WHO ARE THE ACTORS IN THE OTR COMMERCIAL?
An investigation into the faces behind the OTR ad campaign
(By Carmichael Phillip)
What “OTR” & the Advertising Context Is
OTR is an Australian convenience and petrol retailer. “OTR” stands for “On The Run” (but their branding usually is just “OTR”). One of their recent campaigns promotes Moe’s Hotdogs at OTR for A$3. The campaign uses a catchy jingle and features two “everyday guys” as the central characters.
The ads are produced by the agency Showpony Adelaide, with creative directors including Rory Kennett-Lister.
What We Did Learn: Credits, Production, but Not Cast Names
From what public sources show:
The campaign is made by Showpony Adelaide.
Creative Director: Rory Kennett-Lister
Senior Copywriter: Andy Scott, among others
The “Go a Moe’s” ad uses a jingle (“Go a Moe’s”) sung by the actors themselves, so the two main actors are also the singers in the commercial.
Campaign Brief
What is not available (at least not in accessible public sources I could find):
The real names of the two “everyday guys” who perform in the ad. Several viewers have asked “Who are those guys?” in comment threads.
Campaign Brief
Any casting announcements or actor credits in major advertising databases listing those two by name.
Public Reactions & Speculation
What people have speculated:
Some viewers believe the actors may be local Adelaide talents, possibly non-union or relatively unknown actors. Because the campaign is somewhat quirky and relies on imagery of “ordinary people,” it might be that OTR or the agency intentionally did not use big names.
On comment boards, some names are floated (e.g. “Mitre Khammash” is mentioned by someone as possibly one of them) but these seem unverified.
Campaign Brief
Many people seem satisfied with enjoying the ad and the jingle without knowing the cast—it’s part of its charm.
Why the Cast Might Be “Everyday People” Rather Than Big Talent
Several strategic reasons likely explain why the actors in this OTR commercial are not widely known:
Relatability & Authenticity: Using ordinary people helps viewers believe the jingle is spontaneous and genuine. It makes the product (a $3 hotdog) appeal to everyone, not just a polished celebrity context.
Cost: Hiring big name actors tends to cost more, especially for frequent broadcast ads. For a campaign relying heavily on repetition and wide reach, using local or lesser-known actors may be more cost-efficient.
Focus on the Product & Jingle, Not the Star: The aim of the campaign seems to be the hotdog deal + the catchy “Go a Moe’s” jingle. If the actor were very famous, attention might shift from the offer to the person. Better for OTR to keep the spotlight on the hotdog special and the brand.
Local Fit: The ad is very Australian in tone and humor. Local actors would likely tie in better culturally with audience in Adelaide / broader Australia.
What Would It Take to Find the Actor Names
Some ways one might discover their names:
Check the credits of the ad at the advertising agency: Showpony Adelaide sometimes publishes full credits for cast and crew.
Check industry casting databases (e.g. casting calls, Spotlight, Actors’ Equity in Australia) to see if casting notices exist that match the time and location.
Social media: sometimes the actors themselves post their involvement (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook).
Contact Showpony directly or OTR marketing department, or their PR folks—they may disclose cast info upon request.
Conclusion
As of now, the identity of the two “everyday guys” in the OTR “Go a Moe’s” campaign remains unconfirmed in public sources. What is known:
The campaign is built around them singing the jingle. They are central to the ad.
The production credits are well documented for creative direction and agency (Showpony Adelaide, Rory Kennett-Lister, Andy Scott, etc.).
The actors are likely local or not yet major names, which is consistent with the vibe and strategy of the campaign.
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