Sharlto Copley (born 1973) is a South African actor, producer, and director who has distinguished himself with intense and often eccentric roles in genre cinema.

His film career received a decisive boost with the role of Wikus van de Merwe in the science fiction film *District 9* (2009), directed by his friend and collaborator Neill Blomkamp. Copley is known for his ability to portray complex characters, often under pressure or mentally unstable, with a blend of vulnerability and unpredictability.

He continued to collaborate with Blomkamp on *Elysium* (2013) and *Humandroid* (Chappie, 2015). Other significant works include *The A-Team* (2010), the thriller *Oldboy* (2013), the dark fantasy *Maleficent* (2014), and the fast-paced *Hardcore Henry* (2015) and *Free Fire* (2016). His distinctive style has made him a recognizable and appreciated face in contemporary cinema.