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.
Notable Works
Prominent titles featuring Jim Moriarty
Filmography
Acting (16)
2026
Uncleas Neighbour
2021
Cousinsas Māori Caregiver
6.7
2020
This Townas Bernie
5.9
2018
The Gravedigger of Kapuas Hone
2016
Mahanaas Rupeni Poata
6.4
2010
The Witch & the Woodsmanas Grandfather
2009
The Strength of Wateras Gibby
6.0
2009
No Petrol, No Dieselas Oscar
5.0
2007
Fogas Dad
2006
The Waimate Conspiracyas George Kepa
7.0
1999
A Difficult Womanas Dominic Martin
9.0
1998
Saving Graceas Gerald Hutchinson
6.8
1990
The Returningas George
7.5
1986
Mark IIas Rangi
6.5
1985
Kingpinas Mike Herewini
6.5
1980
Night of the Juggleras Truck Driver
6.8