Michael Caton, an exceptionally skilled Australian actor, television host, and stage performer, was born in the picturesque town of Monto, Queensland, in the year 1943. With a career spanning numerous decades, he has made a profound and lasting impact on the Australian entertainment industry. Caton is perhaps most notably recognized for his iconic roles, including Uncle Harry in the cherished Australian television series, The Sullivans, and Darryl Kerrigan in the 1997 low-budget hit film, The Castle, which has become a cult classic. Furthermore, he has also appeared in the extremely popular television show, Packed to the Rafters.
Personal Details
BornJul 21, 1943 Monto, Queensland, Australia
Biography
Career
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2023

Ashes as James
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2020

Rams as Les
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2018

Underbelly Files: Chopper as Keith Read
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2017

Three Summers as Henry
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2016

Beat Bugs as Mr. Sun
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2015

Last Cab to Darwin as Rex
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2012

Packed to the Rafters as Ted Taylor
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2004

Strange Bedfellows as Ralph Williams
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2002

Bad Cop, Bad Cop as Det. Sgt. Red Lilywhite
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2001

The Animal as Dr. Wilder
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1998

The Echo of Thunder as Bill Gadrey
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Never Tell Me Never as Max Shepherd
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The Interview as Barry Walls
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13 Gantry Row as Mr. Hob
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1997

The Castle as Darryl Kerrigan
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1996

The Thorn Birds: The Missing Years as Bill Masters
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1991

Chances as Bill Anderson
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1988

The 13th Floor as Dr Fletcher
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1983
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1982

Monkey Grip as Clive
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Fluteman as Oswald Snaith
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1981
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1979

The Last of the Knucklemen as Monk
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1976

The Sullivans as Harry Sullivan / Uncle Harry
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1973
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2017