Paul Mercurio

Acting

Paul Mercurio

Born March 31, 1963 · Swan Hill, Victoria, Australia (age 63)

No biography available.

Known For

JosephJoseph · 1995
Joseph
8.21995
MovieAdventureDrama
Joseph, favored son of Jacob and great-grandson of Abraham, is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers. Rising to become prime minister of Egypt. Joseph governed the country during a seven year famine, during which his brothers visit Egypt seeking grain, only to encounter their brother, presumed long dead.
The First 9½ WeeksThe First 9½ Weeks · 1998
The First 9½ Weeks
4.01998
MovieDramaThriller
An investment banker travels to Louisiana to snag the account of an eccentric millionaire but gets involved with his lusty wife, Mardi Gras, and (possibly) a satanic cult. The events in and around New Orleans change him forever and give a new slant on The American Dream.
Exit to EdenExit to Eden · 1994
Exit to Eden
4.21994
MovieComedyCrime
Photographer Elliot Slater has inadvertently snapped the only existing photos of elusive jewel thief Omar. When Elliot leaves for a private vacation on an S&M island, he is followed by Omar, Omar's partner, Nina, and undercover police officers Fred and Sheila. Unaware of the number of people chasing him, Elliot enjoys his stay at the resort, and finds himself falling in love with head dominatrix Lisa.
Strictly BallroomStrictly Ballroom · 1992
Strictly Ballroom
6.61992
MovieComedyDrama
Brave new steps put Scott's career in jeopardy. With a new partner and determination, can he still succeed?
KickKick · 1999
Kick
3.71999
MovieDrama
A champion high school rugby player has a secret desire to be a ballet dancer, having spent 11 years in ballet school. Seizing an opportunity to audition for a local company's presentation of "Romeo and Juliet", he nonetheless fears what will happen to his reputation if the other kids in his school find out. Adding the practices to his already burgeoning schedule quickly starts to create problems with his friends, his teachers, his coach, his play director, and his ballet partner. Of course, it all comes together on the stage of the Sydney Opera House.
Welcome to Woop WoopWelcome to Woop Woop · 1998
Welcome to Woop Woop
5.81998
MovieMusicComedy
A con artist escapes a deal gone wrong in New York and winds up in the Aussie outback in a strange town whose inhabitants are an oddball collection of misfits.
CosiCosi · 1996
Cosi
6.21996
MovieComedyDrama
Lewis, a young amateur theater director, is offered a job with a governmental program for the rehabilitation of mentally ill patients in a Sydney institution. His project is overrun by one of the patients, who wants to stage the opera Cosi Fan Tutte by Mozart, despite the fact that none of the patients can sing or speak Italian. A comedy of errors ensues, but one which unifies the patients and their director in unexpected ways.
Dark PlanetDark Planet · 1997
Dark Planet
4.11997
MovieScience Fiction
Two sides, one known as the Alphas and the other the Rebels, struggle in a brutal war on Earth and in outer space. When a habitable planet is discovered in orbit around a star that is on the far side of a dangerous wormhole, the two sides mysteriously set aside their differences and send a joint mission to explore the planet. The mission of the starship Scylla is soon beset by political intrigue and treachery, jeopardizing not only the mission, but the lives of the entire crew

