Tom Burlinson
ActingAbout Tom Burlinson
Tom Burlinson (born 14 February 1956) is a Canadian-born Australian actor and singer His English parents had migrated to Canada after World War II. The family transferred to New Jersey in 1958, and Tom was the typical all-American youngster with the Little League baseball cap, striped T-shirt and turned-up jeans. In 1962 the family transferred to England with the father's job and young Tom went to school with a North American accent. In 1965, just before Tom turned 10, the family transferred again, this time to Australia. After six months his parents divorced and his mother and two younger sisters went back to England, leaving him with dad and his older sister. After graduating from NIDA in 1976, he appeared in several television shows before landing the title role in the big-budget movie, The Man from Snowy River (1982). Since then he has always put in fine performances, deviding his career between Australia and United States, on stage often performing his Frank Sinatra tribute show. He has been married to singer-dancer Mandy Carnie since 1996 and they have three children.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tom Burlinson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Tom Burlinson'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tom Burlinson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Kidnapped, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Tom Burlinson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tom Burlinson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tom Burlinson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Dead Howling | The Chairman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Cup | Dave Phillips | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Night We Called It a Day | Frank Sinatra (singing voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Landslide | Howard Matterson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Showdown at Williams Creek | Kootenai Brown | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Man From Snowy River II | Jim Craig | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Time Guardian | Ballard (The Time Guardian) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Windrider | Stewart 'P.C.' Simpson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Hunchback of Notre-Dame | Quasimodo (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Kidnapped | Alan Breck (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | King Solomon's Mines | Sir Henry Curtis (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea | Ned Land (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Flesh + Blood | Steven | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Phar Lap | Tommy Woodcock | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Man from Snowy River | Jim Craig | Hit | Similar → |
Tom Burlinson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tom Burlinson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tom Burlinson is "Kidnapped" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Tom Burlinson acted in?
Tom Burlinson has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tom Burlinson?
Other notable films include "Phar Lap", "The Man from Snowy River", and "The Man From Snowy River II".