Robert Phalen
ActingAbout Robert Phalen
Robert Anthony Phalen (May 10, 1937 – December 6, 1995) was an American actor. He was born in San Francisco, California, where he attended George Washington High School, was active in the school's drama club, and served as student body president. His early stage work includes his membership in San Francisco's Actor's Workshop, where he played a variety of roles in the early 1960s, including Mick in Harold Pinter's The Caretaker. He was in the 1978 hit horror movie Halloween as Dr. Terence Wynn. His character returned in the 1995 sequel Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers, but the role was taken over by Mitch Ryan. Robert also appeared in two other John Carpenter movies; namely Someone's Watching Me! (1978) and Starman (1984). His other film credits include Three Days of the Condor (1975), Just You and Me, Kid (1979), Zoot Suit (1981), The Gladiator (1986) and Impulse (1990). Phalen has made guest appearances on many TV shows. Some of those appearances include MASH, Baretta, Centennial, Hill Street Blues, The Facts of Life, and Babylon 5 (as the father of main character Susan Ivanova).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Phalen reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: TV Movie
The majority of Robert Phalen's filmography leans towards the TV Movie genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Phalen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Nero Wolfe, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Robert Phalen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Phalen's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Phalen.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Driving Lessons | Dr. Terence Wynn (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Impulse | Coroner | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Under the Influence | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Starman | Major Bell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Zoot Suit | District Attorney | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Killing of Randy Webster | Foreman | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Hellinger's Law | Dave Fredericks | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Last Song | Arnold Overstratten | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Nero Wolfe | Yarmack | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Someone's Watching Me! | Wayne | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Halloween | Dr. Wynn | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | A Killing Affair | Sgt. Holt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Three Days of the Condor | Newberry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | A Touch of the Poet | Mickey Maloy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Enemies | Grekov | Flop | Similar → |
Robert Phalen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Phalen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Phalen is "Nero Wolfe" with a rating of 8.7/10.
How many movies has Robert Phalen acted in?
Robert Phalen has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Phalen?
Other notable films include "Halloween", "Hellinger's Law", and "Three Days of the Condor".