Movies

JosephJoseph · 1995
Joseph
8.21995
MovieAdventureDrama
Joseph, favored son of Jacob and great-grandson of Abraham, is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers. Rising to become prime minister of Egypt. Joseph governed the country during a seven year famine, during which his brothers visit Egypt seeking grain, only to encounter their brother, presumed long dead.
The First 9½ WeeksThe First 9½ Weeks · 1998
The First 9½ Weeks
4.01998
MovieDramaThriller
An investment banker travels to Louisiana to snag the account of an eccentric millionaire but gets involved with his lusty wife, Mardi Gras, and (possibly) a satanic cult. The events in and around New Orleans change him forever and give a new slant on The American Dream.
Exit to EdenExit to Eden · 1994
Exit to Eden
4.21994
MovieComedyCrime
Photographer Elliot Slater has inadvertently snapped the only existing photos of elusive jewel thief Omar. When Elliot leaves for a private vacation on an S&M island, he is followed by Omar, Omar's partner, Nina, and undercover police officers Fred and Sheila. Unaware of the number of people chasing him, Elliot enjoys his stay at the resort, and finds himself falling in love with head dominatrix Lisa.
Strictly BallroomStrictly Ballroom · 1992
Strictly Ballroom
6.61992
MovieComedyDrama
Brave new steps put Scott's career in jeopardy. With a new partner and determination, can he still succeed?
KickKick · 1999
Kick
3.71999
MovieDrama
A champion high school rugby player has a secret desire to be a ballet dancer, having spent 11 years in ballet school. Seizing an opportunity to audition for a local company's presentation of "Romeo and Juliet", he nonetheless fears what will happen to his reputation if the other kids in his school find out. Adding the practices to his already burgeoning schedule quickly starts to create problems with his friends, his teachers, his coach, his play director, and his ballet partner. Of course, it all comes together on the stage of the Sydney Opera House.
Welcome to Woop WoopWelcome to Woop Woop · 1998
Welcome to Woop Woop
5.81998
MovieMusicComedy
A con artist escapes a deal gone wrong in New York and winds up in the Aussie outback in a strange town whose inhabitants are an oddball collection of misfits.
CosiCosi · 1996
Cosi
6.21996
MovieComedyDrama
Lewis, a young amateur theater director, is offered a job with a governmental program for the rehabilitation of mentally ill patients in a Sydney institution. His project is overrun by one of the patients, who wants to stage the opera Cosi Fan Tutte by Mozart, despite the fact that none of the patients can sing or speak Italian. A comedy of errors ensues, but one which unifies the patients and their director in unexpected ways.
Dark PlanetDark Planet · 1997
Dark Planet
4.11997
MovieScience Fiction
Two sides, one known as the Alphas and the other the Rebels, struggle in a brutal war on Earth and in outer space. When a habitable planet is discovered in orbit around a star that is on the far side of a dangerous wormhole, the two sides mysteriously set aside their differences and send a joint mission to explore the planet. The mission of the starship Scylla is soon beset by political intrigue and treachery, jeopardizing not only the mission, but the lives of the entire crew
Red Ribbon BluesRed Ribbon Blues · 1995
Red Ribbon Blues
4.41995
MovieComedyDrama
After attending his 23rd funeral for a friend with AIDS, Troy and his friends hatch a plan to steal the HIV drugs that they need. One sucessful heist leads to another and another until they have so much inventory they decide to begin their own community distribution program.
PromisedPromised · 2019
Promised
5.52019
MovieDramaRomance
In 1953, two young Italian children are promised in marriage by their fathers. Twenty one years on - despite changing times, fading traditions and 70's liberation - the pair are expected to marry, or face the consequences.
Museum of LoveMuseum of Love · 1996
Museum of Love
7.01996
MovieComedy
Dumped by his girlfriend, a young unemployed actor decides to transform his house into a "museum" of their relationship.
Back of BeyondBack of Beyond · 1995
Back of Beyond
7.01995
MovieThriller
A garage mechanic out in the middle of the outback gets involved with the girl friend of a jewel smuggler who is on the run.
Razzle Dazzle: A Journey into DanceRazzle Dazzle: A Journey into Dance · 2007
Razzle Dazzle: A Journey into Dance
5.22007
MovieComedyMusic
Razzle Dazzle follows the eager members of "Mr. Jonathon's Dance Academy" who, with their unique dance routines, compete for Grand Final success at Australia's most prestigious competition. Amidst parental politics, petty rivalry, creative controversy and the hysterics of pushy stage mothers, the film takes you behind the glamor and the glitter to a world where, sometimes, winning is everything!
The FinderThe Finder · 2001
The Finder
4.02001
MovieCrimeThriller
Ex-cop Les Kearney is hired to find the kidnapped daughter of a wealthy businessman.
A Silent AgreementA Silent Agreement · 2017
A Silent Agreement
6.02017
MovieDramaRomance
The first Australian film to feature Auslan (Australian Sign Language). "A Silent Agreement" tells the story of Reuben, a sensitive writer, who grapples with a speech impediment. His boyfriend, Derek, a profoundly deaf Human Rights activist, provides strategies to restore his confidence and communication skills. When Reuben approaches an over-the-hill film producer with his autobiographical screenplay, the producer betrays him and Reuben is forced to overcome the long-term effects of bullying in order to succeed.
Sydney: A Story of a CitySydney: A Story of a City · 1999
Sydney: A Story of a City
9.01999
MovieDramaDocumentary
Virginia, a young and adventurous woman, travels from England to Sydney, Australia, in search of her Australian ancestors.
Hunting for ShadowsHunting for Shadows · 2016
Hunting for Shadows
4.52016
MovieHorrorThriller
A little girl encounters Indigenous mythological nightmares while lost in the Australian bush.

