Jack Thompson

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Characters played by Jack Thompson

Cliegg Lars — Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones (2002)

Moisture farmer, husband of Shmi Skywalker

Dr. Walter Perkins — The Great Gatsby (2013)

Dr. Walter Perkins is the doctor treating Nick at a psychiatric hospital in December 1929. He encourages Nick to use his passion and write down his memories, prompting the account of Gatsby, Daisy, Tom, and the events of 1922 that becomes Nick's memoir.

Harris — Don't Be Afraid of the Dark (2010)

Harris is one of the workers at Blackwood Manor. He attempts to seal the fireplace after Sally Hirst encounters the creatures, but they attack him and leave him hospitalized. While visiting him, Kim receives his direction to investigate the local library, making his ordeal an important lead in uncovering the house's history.

Party Guest — Short Circuit (1986)

Attendee at a social gathering featured in the film.

Hicksley — Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence (1983)

A British Group Captain and the camp's outspoken spokesman. He clashes with Yonoi over prisoner labor and information withholding. His refusal to expose sick patients to a military formation triggers his execution order, which is ultimately halted by Celliers' dramatic intervention.

Alexander — Excess Baggage (1997)

Alexander is Emily's wealthy, corrupt father. He follows the kidnapper's instructions by dropping $1 million from a bridge onto a passing barge, then learns Emily is supposedly in her BMW. With a Brussels deal approaching, he sends Ray to find and bring her home, setting the pursuit in motion.

Sonny Seiler — Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (1997)

A local Savannah figure who arrives quickly after the shooting to help defuse the tense situation with the police.

Dick — Wake in Fright (1971)

Dick is a miner and one of Tim Hynes's friends. He joins Tim, Joe, and John Grant in an all-day drinking session, then takes part in the drunken kangaroo hunt and the vandalism of a bush pub. His playful fight with Joe turns brutal, illustrating the violence and disorder that increasingly surround John in The Yabba.

Hawkwood — Flesh + Blood (1985)

Hawkwood commands the troops and formerly served with Martin before betraying him to lead Arnolfini's cavalry. He cares for a young nun he injured, later helps Steven pursue Martin, contracts the plague, and is cured by treating his wounds. He returns with Arnolfini's army and helps end the siege.

Angus Wilson — Never Too Late (2020)

An ex-VFL footballer for the Collingwood Magpies and 1973 Brownlow medal winner who was disqualified for punching an opponent. During the escape, he retrieves his medal from a display case and is still wearing it in the final scene.

Jack Jones — The Assassination of Richard Nixon (2004)

Samuel's boss at an office-furniture retailer, where he oversees sales and judges Samuel's weak performance. He suspects Samuel is lying about being married and becomes the target of Samuel's anger after a failed workplace confrontation, though Samuel cannot bring himself to shoot him.

Clancy — The Man from Snowy River (1982)

Stockman and friend of Spur, skilled in cattle work.

Career Overview

Jack Thompson has 91 screen credits in a career dating back to 1971. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Mystery Road Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Don't Be Afraid of the Dark, Original Sin, Faraway Downs. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
91
Birth Date
1940-08-31
Birth Place
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q356383), public domain (CC0).