Brian Wenzel

Acting

Freshness: Feb 01, 2026

5Total Films

6.4 Highest Rated

Born: May 24, 1929

Birth Place: Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

About Brian Wenzel

Brian Wenzel (24 May 1929 - 6 May 2024) was an Australian former actor, comedian, director and singer. He was in the entertainment business for 75 years, including circus, stage, television and film (including made for TV movies and theatrical release films). After numerous character roles in Crawford Productions serials films and after appearing in the ABC serial Certain Women, he was cast in the permanent role of Sgt. Frank Gilroy, he played in A Country Practice from 1981 and 1993.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Brian Wenzel reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Thriller

The majority of Brian Wenzel's filmography leans towards the Thriller 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Brian Wenzel remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in John Doe: Vigilante, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Brian Wenzel Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Brian Wenzel's career based on audience ratings.

★6.4

★6.4

John Doe: Vigilante: When John Doe is convicted of being a vigilante serial killer, a vigilante group named 'Speak for the Dead' emerges in s

John Doe: Vigilante

2014•Thriller

★6.0

★6.0

The Odd Angry Shot: A group of Australian SAS regiment soldiers are deployed to Vietnam around 1967/8 and encounter the realities of war, fr

The Odd Angry Shot

1979•War

★6.0

★6.0

Deadline: A journalist sets out to report on a minor earthquake in the Australian outback, and finds that the tremor was a result

Deadline

1982•Thriller

★5.0

★5.0

The Death Train: An insurance investigator comes to a small town to investigate the death of a man insured by his company. The local resi

The Death Train

1978•Thriller

★5.0

★5.0

Alison's Birthday: During a Ouija board session with her teenaged friends, 16-year-old Alison gets a message from beyond the grave not to g

Alison's Birthday

1981•Horror

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Brian Wenzel.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2014	John Doe: Vigilante	Judge	Average	Similar →
1982	Deadline	ASIO Agent	Average	Similar →
1981	Alison's Birthday	Police Sergeant	Flop	Similar →
1979	The Odd Angry Shot	-	Average	Similar →
1978	The Death Train	-	Flop	Similar →

Brian Wenzel - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Brian Wenzel?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Brian Wenzel is "John Doe: Vigilante" with a rating of 6.4/10.

How many movies has Brian Wenzel acted in?

Brian Wenzel has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Brian Wenzel?

Other notable films include "The Odd Angry Shot", "Deadline", and "The Death Train".