Paul Rudd's Age During Romeo and Juliet
Paul Rudd was born on April 6, 1969. He was 27 years old when principal photography began on the 1996 Baz Luhrmann film Romeo + Juliet, and he was 27 when the movie premiered in U.S. theaters. The film is rated PG-13 by the MPA and runs 120 minutes. Public records and studio press materials confirm these dates. Forbes
Baz Luhrmann directed the film, which was released by 20th Century Fox in November 1996. The production is listed in IMDb and Box Office Mojo as a modern adaptation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Paul Rudd played the supporting role of Dave Paris, the suitor chosen by Juliet's parents. The film grossed over $147 million worldwide on a reported budget of $14.5 million, according to public box office data.
Casting and Character Details
Role of Dave Paris
In the 1996 adaptation, Dave Paris is a wealthy suitor selected by Lord Capulet to marry Juliet. Paul Rudd's portrayal presents Paris as polite and earnest, contrasting with the impulsive romance between Romeo and Juliet. The script gives Paris limited dialogue, but his presence drives key plot decisions by the Capulet family.
Comparison with Other Cast Members
Leonardo DiCaprio was 21 when cast as Romeo, and Claire Danes was 16 when she played Juliet. Director Baz Luhrmann selected actors across a range of ages to reflect the intensity and impulsiveness described in Shakespeare's text. Paul Rudd, at 27, was among the older members of the principal cast, which also included Harold Perrineau and John Leguizamo.
Paul Rudd's Career After Romeo and Juliet
Notable Film and Television Roles
After Romeo + Juliet, Paul Rudd appeared in films such as Clueless (1995), Wet Hot American Summer (2001), and the Ant-Man franchise, which began in 2015. He has received multiple award nominations, including a Primetime Emmy nomination for his work on the comedy series Living with Yourself. His career spans film, television, and voice acting in animated projects.
Box Office and Industry Recognition
The Ant-Man films, in which Paul Rudd stars as Scott Lang, have collectively grossed over $1.8 billion worldwide, according to public box office tracking sources. He is represented by Creative Artists Agency and has produced projects through his company, Infinite Frameworks. Public filings and industry databases list him as an active actor and producer as of the latest available data. SEC