Leon Schuster - Actor Profile

Leon Schuster

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
18Total Films
8.7 Highest Rated
Born: May 21, 1951
Birth Place: Vereeniging, South Africa

About Leon Schuster

Leon Ernest "Schuks" Schuster is a South African filmmaker, comedian, actor, presenter and singer.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Leon Schuster reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Leon Schuster's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Leon Schuster remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Millennium Menace, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Leon Schuster Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Leon Schuster's career based on audience ratings.

★8.7
The Millennium Menace (1999) movie poster
★8.7

The Millennium Menace — With his noticeable signature, Leon Schuster is set to keep South Africa in hysterics with his latest batch of "candid c

The Millennium Menace

1999•Comedy
★7.8
Oh Schucks.... It's Schuster! (1989) movie poster
★7.8

Oh Schucks.... It's Schuster! — In a series of short skits, Leon Schuster uses candid camera and several disguises to stitch up the general public of So

Oh Schucks.... It's Schuster!

1989•Comedy
★7.0
Schuks! Your Country Needs You (2013) movie poster
★7.0

Schuks! Your Country Needs You — Leon Schuster (Schuks) returns to prank unsuspecting South Africans. Helping him round up everyday victims are Rob van V

Schuks! Your Country Needs You

2013•Comedy
★6.8
Schuks: Pay Back the Money (2015) movie poster
★6.8

Schuks: Pay Back the Money — After losing rugby’s holy grail, the Currie Cup, Schuks (Leon Schuster) sets off on a hilarious journey to pay for what

Schuks: Pay Back the Money

2015•Comedy
★6.7
Mr. Bones 3: Son of Bones (2022) movie poster
★6.7

Mr. Bones 3: Son of Bones — Sixty years ago, in an obscure corner of Africa, the only survivor of a light aircraft crash was a baby boy. Perhaps it

Mr. Bones 3: Son of Bones

2022•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Leon Schuster.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 Mr. Bones 3: Son of Bones Mr. Bones Hit Similar →
2018 Frank and Fearless Sonny Frank Flop Similar →
2015 Schuks: Pay Back the Money Various Hit Similar →
2013 Schuks! Your Country Needs You Schuks Hit Similar →
2012 Mad Buddies Boetie de Wett Flop Similar →
2010 Schuks Tshabalala's Survival Guide to South Africa Dr. Schuks Tshabalala / Various Average Similar →
2008 Mr. Bones 2: Back from the Past Mr Bones Average Similar →
2005 Mama Jack Jack Theron, Donald And Mama Bola Average Similar →
2004 Oh Schuks... I'm Gatvol! Schuks Flop Similar →
2001 Mr. Bones Mr. Bones Average Similar →
1999 The Millennium Menace Himself / Various Characters Super Hit Similar →
1996 Panic Mechanic Schuks Average Similar →
1993 Yankee Zulu Rhino Labuschagne Average Similar →
1991 Sweet 'n Short Sweet Coetzee Flop Similar →
1990 Oh Schucks...! Here Comes UNTAG Kwagga Robbertse Average Similar →
1989 Oh Schucks.... It's Schuster! Schuks Super Hit Similar →
1987 You Must Be Joking! Too Himself Average Similar →
1986 You Must Be Joking! Himself Flop Similar →

Leon Schuster - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Leon Schuster?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leon Schuster is "The Millennium Menace" with a rating of 8.7/10.

How many movies has Leon Schuster acted in?

Leon Schuster has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Leon Schuster?

Other notable films include "Oh Schucks.... It's Schuster!", "Schuks! Your Country Needs You", and "Schuks: Pay Back the Money".