Heath Ledger

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Characters played by Heath Ledger

Joker — The Dark Knight (2008)

Chaotic criminal mastermind seeking to prove society's fragility.

Ennis Del Mar — Brokeback Mountain (2005)

Ennis Del Mar is a Wyoming cowboy whose summer work on Brokeback Mountain begins his intimate relationship with Jack Twist. He later marries Alma Beers, raises two daughters, and repeatedly refuses Jack's proposals for a shared life because of family responsibilities and fear. After Jack's death, Ennis preserves their shirts and remains haunted by their lost future.

William Thatcher — A Knight's Tale (2001)

William is a poor squire who impersonates his deceased master to enter noble jousting tournaments. With help from Roland, Wat, Chaucer, and Kate, he rises from fraudulently assumed knight to genuine champion, wins Jocelyn's love, and is publicly knighted after proving his honor, courage, and loyalty.

Patrick Verona — 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)

An Australian senior known as a bad boy, Patrick is recruited to date Katarina so Bianca can date. He initially pursues Katarina for money, but genuinely falls for her while earning her trust through care, music, and romantic attention. After the truth is exposed, he admits his feelings and reconciles with her.

Jacob Grimm — The Brothers Grimm (2005)

Jacob Grimm is Wilhelm Grimm's brother and the more knowledgeable folklorist of their deceptive supernatural act. He investigates the tower, discovers the Mirror Queen's ritual, rescues Sasha, destroys the magic mirror, and awakens Angelika after the final confrontation.

Tony — The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009)

Tony is a disgraced philanthropist rescued from beneath a bridge after surviving a hanging with a golden pipe. He joins the troupe as a barker, modernizes its act, and wins souls through the Imaginarium, but his history of exploiting orphans is exposed before he is tricked into choosing a false pipe and killed.

Skip — Lords of Dogtown (2005)

The surf shop owner and board designer who forms the Zephyr skate team after acquiring new wheels. He desperately tries to keep his team together but eventually shuts it down when the boys leave for corporate deals. He later sells his shop to resolve financial issues and focuses on crafting surfboards.

Sonny Grotowski — Monster's Ball (2001)

Hank’s emotionally distressed son and fellow correction officer. He breaks down while escorting Lawrence to the electric chair, is rejected and assaulted by Hank, and later kills himself after confronting his father.

Robbie — I'm Not There (2007)

A twenty-two-year-old actor portraying Jack Rollins in a biographical film. His marriage to French artist Claire deteriorates due to his infidelity and misogynistic remarks. After a London filming stint and affair, Claire initiates divorce proceedings in 1973 and secures custody of their children.

Alex Bernier — The Order (2003)

Protagonist and member of the secretive Carolingian order of priests. Sent to Rome to investigate the suspicious death of the order's leader, he uncovers a conspiracy involving a renegade cult and a hidden historical treasure.

Casanova — Casanova (2005)

Casanova is Venice's notorious romantic adventurer, whose promiscuity and theatrical reputation make him a target of the authorities. To avoid exile, he becomes engaged to Victoria, then falls in love with Francesca while hiding his identity through several deceptions. His actions ultimately lead to their trial, escape, and a new life as a touring stage actor.

Ned Kelly — Ned Kelly (2003)

Protagonist and leader of the Kelly Gang. Grows up in colonial Victoria, serves three years in prison for riding a stolen mare, and becomes an outlaw after a false shooting accusation by Constable Fitzpatrick. He leads bank robberies to fund poor families, wears custom armor at Glenrowan, is captured gravely injured, and ultimately hanged despite a massive public petition.

Career Overview

Heath Ledger has 33 screen credits in a career dating back to 1988. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently The Dark Knight Trilogy with 1 titles. Signature works include The Dark Knight, Brokeback Mountain, A Knight's Tale. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
33
Birth Date
1979-04-04
Birth Place
Perth, Western Australia, Australia

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Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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