Whale Rider Cast
The cast of Whale Rider including popularity data. Data for June 05, 2025.
Keisha Castle-Hughes
as Paikea Apirana

Keisha Castle-Hughes portrays the character Paikea Apirana.

#2
Most popular actor on Whale Rider
570 Wikipedia views yesterday
Rawiri Paratene
as Koro

Rawiri Paratene takes on the role of Koro.

Vicky Haughton
as Nanny Flowers

Vicky Haughton brings Nanny Flowers to life.

Cliff Curtis
as Porourangi

Cliff Curtis embodies the character Porourangi.

#1
Most popular actor on Whale Rider
1,325 Wikipedia views yesterday
Grant Roa
as Uncle Rawiri

Grant Roa portrays Uncle Rawiri.

Mana Taumaunu
as Hemi

Mana Taumaunu plays the character Hemi.

Rachel House
as Shilo

Rachel House takes on the role of Shilo.

Taungaroa Emile
as Willie

Taungaroa Emile portrays the character Willie.

Tammy Davis
as Dog
Mabel Wharekawa
as Maka
Rawinia Clarke
as Miro
Tahei Simpson
as Miss Parata
Roi Taimana
as Hemi's Dad
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