Nico Lathouris
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Nico Lathouris (born 1944) is an Australian actor and writer. He is best known for his roles as George Polides in the 1993 romantic comedy film The Heartbreak Kid and as George Poulos in the 1994 television teen drama spin-off Heartbreak High. In both, he plays a Greek Australian patriarch, father of the protagonist, Nick (Alex Dimitriades). Lathouris was nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the film at the 1993 Australian Film Institute Awards. He is also the co-screenwriter of Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) and Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024). Description above from the Wikipedia article Nico Lathouris, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Nico Lathouris Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Nico Lathouris reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Nico Lathouris's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Nico Lathouris'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 Wrong World, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Nico Lathouris Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nico Lathouris's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Nico Lathouris has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Serenades | Mullah Jalal-Shah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | What I Have Written | Claude Murnane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Gino | Rocco Petri | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Heartbreak Kid | George | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Death in Brunswick | Mustafa | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Father | Amos | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Jigsaw | Ed Minter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Rikky and Pete | Con Ionides | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Wrong World | Rangott | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Where the Green Ants Dream | Arnold | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Desolation Angels | Nightman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Mad Max | Grease Rat | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | St. Vincent's Revue Film | - | Flop | Similar → |
Nico Lathouris - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nico Lathouris?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nico Lathouris is "Wrong World" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Nico Lathouris acted in?
Nico Lathouris has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nico Lathouris?
Other notable films include "Jigsaw", "Gino", and "Where the Green Ants Dream".