What is Thaao Penghlis's latest movie?

Thaao Penghlis's most recent film is "The Secret of Joy" (2016).

Is Thaao Penghlis a good actor?

Thaao Penghlis has an average audience rating of 4.5/10 across 12 films on movieMx, with standout performances in Power's Play, Under Siege, Altered States.

Thaao Penghlis

Q: What is the best movie of Thaao Penghlis?

According to audience ratings on movieMx, the best movie starring Thaao Penghlis is "Power's Play" with a rating of 9.0/10.

Q: How many movies has Thaao Penghlis acted in?

Thaao Penghlis has been featured in at least 12 major films. Their complete ranked filmography is listed on this page.

Acting

Updated: May 15, 2026

12Total Films

9.0 Highest Rated

Born: Dec 15, 1945

Birth Place: Sydney, Australia

Thaao Penghlis Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Thaao Penghlis reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Thaao Penghlis's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 33% of Thaao Penghlis'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 Power's Play, which stands out as a key performance.

Best Thaao Penghlis Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Thaao Penghlis's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0

★9.0

Power's Play: No Description.

Power's Play

1986

★7.5

Under Siege: Terrorists launch an attack against the USA. Their first strike is by a suicide squad that detonates a truckload of expl

Under Siege

1986•Thriller

★6.7

★6.7

Altered States: A research scientist explores the boundaries and frontiers of human consciousness. Using sensory deprivation and halluci

Altered States

1980•Horror

★6.6

Slow Dancing In The Big City (1978) movie poster

★6.6

Slow Dancing In The Big City: An aging out of shape reporter falls for a pretty but seriously ill ballerina.

Slow Dancing In The Big City

1978•Drama

★5.7

★5.7

The Book of Esther: When Ester becomes King Xerxes’ queen, her Cousin Mordecai and that despicable Haman engage in a dangerous game of intri

The Book of Esther

2013•TV Movie

Full Filmography

Every movie Thaao Penghlis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2016	The Secret of Joy	Knight #2 / Doctor	Flop	Similar →
2016	Job's Daughter	Father Nicolas	Flop	Similar →
2013	The Book of Esther	Haman	Average	Similar →
1990	The Lookalike	Nikos Lissandros	Flop	Similar →
1989	Mission: Impossible - The Golden Serpent	Nicholas Black	Flop	Similar →
1987	Les Patterson Saves the World	Colonel Richard Godowni	Flop	Similar →
1986	Power's Play	-	Super Hit	Similar →
1986	Under Siege	Abu Ladeen	Super Hit	Similar →
1980	Altered States	Echeverria	Hit	Similar →
1980	The Silent Lovers	Antonio Moreno	Flop	Similar →
1979	The Bell Jar	Marco	Flop	Similar →
1978	Slow Dancing In The Big City	Christopher	Hit	Similar →

Thaao Penghlis - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Thaao Penghlis?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Thaao Penghlis is "Power's Play" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Thaao Penghlis acted in?

Thaao Penghlis has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Thaao Penghlis?

Other notable films include "Under Siege", "Altered States", and "Slow Dancing In The Big City".