TV Shows

Blue HeelersBlue Heelers · 1993
Blue Heelers
6.71993
SeriesDrama
Blue Heelers was one of Australia's longest running weekly television drama series. Blue Heelers is a police drama series set in the fictional country town of Mount Thomas. Under the watchful eye of Tom Croydon (John Wood), the men and women of Mount Thomas Police Station fight crime, resolve disputes and tackle the social issues of the day. We watch their successes and their failures and learn to grow with them and their loved ones as the heart of the series develops.
RoveRove · 1999
Rove
7.51999
SeriesComedy
Rove, formerly Rove Live, was an Australian television variety show which premiered on the Nine Network on 22 September 1999, before moving to Network Ten which aired the program from 2000 until November, 2009. The show was hosted by comedian Rove McManus, and featured an ensemble cast, who presented various segments throughout the course of the show. The show won the Logie Award for "Most Popular Light Entertainment Program" five times.
All SaintsAll Saints · 1998
All Saints
6.21998
SeriesDrama
Medical drama focusing on the working and personal lives of the doctors and nurses working on the front line of a busy inner city Emergency Department at All Saints Hospital.
City HomicideCity Homicide · 2007
City Homicide
5.92007
SeriesCrimeDrama
City Homicide follows a group of detectives in the Homicide department of Melbourne's Metropolitan Police Headquarters.
Dancing with the StarsDancing with the Stars · 2004
Dancing with the Stars
5.52004
Series
Celebrities and their professional dance partners strut their stuff on the dancefloor. Each week, one couple is voted off by the public and a panel of judges. And so it goes week after week until just one star remains.
Who Do You Think You Are?Who Do You Think You Are? · 2008
Who Do You Think You Are?
4.42008
SeriesDocumentary
Australian celebrities play detective as they go in search of their family history, revealing secrets from the past. Along the way there will be scandal, adultery, pioneers, bushrangers, artists and royalty. Join the trail of discovery to uncover where these celebrities came from as they find out just who they think they are.
Dancing with the StarsDancing with the Stars · 2005
Dancing with the Stars
10.02005
Series
The New Zealand version of the British “Strictly Come Dancing” show sees celebrities perform choreographed dance routines which are judged by a panel of renowned ballroom experts and voted on by viewers.
Show Me the Movie!Show Me the Movie! · 2018
Show Me the Movie!
4.02018
Series
Hosted by Rove McManus, this comedy panel game show features two teams captained by acclaimed actor Jane Harber and comedy star Joel Creasey who compete in a series of movie trivia rounds.
The Day of the RosesThe Day of the Roses · 1998
The Day of the Roses
6.91998
SeriesDrama
On January 18th, 1977, a crowded commuter train heading for Sydney, came off the track and struck the pillars of an overhead road bridge, crushing part of the train and killing 83 passengers and injuring more than 200 others. This story follows the coronial inquiry into the crash with flash-backs to the main story, and the efforts of the rescuers to free the injured victims.
Through My EyesThrough My Eyes · 2004
Through My Eyes
8.02004
SeriesDrama
The true life story of Lindy Chamberlain and her recount of a dingo taking her baby
JosephJoseph · 1995
Joseph
7.31995
SeriesDrama
The Biblical story of Joseph, who was sold to slavery by his brothers who were jealous of his prophetic abilities to analyze dreams and of his being their fathers' favorite.