Eric Bana » Trivia

He chose Hulk (2003) over several other Marvel Comics movie adaptations that were offered to him.

His deal for Hulk (2003) includes an option for two sequels, with substantial salary raises for each film.

Is the second Australian actor to play a Marvel Comics superhero on the big screen (Hugh Jackman was the first as Wolverine in X-Men (2000)).

Underwent weight and fight-training for his role as Hector in Troy (2004).

Admitted to eating junk food for four weeks to put on the extra weight needed to play Chopper (2000). He gained 30 pounds for the role.

Hates guns.

After wrapping Hulk (2003), he spent nine months at home with his family.

In an ironic twist, Mark Brandon Read, who was portrayed by Bana in the movie Chopper (2000), has a small role in the film Trojan Warrior (2002); which he plays a guy named "Erik Bana". This is not to be confused with Troy (2004) which also stars Bana and features a Trojan horse.

Tall by almost any standards at 6' 2.5", he is actually medium-sized or small by his family's standards. For instance, his brother stands 6' 8".

Was the first choice to play Xander Cage in xXx (2002), but turned it down to do The Nugget (2002).

Began as a stand up comedian.

First car was an old 1974 Ford Falcom XB Coupe, purchased for $1000 at age 15.

Prior to Troy (2004), Bana had worked with Orlando Bloom in Black Hawk Down (2001).

When asked in 2005 who his idols are, he named Richard Pryor, Paul Newman and Barry Humphries.

Choosen by Empire Magazine as one of the 100 Sexiest Movie Stars in the world (#61) 2007.