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.
The roles that explain the career.
16 credits across 2 departments.
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Rise of the Footsoldier: Retribution | Ricky | Film |
| 2025 | Bet Dead Casino | Slick Vic | Film |
| 2025 | Bet Dead Casino | Executive Producer | Film |
| 2019 | General Commander | Tom Benton | Film |
| 2016 | Hard Target 2 | Wes Trainer | Film |
| 2015 | No Escape | Hotel Guest #1 | Film |
| 2014 | Action Jackson | Russian Mafia Boss | Film |
| 2013 | Only God Forgives | Byron | Film |
| 2013 | Vikingdom | Captain of Jomsberg | Film |
| 2012 | Billa II | Russian Mafia Boss | Film |
| 2012 | The Mark | Jenson | Film |
| 2011 | Largo Winch II | Pilot Mercenerie | Film |
| 2011 | Dhada | Gang boss | Film |
| 2011 | Elephant White | Gangster | Film |
| 2011 | The Hangover Part II | Bar Fighter | Film |
| 2010 | Full Love | Byron | Film |
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