
Samuel Johnson
ActingAbout Samuel Johnson
Samuel Joseph Johnson OAM (born 1978) is an award winning Australian actor, radio presenter, voiceover artist and philanthropist. He is best known for his roles in the television series The Secret Life of Us (AFI award - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role TV), Rush, After the Deluge and the miniseries Molly (AACTA Award for Best Lead Actor in a Television Drama). He also won the Gold Logie for Most Popular Personality on TV in 2017 and set a world record for the longest unicycle journey (raising $1.5m for charity) in 2014.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Samuel Johnson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Samuel Johnson'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 15% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Samuel Johnson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Crackerjack, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Samuel Johnson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Samuel Johnson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Samuel Johnson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Molly | Ian 'Molly' Meldrum | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Auditioning Fanny | Brian the Casting Director | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Tea Party | Indy (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Blind Company | Theatre Director | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | $9.99 | Dave Peck (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Illustrated Family Doctor | Gary Kelp | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | After the Deluge | Toby | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Crackerjack | Dave Jackson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | ICQ | Eric | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Strange Fits of Passion | Josh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | One Way Ticket | Jimmie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Inner Sanctuary | Carl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Angel Baby | Check-out Cashier | Average | Similar → |
Samuel Johnson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Samuel Johnson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Samuel Johnson is "Crackerjack" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Samuel Johnson acted in?
Samuel Johnson has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Samuel Johnson?
Other notable films include "The Tea Party", "Angel Baby", and "The Illustrated Family Doctor".



