George Henare - Actor Profile

George Henare

Acting
Freshness: Jan 28, 2026
16Total Films
7.4 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 11, 1945

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of George Henare reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of George Henare'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 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), George Henare remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Once Were Warriors, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best George Henare Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from George Henare's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4
Once Were Warriors (1994) movie poster
★7.4

Once Were Warriors: A drama about a Maori family living in Auckland, New Zealand. Lee Tamahori tells the story of Beth Heke’s strong will to

Once Were Warriors

1994•Drama
★6.8
The Legend of Johnny Lingo (2003) movie poster
★6.8

The Legend of Johnny Lingo: When a storm washes a canoe bearing an infant boy ashore upon a small South Pacific island, he is at first well-received

The Legend of Johnny Lingo

2003•Family
★6.4
Rapa Nui (1994) movie poster
★6.4

Rapa Nui: Inter-tribal rivalry leads to a competition to erect a huge Maoi statue in record time before Make can take part in the

Rapa Nui

1994•Adventure
★6.3
Atomic Twister (2002) movie poster
★6.3

Atomic Twister: When tornadoes hit a nuclear power plant, critically damaging the plant's cooling system, the results could be catastrop

Atomic Twister

2002•Action
★6.2
Crooked Earth (2001) movie poster
★6.2

Crooked Earth: Will Bastion returns home from the army after an absence of 20 years to bury his father, the former chief of thee Maori

Crooked Earth

2001•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of George Henare.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 The Rule of Jenny Pen Tony Garfield Average Similar →
2014 The Dead Lands Tane Average Similar →
2011 Waitangi Day: What Really Happened Kawiti Flop Similar →
2010 Kawa Hamiora Flop Similar →
2010 Stolen Justice Eddie Durie Average Similar →
2003 The Legend of Johnny Lingo Johnny Lingo Hit Similar →
2002 Atomic Twister Manuel Fluentez Average Similar →
2002 The Vector File Detective Ramos Flop Similar →
2001 Crooked Earth Tipene Average Similar →
2001 Love Mussel Des Tahuhu Flop Similar →
1999 Greenstone Chief Te Manahau Flop Similar →
1999 The Lost World Chief Jacoba Average Similar →
1994 Once Were Warriors Bennett Hit Similar →
1994 Rapa Nui Tupa Average Similar →
1984 The Silent One Paui Te Po Flop Similar →
1979 Te Utu Narrator Flop Similar →

George Henare - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of George Henare?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring George Henare is "Once Were Warriors" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has George Henare acted in?

George Henare has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by George Henare?

Other notable films include "The Legend of Johnny Lingo", "Rapa Nui", and "Atomic Twister".