He is known for his role as Rufio, the leader of the Lost Boys in Steven Spielberg's Hook, Dolph in the cult film But I'm a Cheerleader, the lead character Ben Mercado in the independent film The Debut, and for voicing the titular protagonist of American Dragon: Jake Long and Prince Zuko in Avatar: The Last Airbender.

Dec 10, 2021 · Dante Basco had his breakout role as Rufio opposite Robin Williams's Peter Pan in Steven Spielberg's 1991 family favorite, Hook. (Photo: TriStar Pictures / courtesy Everett Collection)

Rufio (real name: Roofus) is a supporting protagonist in the 1991 movie Hook, and the main character in his short film prequel Bangarang. He leads the Lost Boys after Peter grew up in the real world where he forgets he's Peter Pan.

Hook is a 1991 American fantasy adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg and written by James V. Hart and Malia Scotch Marmo. It stars Robin Williams as Peter Banning / Peter Pan , Dustin Hoffman as Captain Hook , Julia Roberts as Tinker Bell , Bob Hoskins as Mr. Smee , Maggie Smith as Granny Wendy and Charlie Korsmo as Jack Banning.

Hook (1991) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.

Rufio is the leader of the Lost Boys in the 1991 film Hook, played by Dante Basco. He is an original character in this film, commonly remembered for his big, spiked, red-striped hair.

A great memorable quote from the Hook movie on Quotes.net - Peter: [he and Rufio are having an insult fight] Substitute chemistry teacher! Lost Boy: C'mon Rufio, hit him back! Rufio: Mung tongue!

Jul 10, 2023 · Rufio in Hook rocked millennials' worlds and gifted them with a timeless DIY Halloween costume idea. Here's what the actor who played Rufio is doing now.

Aug 22, 2016 · In the film, Williams plays Banning as a man who’s grown, become a lawyer, and forgotten his enchanted past. Only when his children, Jack and Maggie, are kidnapped by Hook (Dustin Hoffman) does...

With Rufio courageously defending Peter, tragedy looms, and in a haunting moment, Hook kills Rufio, leaving Peter’s heart heavy. As the battle rages on, Peter confronts Hook, wrestling with the decision to avenge Rufio or heed his children’s pleas to spare Hook.