Jim Moriarty
Acting
Biography
James Moriarty MNZM is a New Zealand actor and theatre director, who began acting professionally in 1967. He came to national attention and is probably best known for his role as the school teacher Riki Winiata in the 1970s soap opera Close to Home. His work has toured nationally and internationally. Moriarty is from the Māori tribes of Ngāti Toa, Ngāti Koata and Ngāti Kahungunu.
Born: June 20, 1953
Place of Birth: New Zealand
Known For
Filmography
2025
Secrets at Red Rocks
as Ted
2021
Vegas
as Henry Ruata
2021
Cousins
as Māori Caregiver
2018
The Gravedigger of Kapu
as Hone
2016
Mahana
as Rupeni Poata
2009
The Strength of Water
as Gibby
2009
No Petrol, No Diesel
as Oscar
2007
Fog
as Dad
2006
The Waimate Conspiracy
as George Kepa
1999
A Difficult Woman
as Dominic Martin
1998
A Difficult Woman
as Dominic Martin
1997
Wildside
as Tom Wallace
1997
Wildside
as Derek Lamb
1990
The Returning
as George
1986
Mark II
as Rangi
1985
Kingpin
as Mike Herewini
1980
Night of the Juggler
as Truck Driver