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.
Barry Otto Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Barry Otto reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Barry Otto's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of Barry Otto's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Vietnam, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Barry Otto Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Barry Otto's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Barry Otto has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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 | Average | 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 | The Beneficiary | Leonard Dunbar | Flop | 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 41 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".