Jon Sidney

Acting

Freshness: Feb 04, 2026

5Total Films

6.0 Highest Rated

Born: Dec 12, 1939

Birth Place: Clare, South Australia, Australia

About Jon Sidney

Jon Sidney (12 December 1939 - 16 January 1998) was an Australian actor.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jon Sidney reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: War

The majority of Jon Sidney's filmography leans towards the War 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jon Sidney remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Lighthorsemen, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jon Sidney Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jon Sidney's career based on audience ratings.

★6.0

★6.0

The Lighthorsemen: In 1917 when the British forces are bogged down in front of the Turkish and German lines in Palestine they rely on the A

The Lighthorsemen

1987•War

★5.4

★5.4

Snapshot: A young hairdresser enters into the modeling world while fearing retaliation from her puritanical mother and stalker ex-

Snapshot

1979•Thriller

★1.7

★1.7

Death of a Soldier: Based on a true story, James Coburn portrays a military lawyer assigned to defend a confessed psychotic killer. Set in t

Death of a Soldier

1986•Drama

★0.0

★0.0

The Dummerer: Roo remains mute as he fends for survival with his sister collecting recycle bottles, working in a run down paper factor

The Dummerer

1985

★0.0

To the Point of Death (1995) movie poster

★0.0

To the Point of Death: Cassie thought that the deserted beach town would be the perfect escape from the past, from her unfaithful lover and pai

To the Point of Death

1995•Thriller

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jon Sidney.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1995	To the Point of Death	Sebastian Thornton	Flop	Similar →
1987	The Lighthorsemen	Grant	Average	Similar →
1986	Death of a Soldier	General Douglas MacArthur	Flop	Similar →
1985	The Dummerer	Tinsley	Flop	Similar →
1979	Snapshot	Mr. Pluckett	Flop	Similar →

Jon Sidney - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jon Sidney?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jon Sidney is "The Lighthorsemen" with a rating of 6.0/10.

How many movies has Jon Sidney acted in?

Jon Sidney has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jon Sidney?

Other notable films include "Snapshot", "Death of a Soldier", and "The Dummerer".