How old was Willem Dafoe in The Clearing?

The age of a celebrity during a film’s production often sparks interest among fans. That detail can add a new layer of appreciation to their performance. We’re about to uncover that piece of the puzzle.

While The Clearing was being made, Willem Dafoe was:

48 years old

That number reflects the celebrity’s real age when the movie was made.

To determine the age, we considered the first day of the year The Clearing premiered:

January 1, 2004

And the known birth date of Willem Dafoe:

July 22, 1955

Given the typical time period between the filming and the release date, Willem Dafoe could have been a year older or younger than the age shown when some scenes were being filmed.