Crocodile Dundee remains the most commercially successful Australian film ever made, with Paul Hogan’s iconic Mick Dundee at its heart. It opened in Australian cinemas IN1986 and became one of the most successful international films of all time and CONTINUES TO BE LOVED BY MILLIONS.

Paul Hogan was already a well-established star of television comedy in Australia, but he was also becoming well-known in the US, thanks to an extraordinarily successful 1983 Tourism Campaign. However, Crocodile Dundee was more than just Hogan’s vision—it was the result of an enduring creative partnership and mateship with producer John Cornell.

Cornell, known as 'Strop' from The Paul Hogan Show, was instrumental in shaping Hogan’s career from local comedian to international star. As a producer, manager, and best mate, Cornell helped turn Crocodile Dundee from an idea into a global phenomenon. His keen business sense and belief in authentic Australian storytelling allowed the film to retain its unique charm while reaching audiences worldwide. Together, Hogan and Cornell crafted a story that not only entertained but also defined an era of Australian cinema, proving that an Aussie outback legend could captivate the world.