The latest Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 commercial features renowned Swedish actor Peter Stormare, reprising his iconic role as ‘The Replacer’. This character first appeared in Black Ops 4 and possesses the unique ability to take over anyone’s job, allowing them to stay home and enjoy the latest installment of the CoD franchise. Curious about Stormare’s extensive career in movies and television?
If you’ve played Black Ops 4, you likely remember Stormare as The Replacer, particularly prominent in the battle royale mode, Blackout. Even for those who haven’t played, his familiar face might seem recognizable, especially in the recent Black Ops 6 commercial.
The first in a new series titled The Replacer Returns, this commercial premiered on September 29, 2024, showcasing The Replacer in various roles, including a firefighter, taxi driver, and street vendor.
For those who recognize Peter Stormare, it’s no coincidence; he has an impressive portfolio featuring significant roles in various blockbuster films and acclaimed TV shows.
Here’s a list of some of the most notable characters he portrayed, according to IMDb:
- Fargo (Gaear Grimsrud)
- The Brothers Grimm (Grivaldi)
- Constantine (Satan)
- Armageddon (Lev Andropov)
- 1923 (Lucca)
- So Long, Marianne (Irving Layton)
- Longmire (Chance Gilbert)
In addition to his film work, the 71-year-old Stormare has lent his voice to several notable video game characters, including King Jorunn in The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom, Johann Strauss in Quake 4, and Arach Jalaal in Destiny 2: The Witch Queen.
The Replacer originally debuted in Black Ops 4 in 2018
Stormare’s television career began back in 1978 when he made a debut as a young 25-year-old in the Swedish comedy, How do you carry yourself, man?! playing Peter Storm.
As a fun fact, a version of The Replacer known as The Liquidator was available as a Special Order in the Black Market during Black Ops 4, indicating we might see more of Stormare’s character in the life cycle of Black Ops 6.
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