Bryan Dawe
ActingAbout Bryan Dawe
Born in Port Adelaide. Played football and cricket a lot. Represented S.A. schoolboys football 1961. Escaped Woodville High at 15. Music industry in Adelaide until 21. Left Adelaide for London. Returned 1972 moved to Melbourne. Next four years was Senior Executive for Lunch & Dinner assisting Astor Records and music industry in supporting Australian wine industry and restaurants across Australia. Retired hurt, travelled and wrote songs for next ten years. Wrote for ABC radio. Made head of Radio Comedy Unit for four years - only person in unit. Performed Roly Parks and Sir Murray Rivers QC for the past 27 years. Met Mr John Clarke. Spent next 27 years with aforementioned trying to get politicians to put their hands up on the table where we could all see them. Hasn't worked thus far but will keep trying. We live in hope. Inveterate traveller and photographer.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bryan Dawe reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Bryan Dawe's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bryan Dawe remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Not Only Fred Dagg But Also John Clarke, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bryan Dawe Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bryan Dawe's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bryan Dawe.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Not Only Fred Dagg But Also John Clarke | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Big Picture - The Films of Charles Chauvel | Self (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Clarke and Dawe: The Full Catastrophe | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Dagg Sea Scrolls | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Honourable Wally Norman | Richard Nicholls | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Castle | Ron Graham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Lust and Revenge | Gallery Director | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Heaven Tonight | Stewart Murchison | Flop | Similar → |
Bryan Dawe - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bryan Dawe?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bryan Dawe is "Not Only Fred Dagg But Also John Clarke" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Bryan Dawe acted in?
Bryan Dawe has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bryan Dawe?
Other notable films include "The Castle", "The Honourable Wally Norman", and "Heaven Tonight".