Darth Maul is one of the most popular characters from the Star Wars prequel trilogy, and is known for his menacing presence and signature double-bladed lightsaber. The character was played by actor and stuntman Ray Park, with voiceover provided by Peter Serafinowicz in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace.
Ray Park’s Performance as Darth Maul
Ray Park is a British actor, stuntman, and martial artist who has appeared in a number of action and fantasy films. He was chosen to play Darth Maul due to his impressive physical abilities and martial arts background, which allowed him to perform many of the character’s impressive fighting moves.
In addition to his role as Darth Maul, Park has appeared in a number of other films, including X-Men, G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, and Heroes Among Heroes.
| Character Name | Darth Maul |
|---|---|
| Portrayed by | Ray Park |
| First Appearance | Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace |
| Last Appearance | Star Wars: The Clone Wars (TV Series) |
| Species | Dathomirian/Zabrak hybrid |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 1.75 meters (5 feet, 9 inches) |
| Eye Color | Yellow/Amber |
| Lightsaber Color | Red |
| Master | Darth Sidious |
| Apprentice | Savage Opress (formerly) |
Peter Serafinowicz’s Voiceover Work
Peter Serafinowicz is a British actor, comedian, and writer who provided the voiceover for Darth Maul in The Phantom Menace. Serafinowicz is known for his work on a number of popular British comedy shows, including Spaced and The IT Crowd.
While Serafinowicz did not physically portray Darth Maul, he was able to bring the character to life through his deep, menacing voice. His work as Darth Maul has become a fan favourite, and he has since gone on to provide voiceover work for a number of other films and television shows.
