Marshall Napier
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Marshall James Napier is a New Zealand actor. He is the father of actress Jessica Napier and the uncle of actor James Napier. Before becoming an actor, Napier worked variously as an art student, factory worker and truck driver. In 1988, he moved with his wife and two children, Reuben and Jessica, to Australia, to pursue a career in acting, and has worked in theatre, film, and television productions. In his 40's, he began writing plays. Description above from the Wikipedia article Marshall Napier, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Marshall Napier Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Marshall Napier reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 46 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Marshall Napier's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 35% of Marshall Napier'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 Shotgun Wedding, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Marshall Napier Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marshall Napier's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Marshall Napier has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Northspur | Summers | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Little Monsters | Army General | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Bellbird | Ross | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Light Between Oceans | Mr. Coughlan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Down Under | Graham Sheather | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Inside | The Visiting Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Jack Irish: Bad Debts | Father Gorman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Griff the Invisible | Benson | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Underbelly Files: Tell Them Lucifer Was Here | Chief Commissioner | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Panic at Rock Island | Paul Thorpe | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Clinic | Marvin | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | I Love You Too | Mechanic | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | I'm Not Harry Jenson | Tom | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Sold Out | J. Edgar Crippen | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Travelling Light | Don Ferris | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Black and White | Prison Warder | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Shirt | Mike Hughes | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Muggers | Professor Charles Lawrence | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Airtight | Norscrum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | In a Savage Land | Sir Geoffrey Hallerton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Strange Planet | Robert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | 13 Gantry Row | Blake | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Diana & Me | Bank Manager | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Twisted | Tom (segment 'Third Party') | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Dead Heart | Sgt Oakes | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Race the Sun | Mr. Cronin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Babe | Chairman of Judges | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Swimming Lessons | Jim Sadler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Lucky Break | George LePine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Spider and Rose | Henderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Shotgun Wedding | Det. Dave Green | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Flirting | Mr. Rupert Elloitt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Grasscutter | Detective Inspector Cross | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Big Steal | Desmond Clark | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Georgia | Frank Le Mat | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Navigator: A Medieval Odyssey | Searle | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Clean Machine | Keith Reid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Starlight Hotel | Det. Wallace | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Footrot Flats: The Dog's Tale | Hunk Murphy (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Pallet on the Floor | Joe Voot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Came a Hot Friday | Sel Bishop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Wild Horses | Andy | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Bad Blood | Trev Bond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Battletruck | Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Goodbye Pork Pie | Police Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Beyond Reasonable Doubt | Constable Wyllie | Hit | Similar → |
Marshall Napier - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marshall Napier?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marshall Napier is "Shotgun Wedding" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Marshall Napier acted in?
Marshall Napier has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Marshall Napier?
Other notable films include "Twisted", "I'm Not Harry Jenson", and "The Light Between Oceans".