P.J. Prinsloo

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

10Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Feb 6, 1978

Birth Place: Cape Town, South Africa

About P.J. Prinsloo

Peter John "P. J." Prinsloo (born 6 February 1978) is a South African actor. He has had recurring roles on Edgemont as Chris Laidlaw and on Battlestar Galactica as Lt. Mei 'Freaker' Firelli.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of P.J. Prinsloo reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: TV Movie

The majority of P.J. Prinsloo's filmography leans towards the TV Movie 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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), P.J. Prinsloo remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Dog Named Christmas, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best P.J. Prinsloo Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from P.J. Prinsloo's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0

A Dog Named Christmas (2009) movie poster

★7.0

A Dog Named Christmas: A developmentally challenged young man with a penchant for caring for animals in need sets out to convince his family -

A Dog Named Christmas

2009•Family

★6.6

Flicka: Country Pride (2012) movie poster

★6.6

Flicka: Country Pride: Flicka and Toby help out a struggling stable owner and her teenage daughter.

Flicka: Country Pride

2012•Drama

★6.2

Three Weeks, Three Kids (2011) movie poster

★6.2

Three Weeks, Three Kids: While taking care of her sister's children, a free-spirited woman discovers the hardships of raising a family.

Three Weeks, Three Kids

2011•Family

★6.0

I'll Be Home for Christmas (1998) movie poster

★6.0

I'll Be Home for Christmas: Estranged from his father, college student Jake is lured home to New York for Christmas with the promise of receiving a

I'll Be Home for Christmas

1998•Comedy

★5.7

The Color of Courage (1999) movie poster

★5.7

The Color of Courage: Based on the landmark civil rights case Sipes vs. McGhee, The Color of Courage chronicles the friendship between a white

The Color of Courage

1999•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of P.J. Prinsloo.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2014	When Sparks Fly	Andy Nelson	Flop	Similar →
2012	Flicka: Country Pride	-	Hit	Similar →
2011	Three Weeks, Three Kids	Peter Longden	Average	Similar →
2010	Marmaduke	Lead Fireman	Flop	Similar →
2009	A Dog Named Christmas	Pendleton	Hit	Similar →
2009	Red Torrent	Andrew	Flop	Similar →
2002	Life or Something Like It	Another Club Kid	Average	Similar →
1999	Hayley Wagner, Star	Male Student #1	Flop	Similar →
1999	The Color of Courage	Howard	Average	Similar →
1998	I'll Be Home for Christmas	The Brandt-Man	Average	Similar →

P.J. Prinsloo - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of P.J. Prinsloo?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring P.J. Prinsloo is "A Dog Named Christmas" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has P.J. Prinsloo acted in?

P.J. Prinsloo has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by P.J. Prinsloo?

Other notable films include "Flicka: Country Pride", "Three Weeks, Three Kids", and "I'll Be Home for Christmas".