Cast: Garry McDonald

Direction Phillip Noyce

Cast Everlyn Sampi · Tianna Sansbury · Laura Monaghan · Kenneth Branagh

Synopsis Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002) tells the compelling true story of three Indigenous Australian girls who were forcibly removed from their families in 1931 under a government policy aimed at assimilating Aboriginal children into white society. The girls, Molly, Daisy, and Gracie,...

Direction Baz Luhrmann

Cast Nicole Kidman · Ewan McGregor · John Leguizamo · David Wenham

Synopsis Moulin Rouge (2001) follows the tale of Christian, a young poet in 1899 Paris, who rebels against his father's wishes and immerses himself in the vibrant, eclectic world of the city's iconic Moulin Rouge. This enchanting yet seedy locale, buzzing...

Direction Peter Andrikidis

Cast Romola Garai · Jack Davenport · Alex O'Loughlin · Sam Neill

Synopsis Mary Bryant (TV Miniseries) (2005) follows the gripping tale of a young woman who is sent to the New South Wales penal colony in 1788. This captivating series chronicles the remarkable journey of Mary Bryant, an extraordinary young woman, as...

Direction Ken Annakin

Cast Kristy McNichol · Christopher Atkins · Ted Hamilton · Bill Kerr

Synopsis The Pirate Movie (1982) follows the thrilling adventures of a young boy and his crew as they navigate the treacherous high seas. Along their journey, they cross paths with various pirate crews, each with their own agendas and challenges. The...

Direction Maurice Murphy · Robert Gibson · Ted Robinson

Cast Grahame Bond · Rory O'Donoghue · Garry McDonald · Max Gillies

Synopsis Flash Nick from Jindavick (TV Series) (1974) follows the escapades of an Australian outlaw who employs unconventional and creative methods to carry out his misdeeds during the colonial era. Set against the backdrop of Australia's rugged outback, the series delves...

Direction Yahoo Serious

Cast Yahoo Serious · Helen Dallimore · David Field · Grant Piro

Synopsis Mr. Accident (2000) follows the misadventures of a man with an extraordinary knack for mishaps and his girlfriend, who is deeply engrossed in the world of UFOs. Their lives take an unexpected turn when they stumble upon a sinister scheme...

Direction Bob Weis

Cast Garry McDonald · Kim Gyngell · Peter Collingwood · Nicole Kidman

Synopsis Wills & Burke (1985) follows the perilous journey of Robert O'Hara Burke and William John Wills, portrayed by Gary McDonald and Kim Gyngell respectively, as they embark on an expedition from Melbourne. Accompanied by a substantial convoy of provisions and...

Direction John Power

Cast Rod Taylor · John Meillon · John Ewart · Harold Hopkins

Synopsis The Picture Show Man (1977) follows the journey of a man, his son, and a piano player as they traverse Australia at the dawn of the 20th century, bringing the magic of the first silent movies to various towns. Their...

Direction Matthew Saville

Cast Stephen Curry · Shaun Micallef · Garry McDonald · Steve Bisley

Synopsis The King (TV) (2007) chronicles the life of Graham Kennedy, Australia's inaugural and most celebrated homegrown television icon. The narrative follows his meteoric ascent from a humble upbringing in Balaclava, through his ventures in radio, television, film, and back to...

Direction Tony Tilse

Cast Cariba Heine · Garry McDonald · Indiana Evans · David Lyons

Direction Maurice Murphy · Bill Munro

Cast Grahame Bond · John Meillon · Graham Rouse · Walter Sullivan

Synopsis The Comedy Game (TV Series) (1971) is a collection of half-hour comedic episodes, each serving as a potential pilot for new series. Among these, three stood out and achieved success. "Our Man in Canberra" initially had three episodes produced but...

Direction Maurice Murphy · Nick Parsons

Cast Grahame Bond · Rory O'Donoghue · Sandra McGregor · Garry McDonald

Synopsis The Aunty Jack Show (TV Series) (1972) follows the escapades of a formidable, burly, and mustachioed woman who is known for her unconventional attire, including boxing gloves and a penchant for motorcycle riding. She is accompanied by an eclectic ensemble...

Direction Jerzy Domaradzki

Cast Garry McDonald · Brian Vriends · Catherine McClements · Henry Salter

Synopsis Struck by Lightning (1990) is a lighthearted comedy set in a modest factory that also serves as a halfway house, providing employment exclusively for individuals with disabilities. Ollie Rennie is the manager and occasional caretaker of his diverse workforce. He...

Direction Geoff Portmann

Cast Ruth Cracknell · Garry McDonald · Henri Szeps · Judy Morris

Synopsis Mother and Son (TV Series) (1984) follows the life of Arthur Beare, a middle-aged man who resides with his elderly, senile mother, Maggie. Despite his best efforts to care for her and improve his own life, Arthur continually faces setbacks...

Direction George Ogilvie

Cast John Hargreaves · Heather Mitchell · Tushka Bergen · Aileen Britton