Bille Brown
ActingAbout Bille Brown
Bille Brown (11 January 1952 - 13 January 2013) was an Australian Shakespearean actor and acclaimed writer of plays. After Bille graduated his drama at the University of Queensland, he began with the Queensland Theatre Company and, later, was a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) in Strathford and London. While with the RSC, he was one of its few commissioned writers. Bille Brown AM has been recognised twice in the Australian Honours System. On 1 January 2001 he was granted the Centenary Medal "for distinguished service to the arts" and on 26 January 2011, Bille was named as a Member of the Order of Australia "for service to the performing arts as an actor and playwright, and to education". The latter honour is denoted by the post-nominal "AM" after his name.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bille Brown reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Bille Brown'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 6% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bille Brown remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Dish, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bille Brown Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bille Brown's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bille Brown.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Killer Elite | Colonel Fitz | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Eye of the Storm | Dudley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader | Coriakin | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | At World's End | James Hall | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | 3 Acts of Murder | George Ritchie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Dying Breed | Harvey / Rowan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Unfinished Sky | Bob Potter | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Curtin | Robert Menzies | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | BlackJack: In the Money | Tez Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Silent Storm | Hedley Marston | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Black and White | Thomas Playford | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Dirty Deeds | Senator | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Man Who Sued God | Gerry Ryan | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Serenades | Pastor Hoffman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Dish | Prime Minister | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Passion | John Grainger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Oscar and Lucinda | Percy Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Fierce Creatures | Neville Coltrane | Average | Similar → |
Bille Brown - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bille Brown?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bille Brown is "The Dish" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Bille Brown acted in?
Bille Brown has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bille Brown?
Other notable films include "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader", "The Man Who Sued God", and "Killer Elite".