Mervyn Drake

Mervyn Drake

Personal Details

Biography

Mervyn Drake, a renowned Australian actor, has left an indelible mark on the film and television landscape, characterized by his mesmerizing portrayals in a vast array of productions that have garnered widespread acclaim.

One of the most significant and memorable performances in his illustrious career was his starring role in the 1979 cinematic masterpiece "Patrol Boat", a thought-provoking and emotionally charged drama that unequivocally demonstrated his impressive range as a thespian.

Drake's multifaceted career has extended beyond the realm of film, as he has also made a profound influence on the Australian television landscape, with a notable appearance in the widely popular and enduring soap opera "Home and Away" in the year 1988.

As a testament to his remarkable acting prowess, his exceptional talent was skillfully displayed in the 1982 television series "1915", a meticulously crafted historical drama that masterfully showcased his remarkable ability to convincingly portray complex characters, bringing them to life with unparalleled authenticity and depth.

Mervyn Drake, a highly accomplished and devoted thespian, has crafted a remarkable career for himself within the Australian entertainment sector, thereby ensuring a profound and lasting impact on the nation's cultural landscape.

Career

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1995
Blue Murder
Blue Murder as Jack Hiatt QC
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1988
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1987
Vietnam
Vietnam as Press Secretary
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A Place to Call Home
A Place to Call Home as Father O'Leary
{"id":80375,"title":"Going Sane","year":"1987","character":"Alistair McPhail","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/going-sane","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_80375.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_80375.jpg"},"released":1}
Going Sane
Going Sane as Alistair McPhail
{"id":161480,"title":"Emma's War","year":"1986","character":"Iceman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/emmas-war-1987","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_161480.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_161480.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
Emma's War
Emma's War as Iceman
{"id":161737,"title":"Emoh Ruo","year":"1985","character":"Warren Harrison","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/emoh-ruo","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_161737.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_161737.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
Emoh Ruo
Emoh Ruo as Warren Harrison
{"id":9134,"title":"Razorback","year":"1984","character":"Andy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/razorback","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/jh52c4ikqeg0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/jh52c4ikqeg0.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
{"id":63665,"title":"Winter of Our Dreams","year":"1981","character":"Mick","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/winter-of-our-dreams","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63665.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63665.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
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1978