Viggo Mortensen stands at an exact 5ft 10 ¾ (179.7 cm), a height that lends him a commanding yet grounded presence ideal for his rugged, heroic roles. Best known as Aragorn in Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy, his stature enhances the character's kingly authority and endurance during epic battles.
This 179.7 cm frame suits his intense performances in films like A History of Violence, where it amplifies his everyman's menace, and Eastern Promises, earning an Oscar nomination. Other highlights include Crimson Tide, G.I. Jane, The Road, and Hidalgo, where his height bolsters authentic, physical characterizations.