“When you have a big 6’5 Hawaiian screaming..”: Aquaman 2 Star Jason Momoa Scared Many Casting Directors With His Intimidating Physique

Jason Momoa’s alpha charm was too much for even the casting director to resist!

aquaman 2 star jason momoa scared many casting directors with his intimidating physique

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  • Jason Momoa, a 6'5" actor known for his intimidating physique, has landed notable roles such as Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones and Aquaman in Justice League.
  • Momoa's height and muscularity have helped him gain jobs and fans throughout his career.
  • He is significantly taller than the average male in the US and stands at an impressive 6'5".
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Finding the ideal match in terms of talent and appearance is essential when casting a character. Actors often undergo physical transformations in order to embody their roles, but they can also be naturally intimidating. Enter 6’5″ Hawaii hunk Jason Momoa, whose physique would frighten even the most seasoned casting directors. 

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To put it mildly, Momoa’s massive frame and commanding height can be intimidating at first. Envision a 6’5″ natural force crashing into a casting call. Well, even the casting directors were, if not a little intimidated, then at least amazed. You may be unaware of Momoa’s height, despite images of the Aquaman star highlighting his toned physique and height advantage. 

Jason Momoa as Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones
Jason Momoa as Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones

Also read: Jason Momoa Got the Real Hot and Cold Treatment While Filming in Iceland For Zack Snyder’s Justice League

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How Tall is the Aquaman star?

Jason Momoa played a lot of notable roles during his time on screen, as fans probably already know. Some of these roles include the lead in Conan the Barbarian (2011), Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones, and Arthur Curry / Aquaman in 2017’s Justice League. The actor had to have a particular physical presence for these roles in addition to his acting skills. 

What particular meaning is conveyed there? He must have been quite tall, astonishingly tall. Well, to be honest, Momoa has changed a lot over the years, but Us Magazine claims that his physical appearance has helped him get jobs and gain fans ever since he first appeared on Baywatch in 1999. Speaking with Men’s Health about his size, Momoa said, 

“It’s just genetics … Hawaiians are big people.”

Jason Momoa as Aquaman
Jason Momoa as Aquaman

Even though that might be the case, Momoa is still noticeably taller and more muscular than most people. He is significantly taller than the average male in the United States, who is 5-foot-9, according to Healthline. However, what is his height?

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His height is actually higher than 6’4″, as stated by Google and other websites. At an impressive 6’5″, Momoa is a powerful figure, according to PopSugar’s official height record.   

Also read: Jason Momoa Reportedly To Become Only DC Actor to Play 2 Superheroes in James Gunn’s DCU – New Mystery Project in the Works

Casting Directors Were ‘Scared’ By Jason Momoa’s Height?

Jason Momoa, 44, is unmistakably tall, tremendously tall. It surprised and maybe intimidated several casting directors a little. According to an Access Hollywood interview, the actor mentioned his Game of Thrones audition and provided the following information:

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“When you have a big 6’5″ Hawaiian, screaming at the top of his lungs, like ready to rape, pillage, and kill anyone in front of [him], these . . . casting directors were kind of very scared.”

Momoa said, letting everyone know just how big he really is. He is obviously noticeable in a room because he is not only strong but also stands at an incredible height. Not all celebrities are members of the elite group of people who are exceptionally tall, despite popular belief. Momoa is joined by very few people who are taller than six feet five inches; most are much shorter. Business Insider lists Christopher Lee, Tyler Perry, Vince Vaughn, and Howard Stern among these well-known individuals. 

Jason Momoa in Fast X
Jason Momoa in Fast X

Thus, Momoa is well-known for his amazing stature as well as his gorgeous appearance. The actor who plays Aquaman is well-known for showing off his toned body in both real life and on screen. He is not afraid to flaunt his muscular physique to the world, and we are even eager to see more! 

Aquaman is streaming on Max.

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Also read: 3 Reasons Why Jason Momoa’s Aquaman 2 is Expected to Struggle at Box Office After $1.14 Billion Success With First Movie

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