John Hargreaves
ActingAbout John Hargreaves
John William Hargreaves (28 November 1945 - 8 January 1996) was an Australian film actor, but is well-remembered by Australian audiences for the title role in the TV drama Young Ramsay in the 1970s and worked in a number of stage productions. Hargreaves had roles in The Removalists (1975), Don's Party (1976), The Odd Angry Shot (1979), and Malcolm (1986). He played the love interest of Nicole Kidman's character in Emerald City (1988).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Hargreaves reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of John Hargreaves'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 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Hargreaves remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Cry Freedom, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best John Hargreaves Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Hargreaves's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Hargreaves.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Lust and Revenge | Gallery Sleaze | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Hotel Sorrento | Dick Bennett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Country Life | Jack Dickens | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | No Worries | Clive Ryan | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Blackfellas | Detective Maxwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Rome Roméo | David Waldberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Sweet Revenge | Jim Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Emerald City | Colin Rogers | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Lizard King | Rhys | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Heroes | Ted Carse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Boundaries of the Heart | Andy Ford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Cry Freedom | Bruce | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Place at the Coast | Neil McAdam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Comrades | Convict | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Double Sculls | Sam Larkin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Malcolm | Frank Baker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Sky Pirates | Lt.Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | My First Wife | John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Great Gold Swindle | Ray Mickelberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Careful, He Might Hear You | Logan | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Hoodwink | Martin Stang | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Killing of Angel Street | Elliot | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Beyond Reasonable Doubt | Arthur Allan Thomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Long Weekend | Peter | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Odd Angry Shot | Bung | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Little Boy Lost | Jacko Walls | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | A Good Thing Going | Phil Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Deathcheaters | Steve Hall | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Don's Party | Don Henderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Mad Dog Morgan | Baylis | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Removalists | - | Flop | Similar → |
John Hargreaves - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of John Hargreaves?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Hargreaves is "Cry Freedom" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has John Hargreaves acted in?
John Hargreaves has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by John Hargreaves?
Other notable films include "Hotel Sorrento", "Comrades", and "Malcolm".