Barry Otto
ActingAbout Barry Otto
Barry Otto (born 1941) is an Australian actor, primarily of cinema, and an amateur artist. He is the father of two daughters, Miranda Otto and Gracie Otto, who are actresses.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Barry Otto reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 40 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Barry Otto's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Barry Otto remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Vietnam, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Barry Otto Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Barry Otto's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Barry Otto.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Revealed: Otto By Otto | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Dressmaker | Percival Almanac | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Blinky Bill the Movie | Mayor Cranklepot (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Great Gatsby | Benny McClenahan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | A Cautionary Tail | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Waiting for the Turning of the Earth | Tom | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | South Solitary | George Wadsworth | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole | Echidna (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | $9.99 | Albert Kweller (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Schadenfreude | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Australia | Administrator Allsop | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Three Blind Mice | Fred | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Newcastle | Gramps | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Rogue | Merv | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Loot | Charles Highsmith | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Love's Brother | Father Alfredo | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Visitor | Michael | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Dead Letter Office | Gerald Urquhart | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Oscar and Lucinda | Jimmy D'Abbs | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Kiss or Kill | Adler Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Mr. Nice Guy | Baggio | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Mr. Reliable | The Premier (NSW) | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Lilian's Story | John Singer / Albion Singer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Cosi | Roy | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Exile | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Custodian | Brian Ferguson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Touch Me | Stewart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Door | Step-Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Strictly Ballroom | Doug Hastings | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Punisher | Shake | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Hijacking of the Achille Lauro | Kevin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | I've Come About The Suicide | Garfield Lawson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Takeover | George Oppenheimer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Howling III: The Marsupials | Prof. Harry Beckmeyer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Vietnam | Douglas Goddard | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The More Things Change... | Lex | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Bliss | Harry Joy | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Undercover | Professor Henckel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Norman Loves Rose | Charles | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Benny Hill Down Under | Various / Guest star | Flop | Similar → |
Barry Otto - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Barry Otto?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Barry Otto is "Vietnam" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Barry Otto acted in?
Barry Otto has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Barry Otto?
Other notable films include "The Great Gatsby", "The Dressmaker", and "Revealed: Otto By Otto".