Tony Ayres - Actor Profile

Tony Ayres

Production
Updated: May 11, 2026
1Total Films
3.8 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 16, 1961
Birth Place: Macau, China

About Tony Ayres

Tony Ayres is a highly admired writer and director, whose work as ‘showrunner’ on programs such as ‘The Slap’ (2011), adapted from the novel by Christos Tsiolkas, ‘Bogan Pride’ (2008) starring Rebel Wilson, ‘Nowhere Boys’ (2014) and ‘Glitch’ (2015), directed by fellow VCA alumnus Emma Freeman, have put Ayres at the centre of the Australian screen industry and made him one its most influential leaders. He is a founding partner of Matchbox Pictures.

Tony Ayres Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Tony Ayres reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Tony Ayres'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 China Dolls, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Tony Ayres Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tony Ayres's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Tony Ayres has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1998 China Dolls Narrator / Self (archival footage) Flop Similar →

Tony Ayres - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tony Ayres?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tony Ayres is "China Dolls" with a rating of 3.8/10.

How many movies has Tony Ayres acted in?

Tony Ayres has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.

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