John Jarratt

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Characters played by John Jarratt

Mick Taylor — Wolf Creek (2005)

Serial killer and main antagonist of the Wolf Creek franchise, preys on travelers in the Australian outback.

Jacob Chandler — The Possessed (2021)

Jacob Chandler runs a wellness clinic that performs spiritual clearings and works with Liam. He investigates Martin’s possession after Helen seeks help, leads the group into the house, interprets the ritual evidence, and plans to draw the demon into himself so it can be sent back to hell.

Vinnie Rood — Shiver (2012)

A jewelry store salesperson who handled sales to several women later connected to the serial killer’s attacks.

Ken — Boar (2018)

Father of pub owner Sasha and camping companion to Blue. He witnesses the giant boar's rampage after it kills campers Ryan and Hanna. After the boar kills Blue, Ken attempts to lure the creature away to save other victims but is ultimately killed by it.

Sandy — Summer City (1977)

University-educated friend preparing for marriage, drives early plot.

Snitch — Observance (2016)

Snitch acts as Parker’s informant during the investigation into Bret Buchanan’s family history. He uncovers the old scandal involving a missing mistress, her death on the family estate, and the groundskeeper blamed for the murder, then warns Parker to abandon what is supposedly an ordinary surveillance job.

Barney — Next of Kin (1982)

Barney is Linda's former romantic partner, with whom she reconnects after her return to Montclare. He comforts her when she panics, escorts her back to the estate, and enters the house to retrieve the diaries, but is later found murdered.

Bill — The Odd Angry Shot (1979)

Young new recruit and narrative focal point. Navigates the transition from civilian to soldier, receives a breakup letter, travels to Saigon on leave, and witnesses the war's physical and psychological toll before being sent home.

Sen. Sgt Laurie Olsen — Jack Irish: Dead Point (2014)

A law enforcement officer interacting with Jack during cases.

Lang Hancock — Red Dog: True Blue (2016)

Real-life mining magnate, referenced in the Pilbara setting.

Steve Harris — Dark Age (1987)

A ranger and herpetologist initially ordered to kill a massive crocodile. He negotiates with Aboriginal leader Oondabund to relocate the beast instead, successfully captures it, transports it, and defends the group against revenge-seeking poachers.

Joe — The Time Game (1992)

A gold prospecting scoundrel in 1850s Bathurst who attacks Tony upon his arrival and forces him to operate a rocking-cradle for mining operations.

Career Overview

John Jarratt has 69 screen credits in a career dating back to 1975. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Wolf Creek Collection with 3 titles. Signature works include Wolf Creek, Wolf Creek 2, The Possessed. 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
69
Birth Date
1951-08-05
Birth Place
Wongawilli, New South Wales, Australia

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 7 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q592869), public domain (CC0).