Jamie Uys
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Jacobus Johannes Uys (30 May 1921 – 29 January 1996), better known as Jamie Uys, was a South African film director. Description above from the Wikipedia article Jamie Uys, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Jamie Uys Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jamie Uys reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jamie Uys's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 56% of Jamie Uys's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Professor and the Beauty Queen, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jamie Uys Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jamie Uys's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jamie Uys has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | In Darkest Hollywood: Cinema and Apartheid | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Gods Must Be Crazy II | Bob (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Gods Must Be Crazy | The Reverend (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Funny People | Himself / Various voices (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Jamie '21 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Dirkie | Anton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Professor and the Beauty Queen | Professor Hans Botha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | All the Way to Paris | Igor Strogoff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Dingaka | Witch Doctor (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Lord Uncle Pete | Oom Piet | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Hellions | Ernie Dobbs | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Hans en die Rooinek | Hans Botha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Rip van Wyk | Rip van Wyk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Die Bosvelder | Hans Botha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Geld Soos Bossies | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Deep in the City | Hans Botha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | 50-50 | Hans Botha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Far Away in the Bushveld | Hans Botha | Average | Similar → |
Jamie Uys - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jamie Uys?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jamie Uys is "The Professor and the Beauty Queen" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jamie Uys acted in?
Jamie Uys has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jamie Uys?
Other notable films include "Hans en die Rooinek", "In Darkest Hollywood: Cinema and Apartheid", and "All the Way to Paris".