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).
John Hargreaves Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of John Hargreaves reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 31 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of John Hargreaves's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 16% of John Hargreaves'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 Cry Freedom, which stands out as a key performance.
Best John Hargreaves Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from John Hargreaves's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie John Hargreaves has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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".