Duncan Fraser
ActingAbout Duncan Fraser
Duncan Fraser is a British-born Canadian actor. He is most noted for his performance in the 1985 film Overnight, for which he was a Genie Award nominee for Best Supporting Actor at the 7th Genie Awards in 1986, and his regular role as Staff Sgt. Regan in Da Vinci's Inquest, for which he was a Gemini Award nominee for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series at the 15th Gemini Awards in 2000. Born in Manchester, England, Fraser planned to study aeronautical engineering at London University, but switched to psychology after finding engineering too technical and mathematical. Following university he travelled around the world for a number of years, before settling in the Vancouver area in 1974 and working as an actor. He spent a number of years as director of the Nanaimo Theatre Festival, and as associate director of Vancouver's Fend Players theatre company. Fraser was also known for his regular television roles as Zack Denny in Bordertown, Mac McDougall in The Heights, Colonel Munro in Hawkeye, and Brian Brewster in Hope Island. Description above from the Wikipedia article Duncan Fraser (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Duncan Fraser reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Duncan Fraser'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Duncan Fraser remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Trust in Me, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Duncan Fraser Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Duncan Fraser's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Duncan Fraser.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Buddy Games | Bill Schmidt | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Love on the Menu | George | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Predator | VA Psych | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Hamlet | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Tornado Valley | Hank Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Lost Treasure of the Grand Canyon | Dr. Samuel Jordon | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Eight Below | Captain Lovett | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Exorcism of Emily Rose | Dr. Cartwright | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Life | McTavish | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Hitcher II: I've Been Waiting | Buick Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Ben Hur | Messala (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Snow Queen | Mayor | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The New Beachcombers | George Rivers | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | K-9: P.I. | Frankie the Fence | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Investigation | George Karwaski | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Octopus 2: River of Fear | Mayor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Miracle of the Cards | Dr. Farley Middleton | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Cold Blooded | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Guilty | Martin Corrigan | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | True Heart | Lloyd Nelson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Wrongfully Accused | Sergeant McMacDonald | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | When Danger Follows You Home | Dr. Lensky | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Seven Years in Tibet | British Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | To Brave Alaska | Wylie Bennett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Alaska | Koontz | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Captains Courageous | Long Jack | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Unforgettable | Michael Stratton | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Cyberjack | Dr. Philipp Royce | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Circumstances Unknown | Sheriff Frank Hall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Red Scorpion 2 | Mr. Benjamin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Trust in Me | Lyle Volker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Timecop | Irish Cop | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Crackerjack | Colonel Hardy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Andre | Jack Adams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Ernest Goes to School | Coach Decker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Snowbound: The Jim and Jennifer Stolpa Story | Don Patterson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Needful Things | Hugh Priest | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Call Of The Wild | Red Fiske | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | When a Stranger Calls Back | Club Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Fatal Memories | George Franklin, Sr. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Captive | Nigel Crisp | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Mystery Date | Crully | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Omen IV: The Awakening | Father Mattson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Reflecting Skin | Luke Dove | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Death of the Incredible Hulk | Tom | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Fly II | Obstetrician | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Watchers | Sheriff Walt Gaines | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Malone | Malone's Target | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Spot Marks the X | Caretaker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Overnight | Arthur | Hit | Similar → |
Duncan Fraser - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Duncan Fraser?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Duncan Fraser is "Trust in Me" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Duncan Fraser acted in?
Duncan Fraser has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Duncan Fraser?
Other notable films include "Seven Years in Tibet", "Overnight", and "Eight Below".