Sharlto Copley, precisely 5ft 11 ½ (181.6 cm) tall, is a South African actor whose commanding height enhances his dynamic screen presence in sci-fi and action roles. Best known for his breakout performance as Wikus van der Merwe in District 9, his stature amplified the character's frantic transformation. Copley's height also suited his eccentric Captain Murdock in The A-Team and the menacing Agent Kruger in Elysium, solidifying his reputation for versatile, intense portrayals.