John Clayton
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John Clayton (7 April 1940 – 25 September 2003) was an Australian television and film character actor, primarily in drama series and soap operas. Clayton's most prominenr roles included that of Inspector Bill Adams on Police Rescue and Maurie Barnard on Echo Point. He also had recurring roles on Big Sky as Roland 'Riley' Watson, and on Grass Roots as Harry Bond.
John Clayton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Clayton reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 26 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Clayton's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 12% of John Clayton'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 Dawn!, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Clayton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Clayton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Clayton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Shotgun Wedding | Supt. Church | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Police Rescue: The Movie | Insp. Bill Adams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Joh's Jury | Judge John Helman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Time Game | Detective Wills | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Strangers | Agent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Cappuccino | Max | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Sebastian and the Sparrow | Country Cop | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | To Make a Killing | Graham Price | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Breaking Loose | Neville | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Out of the Body | Sgt. Whittaker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Everlasting Secret Family | The Mayor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Boundaries of the Heart | Sergeant Riley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | High Tide | Col | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Warm Nights on a Slow Moving Train | Football Coach | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Unfinished Business | Geoff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | After Hours | Lawyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Midnite Spares | Vincent | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Ginger Meggs | Mr Wentworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Far East | Tony Alsop | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Freedom | CES Officer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | ...Maybe This Time | Estate Agent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Dawn! | Syd | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Newsfront | Cliff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Irishman | Sam Brookes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | High Rolling | Arnold | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Sidecar Racers | Dave Ferguson | Flop | Similar → |
John Clayton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Clayton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Clayton is "Dawn!" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has John Clayton acted in?
John Clayton has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Clayton?
Other notable films include "Sebastian and the Sparrow", "Joh's Jury", and "High Tide".