Bryan Dawe
ActingAbout Bryan Dawe
Born in Port Adelaide. Played football and cricket a lot. Represented S.A. schoolboys football 1961. Escaped Woodville High at 15. Music industry in Adelaide until 21. Left Adelaide for London. Returned 1972 moved to Melbourne. Next four years was Senior Executive for Lunch & Dinner assisting Astor Records and music industry in supporting Australian wine industry and restaurants across Australia. Retired hurt, travelled and wrote songs for next ten years. Wrote for ABC radio. Made head of Radio Comedy Unit for four years - only person in unit. Performed Roly Parks and Sir Murray Rivers QC for the past 27 years. Met Mr John Clarke. Spent next 27 years with aforementioned trying to get politicians to put their hands up on the table where we could all see them. Hasn't worked thus far but will keep trying. We live in hope. Inveterate traveller and photographer.
Bryan Dawe Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bryan Dawe reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 8 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bryan Dawe's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 25% of Bryan Dawe'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 Not Only Fred Dagg But Also John Clarke, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bryan Dawe Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bryan Dawe's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bryan Dawe has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Not Only Fred Dagg But Also John Clarke | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Big Picture - The Films of Charles Chauvel | Self (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Clarke and Dawe: The Full Catastrophe | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Dagg Sea Scrolls | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Honourable Wally Norman | Richard Nicholls | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Castle | Ron Graham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Lust and Revenge | Gallery Director | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Heaven Tonight | Stewart Murchison | Flop | Similar → |
Bryan Dawe - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bryan Dawe?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bryan Dawe is "Not Only Fred Dagg But Also John Clarke" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Bryan Dawe acted in?
Bryan Dawe has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bryan Dawe?
Other notable films include "The Castle", "The Honourable Wally Norman", and "Heaven Tonight".