Bruce Allpress

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

16Total Films

8.4 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 25, 1930

Birth Place: Auckland, New Zealand

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bruce Allpress reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Bruce Allpress's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bruce Allpress remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Bruce Allpress Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Bruce Allpress's career based on audience ratings.

★8.4

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) movie poster

★8.4

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers — Frodo Baggins and the other members of the Fellowship continue on their sacred quest to destroy the One Ring--but on sep

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

2002•Adventure

★8.0

Frosty Man and the BMX Kid (2010) movie poster

★8.0

Frosty Man and the BMX Kid — In this short James Rolleston (Boy) stars as a Kiwi lad who banters with an elderly bearded fulla (Bruce Allpress) who c

Frosty Man and the BMX Kid

2010•Comedy

★7.4

★7.4

The Piano — When an arranged marriage brings Ada and her spirited daughter to the wilderness of nineteenth-century New Zealand, she

The Piano

1993•Drama

★6.7

★6.7

Bad Blood — During World War 2, a farmer in New Zealand murders seven people. The police, along with local Maori trackers, hunt him

Bad Blood

1982•Thriller

★6.5

★6.5

The Water Horse — A lonely boy discovers a mysterious egg that hatches a sea creature of Scottish legend.

The Water Horse

2007•Family

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bruce Allpress.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2016	Pike River	Rick Rowdy	Flop	Similar →
2011	Rest for the Wicked	Mr Maxwell	Hit	Similar →
2010	Frosty Man and the BMX Kid	Frosty Man	Super Hit	Similar →
2007	The Water Horse	Jock McGowan	Hit	Similar →
2006	Ozzie	Charlie Foster	Flop	Similar →
2003	Cave In	'Cappy' Shuster	Flop	Similar →
2002	The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers	Aldor	Super Hit	Similar →
1997	The Rainbow Warrior	Hec Crene	Flop	Similar →
1993	The Piano	Blind Piano Tuner	Hit	Similar →
1993	Adrift	Sam	Average	Similar →
1990	The Shrimp on the Barbie	Mr. Ridley	Average	Similar →
1985	Should I Be Good?	Neville Oswald	Average	Similar →
1983	Nate and Hayes	Mr. Blake	Average	Similar →
1982	Bad Blood	Inspector Calwell	Hit	Similar →
1982	The Scarecrow	Uncle Athol	Flop	Similar →
1980	Beyond Reasonable Doubt	Detective Sam Keith	Hit	Similar →

Bruce Allpress - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Bruce Allpress?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bruce Allpress is "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers" with a rating of 8.4/10.

How many movies has Bruce Allpress acted in?

Bruce Allpress has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Bruce Allpress?

Other notable films include "Frosty Man and the BMX Kid", "The Piano", and "Bad Blood".