John Sumner
Biography
John Sumner works in acting. Born October 14, 1951 in Blackpool, Lancashire, England, UK. Archytele tracks 27 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Full Filmography
27 titles- Vegas (2021) as Lester Burton
- The Monster of Mangatiti (2015) as Malcolm
- The Brokenwood Mysteries (2014) as Chairman
- District 9 (2009) as Les Feldman - MIL Engineer
- The Eighth Blunder of the World (2006) as Self
- King Kong (2005) as Herb
- Maiden Voyage (2004) as Captain Ed Tessler
- The Present (2004) as Self
- Whale Rider (2003) as Obstetrician
- You Wish! (2003) as Coach
- Atomic Twister (2002) as Neville
- The Other Side of Heaven (2001) as President Stone
- Jack of All Trades (2000)
- Ready to Run (2000) as Supervisor Pete
- The Frighteners (1996) as Deputy
- Xena: Warrior Princess (1995) as Lord Clairon
- Hercules: The Legendary Journeys (1995) as Spencius
- Hercules: The Legendary Journeys (1995) as Sheriff
- Hercules: The Legendary Journeys (1995) as Domesticles
- Hercules: The Legendary Journeys (1995) as Broteas
- Hercules and the Lost Kingdom (1994) as Inn Owner
- Power Rangers (1993) as Santa
- Power Rangers (1993) as Fresno Bob
- Power Rangers (1993) as Santa Claus
- The Tommyknockers (1993) as Mr. Arberg
- The Ray Bradbury Theater (1985)
- Godplex as TV director extraordinaire
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Sumner best known for?
John Sumner is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Brokenwood Mysteries (2014), District 9 (2009), King Kong (2005), Whale Rider (2003).
When and where was John Sumner born?
John Sumner was born on October 14, 1951 in Blackpool, Lancashire, England, UK.
How many credits does John Sumner have?
John Sumner has accumulated over 27 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1985 to 2021.
What is John Sumner's background in cinema and television?
Having lived in England and South Africa (Cape Town) John arrived in New Zealand with his family at the age of 9. "They totally opposed apartheid, so we left." He started his career in Auckland at 19 performing live on Auckland's nightclub circuit. Within a few months he was appearing in local variety television shows ...