John Callen
Known for
Not many careers reach this level, and John Callen is an actor with the kind of reach that turns a role into a reference point. The headline credit is 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' (Oin). Audiences also know him from 'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies'. There are 16 entries on the filmography, and the well-known ones are a minority.
John Callen
13 Movies
3 Series
Not many careers reach this level, and John Callen is an actor with the kind of reach that turns a role into a reference point. The headline credit is 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' (Oin). Audiences also know him from 'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies'. There are 16 entries on the filmography, and the well-known ones are a minority.
Movies
Plays Oin
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies
2014
Plays Oin
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
2012
Plays Oin
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
2013
Plays Professor Craddock
Love Birds
2011
Plays Nigel Harrison
The Man Who Lost His Head
2007
Plays Conrad
Treasure Island Kids: The Battle of Treasure Island
2006
Plays Conrad
Treasure Island Kids: The Mystery of Treasure Island
2006
Plays Conrad
Treasure Island Kids: The Monster of Treasure Island
2006
Plays Richard Freeman
The Feathers of Peace
2000
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The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies
Full Filmography
June
Doctor Samuels
2021
Film
Good Grief
Ed · 1 episode
2021–
TV
Rūrangi
Father Martin · 1 episode
2020–
TV
Syrenia
Poppa Joseph
2016
Film
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies
Oin
2014
Film
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
Oin
2013
Film
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
Oin
2012
Film
Love Birds
Professor Craddock
2011
Film
The Man Who Lost His Head
Nigel Harrison
2007
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is John Callen?
John Callen is 79 years old, born on November 4, 1946.
What are the most famous roles of John Callen?
John Callen is best known for roles in The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies, The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug.
How many movies has John Callen been in?
Over a 45-year career (since 1981), John Callen has appeared in 13 movies and 2 TV shows.
What was John Callen's first movie?
The career of John Callen began with Pictures (1981).
What is John Callen's most recent movie or series?
John Callen's most recent release is Love Knots, which premiered on December 31, 2021.
What TV shows has John Callen appeared in?
On television, John Callen has appeared in The Luminaries, Good Grief, Rūrangi, Worzel Gummidge Down Under.
John Callen
1946-11-04
John Callen is an English-born New Zealand actor, director and voice artist most famous for portraying the dwarf Óin in Peter Jackson's blockbuster fantasy trilogy, The Hobbit. With a career spanning over four decades, he is highly respected in the Pacific screen industry for his deep, distinctive voice and extensive work across theater, television and radio.