Matt Whelan
ActingAbout Matt Whelan
Matt Whelan (born 1985) is a New Zealand actor and comedian known for his roles as Brad Caulfield in the New Zealand television comedy-drama programme Go Girls. He has also played Playboy founder Hugh Hefner in the Amazon Original series American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story. Whelan plays DEA agent Van Ness in the Netflix original series Narcos.
Matt Whelan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Matt Whelan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Matt Whelan's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 20% of Matt Whelan'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 Show of Hands, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Matt Whelan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Matt Whelan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Matt Whelan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Apex | Hunter | Average | Similar → |
| 2026 | We Bury the Dead | Mitch | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | Workmates | Tom | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Tank | Ben | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Fetch | August (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Imposter | Cam | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Daniel | Carpenter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Gary of the Pacific | Nelson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Pork Pie | Noah | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | 1480 Radio Pirates | Richard | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Most Fun You Can Have Dying | Michael | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | My Wedding and Other Secrets | James | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Show of Hands | Matt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Eagle vs Shark | Kissing Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Figment | - | Flop | Similar → |
Matt Whelan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Matt Whelan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Matt Whelan is "Show of Hands" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Matt Whelan acted in?
Matt Whelan has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Matt Whelan?
Other notable films include "Pork Pie", "Eagle vs Shark", and "Apex".