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Ken Shorter

Acting
Freshness: Jan 13, 2026
12Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ken Shorter reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Ken Shorter'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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ken Shorter remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in 4D Special Agents, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ken Shorter Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ken Shorter's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0
4D Special Agents (1981) movie poster
★7.0

4D Special Agents — A group of children in the East End of London belong to a police sponsored scheme called '4D Special Agents'.

4D Special Agents

1981•Family
★6.8
Not Quite Hollywood (2008) movie poster
★6.8

Not Quite Hollywood — As Australian cinema broke through to international audiences in the 1970s through respected art house films like Peter

Not Quite Hollywood

2008•Comedy
★6.5
Dragonslayer (1981) movie poster
★6.5

Dragonslayer — A sorcerer and his apprentice are on a mission to kill an evil dragon to save the King’s daughter from being sacrificed

Dragonslayer

1981•Fantasy
★6.4
Sunday Too Far Away (1975) movie poster
★6.4

Sunday Too Far Away — The harsh, competitive world of Australian sheep-shearers provides the setting for this powerful film. Foley and 'Black

Sunday Too Far Away

1975•Drama
★6.0
Stone (1974) movie poster
★6.0

Stone — After one of its members witnesses a political assassination, an outlaw motorbike gang becomes the target of a string of

Stone

1974•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ken Shorter.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2018 Sink Vic Flop Similar →
2008 Not Quite Hollywood Self Hit Similar →
2000 DragonHeart: A New Beginning The King Flop Similar →
1999 Praise Male Nurse Flop Similar →
1983 The Ploughman's Lunch Squash Coach Flop Similar →
1982 Scrubbers Rex Flop Similar →
1981 Dragonslayer Henchman Hit Similar →
1981 ...Maybe This Time Alan Flop Similar →
1981 4D Special Agents Eddie Hit Similar →
1975 Sunday Too Far Away Frankie Davis Average Similar →
1974 Stone Stone Average Similar →
1969 You Can't See 'round Corners Frankie McCoy Flop Similar →

Ken Shorter - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ken Shorter?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ken Shorter is "4D Special Agents" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Ken Shorter acted in?

Ken Shorter has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ken Shorter?

Other notable films include "Not Quite Hollywood", "Dragonslayer", and "Sunday Too Far Away".