Barry Otto

Barry Otto

84 · Born: Jan 1, 1941

Personal Details

BornJan 1, 1941 Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Biography

Barry Otto, a renowned actor of immense talent and versatility, was born in the year 1941 in the vibrant city of Brisbane, situated in the picturesque state of Queensland, Australia. With a career spanning numerous decades, he has made a lasting impact on the world of entertainment, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of audiences worldwide.

His impressive repertoire includes a wide range of critically acclaimed films, such as the iconic Strictly Ballroom (1992),a cinematic masterpiece that showcased his exceptional acting prowess, as well as the gritty and intense The Punisher (1989),where he brought depth and nuance to his character. Additionally, his performance in the suspenseful and thrilling Rogue (2007) further solidified his status as a master of his craft.

Career

2017
Sisters
Sisters as Julius Bechly
2015
Blinky Bill the Movie
Blinky Bill the Movie as Mayor Cranklepot (voice)
The Dressmaker
The Dressmaker as Percival Almanac
2013
The Great Gatsby
The Great Gatsby as Benny McClenahan
2010
South Solitary
South Solitary as George Wadsworth
2009
$9.99
$9.99 as Albert Kweller (voice)
2008
Australia
Australia as Administrator Allsop
Newcastle
Newcastle as Gramps
2007
Rogue
Rogue as Merv
2004
Love's Brother
Love's Brother as Father Alfredo
Through My Eyes
Through My Eyes as Frank Cocks
2002
The Visitor
The Visitor as Michael
Dad's Clock
Dad's Clock as Narrator
1998
Dead Letter Office
Dead Letter Office as Gerald Urquhart
1997
Oscar and Lucinda
Oscar and Lucinda as Jimmy D'Abbs
Kiss or Kill
Kiss or Kill as Adler Jones
1996
Cosi
Cosi as Roy
Lilian's Story
Lilian's Story as John Singer / Albion Singer
My Entire Life
My Entire Life as The Premier (NSW)
1994
The Custodian
The Custodian as Brian Ferguson
Exile
Exile as Sheriff
1992
Strictly Ballroom
Strictly Ballroom as Doug Hastings
1989
1988
Takeover
Takeover as George Oppenheimer
1987
Howling III
Howling III as Prof. Harry Beckmeyer
Vietnam
Vietnam as Douglas Goddard
1985
Bliss
Bliss as Harry Joy
1984
Undercover
Undercover as Professor Henckel
1982
1977
Benny Hill Down Under
Benny Hill Down Under as Various / Guest star