Ian 'Molly' Meldrum - Actor Profile

Ian 'Molly' Meldrum

Acting
Freshness: Jan 26, 2026
11Total Films
8.5 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 29, 1946

About Ian 'Molly' Meldrum

Ian Alexander "Molly" Meldrum AM is an Australian popular music critic, journalist, record producer and musical entrepreneur.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ian 'Molly' Meldrum reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Ian 'Molly' Meldrum's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ian 'Molly' Meldrum remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in ABBA: Bang a Boomerang, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ian 'Molly' Meldrum Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ian 'Molly' Meldrum's career based on audience ratings.

★8.5
ABBA: Bang a Boomerang (2013) movie poster
★8.5

ABBA: Bang a Boomerang: The inside story on the colossal crush that Australia had on Swedish super-group ABBA and their music in the 1970's, and

ABBA: Bang a Boomerang

2013
★7.9
Mary and Max (2009) movie poster
★7.9

Mary and Max: A tale of friendship between two unlikely pen pals: Mary, a lonely, eight-year-old girl living in the suburbs of Melbour

Mary and Max

2009•Animation
★6.9
ABBA: Against the Odds (2024) movie poster
★6.9

ABBA: Against the Odds: This year marks the 50th anniversary of ABBA’s iconic Eurovision victory, a milestone that calls for a celebratory cinem

ABBA: Against the Odds

2024•Documentary
★1.0
Molly (2016) movie poster
★1.0

Molly: The story of how, from the early 1970s, Australia's eccentric Ian 'Molly' Meldrum became a loved and respected rock musi

Molly

2016•Drama
★0.0
ABBA: New Beginnings (2021) movie poster
★0.0

ABBA: New Beginnings: For ABBA fans the journey hasn’t ended! The Swedish supergroup – Agnetha, Anna-Frid, Bjorn and Benny are back with music

ABBA: New Beginnings

2021•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ian 'Molly' Meldrum.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 ABBA: Against the Odds Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2021 ABBA: New Beginnings Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2016 Todd Who? Himself Flop Similar →
2016 Molly Himself Flop Similar →
2013 ABBA: Bang a Boomerang Himself Super Hit Similar →
2009 Mary and Max Homeless Man (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2009 Sound Relief - MCG Self Flop Similar →
2003 The House of Bulger - Flop Similar →
1992 Silence Of The Hams Himself Flop Similar →
1981 A Toast to Melbourne - Flop Similar →
1972 Sunbury '72 Self Flop Similar →

Ian 'Molly' Meldrum - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ian 'Molly' Meldrum?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ian 'Molly' Meldrum is "ABBA: Bang a Boomerang" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Ian 'Molly' Meldrum acted in?

Ian 'Molly' Meldrum has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ian 'Molly' Meldrum?

Other notable films include "Mary and Max", "ABBA: Against the Odds", and "Molly".