Ryan Gosling. His disturbing torture sequence at the Cannes Film Festival caused a stir when a large portion of the audience walked out, cementing his reputation for fearless and uncompromising roles.
Although often cast as the antagonist, Byron has worked alongside some of the most respected names in the business, proving his versatility across genres and characters. His career has seen him collaborating with both heroes and villains, bringing his unique brand of method acting to each project. Known for his commitment to authenticity, he frequently performs his own action sequences.
In the UK, Byron is also part of the popular Rise of the Footsoldier franchise, further establishing himself as a recognizable face in British crime cinema. His work continues to cross borders, showcasing his talent in both mainstream and independent productions.
With his ability to embody complex, conflicted, and dangerous characters, Byron Gibson has built a reputation as an actor unafraid to push limits, earning respect from peers and audiences alike.
He became widely recognized for his unforgettable performance in Nicolas Winding Refn’s Only God Forgives, starring opposite Ryan Gosling. His disturbing torture sequence at the Cannes Film Festival caused a stir when a large portion of the audience walked out, cementing his reputation for fearless and uncompromising roles.
Although often cast as the antagonist, Byron has worked alongside some of the most respected names in the business, proving his versatility across genres and characters. His career has seen him collaborating with both heroes and villains, bringing his unique brand of method acting to each project. Known for his commitment to authenticity, he frequently performs his own action sequences.
In the UK, Byron is also part of the popular Rise of the Footsoldier franchise, further establishing himself as a recognizable face in British crime cinema. His work continues to cross borders, showcasing his talent in both mainstream and independent productions.
With his ability to embody complex, conflicted, and dangerous characters, Byron Gibson has built a reputation as an actor unafraid to push limits, earning respect from peers and audiences alike.
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Filmography
| 2026 | Rise of the Footsoldier: Retribution · as Ricky |
| 2025 | Full Moon · as Steven |
| 2025 | Bet Dead Casino · as Slick Vic.On Plex |
| 2025 | Trapped · as Jamie The Foreman |
| 2024 | Crooks · as Jan |
| 2023 | Deathpit · as Hammerstone |
| 2023 | The Siege · as Big Deal |
| 2021 | Mister Mayfair: Shooting Paul · as Tommy FilbeyOn Plex |
| 2021 | Mister Mayfair: Serena's Game · as Tommy FilbeyOn Plex |
| 2020 | English Dogs · as Byron |
| 2019 | Rise of the Footsoldier: The Heist · as Ricky |
| 2019 | |
| 2019 | Haphazard · as HaroldOn Plex |
| 2019 | General Commander · as Tom BentonOn Plex |
| 2019 | Blood & Treasure · as Ian |
| 2017 | King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table · as King ArthurOn Plex |
| 2016 | Enter the Warriors Gate · as Viking Barbarian |
| 2016 | Brutal: Taste of Violence · as Marcus |
| 2016 | Hard Target 2 · as Wes Trainer |
| 2016 | The Asian Connection · as SamOn Plex |
| 2016 | Brutal A Taste of Violence. · as Marcus Knox |
| 2016 | Bangkok Rush · as BrinkOn Plex |
| 2016 | Deep · as Angelos |
| 2015 | Akhil · as Katrochi |
| 2015 | No Escape · as Hotel Guest #1 |
| 2014 | Pernicious · as ByronOn Plex |
| 2014 | Action Jackson · as Russian Mafia Boss |
| 2014 | Klinik unter Palmen · as Steve Bremus |
| 2014 | Arvingerne · as Kenn |
| 2013 | Bhai · as Mafia Boss |
| 2013 | Vikingdom · as Captain Of JomsbergOn Plex |
| 2013 | Only God Forgives · as ByronOn Plex |
| 2012 | The Far Cry Experience · as The Producer |
| 2012 | The Far Cry Experience · as The Producer |
| 2012 | The Mark · as Jenson |
| 2012 | The Impossible · as Staring Man At Airport |
| 2012 | Billa 2 · as Russian Mafia Boss |
| 2012 | Turkish for Beginners · as Crash Survivor Interviewee |
| 2011 | Dhada · as Gang Boss |
| 2011 | The Hangover Part II · as Bar Fighter |
| 2011 | Elephant White · as GangsterOn Plex |
| 2011 | Largo Winch 2 - Ultimatum · as Pilot Mercenerie |
| 2010 | The Eagle Path · as Byron |
| 2025 | Bet Dead Casino · as Executive ProducerOn Plex |
| 2020 | English Dogs · as Executive Producer |