Brian O'Shaughnessy
ActingAbout Brian O'Shaughnessy
Brian O'Shaughnessy was born on May 5, 1931 in Aldershot, England, UK. He was an actor and writer, known for The Gods Must Be Crazy (1980), Shangani Patrol (1970) and Fraud! (1974). He died on July 14, 2001 in Cape Town, South Africa.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Brian O'Shaughnessy reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 39 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Brian O'Shaughnessy'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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Brian O'Shaughnessy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Power of One, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Brian O'Shaughnessy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Brian O'Shaughnessy's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Brian O'Shaughnessy.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Falling Rocks | Pilot | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Die Wüstenrose | Dr. Hermann Kummerow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Operation Delta Force 2: Mayday | Admiral Norman Henshaw | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Orion's Key | Professor Morton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Warhead | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Hearts & Minds | Col. van Vuuren | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Power of One | Col. Bretyn | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Fourth Reich | Major Ellis | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Emissary | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Brutal Glory | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Evil Below | Father Shannon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Mutator | Axelrod | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Cape Rebel | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Merchants of War | James Sullivan (as Brian O'Shaugnessy) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | White Ghost | John Enrlich | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Act of Piracy | 'Barracuda' Skipper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Operation Hit Squad | Richard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Claws | Louw's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Gods Must Be Crazy | Mr. Thompson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Zulu Dawn | Maj. Smith R.A. | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Decision to Die | Dr. Leon Walters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Mister Deathman | Colonel Duncan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Listen to My Story | Dr. Page | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Fraud! | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Mr. Kingstreet's War | Morgan | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Rogue Lion | Alec Dudley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Creatures the World Forgot | Mak | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Pressure Burst | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Shangani Patrol | Maj. Allen Wilson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Satan's Harvest | Andrew Murdock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Strangers at Sunrise | Corporal Caine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Danie Bosman: The Story of the Greatest South African composer | Dr. Rodney Masters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Sandy the Seal | Mackenzie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Kavaliers | Capt. Ronald Rogers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | African Gold | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Diamond Walkers | Barrett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Seven Against the Sun | Macarthy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Die Ruiter in die Nag | Captain Ricky | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Stropers van die Laeveld | - | Flop | Similar → |
Brian O'Shaughnessy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Brian O'Shaughnessy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Brian O'Shaughnessy is "The Power of One" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Brian O'Shaughnessy acted in?
Brian O'Shaughnessy has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Brian O'Shaughnessy?
Other notable films include "The Gods Must Be Crazy", "Cape Rebel", and "Zulu Dawn".