Bob Orrison
CrewAbout Bob Orrison
Bob Orrison was born on July 28, 1928 in Bakersfield, California, USA as Robert P. Orrison. As a stuntman he worked on 41 movies from 1968 to 2005. He is known for his stunt work on Rambo III (1988) and Die Hard 2 (1990). His stunt work was also done on a regular basis for eleven episodes of Harry O (1974-1975); 144 episodes of The Dukes of Hazzard where he was the stunt driver for the General Lee car (1979-1985); and 72 episodes of the A-Team where he doubled for George Peppard in performing stunts (1983-1986). He died on October 11, 2014 when a pickup truck he was driving made a U-turn and was broadsided by a Jeep Cherokee in Rancho Cordova, California. Both Orrison and Gary McLarty, a passenger in the truck and Orrison's best friend, were killed. Both men were Hollywood Hall of Fame stuntmen. Orrison had lived in Rancho Cordova since 2007.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bob Orrison reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Bob Orrison's filmography leans towards the Action 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bob Orrison remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Hooper, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bob Orrison Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bob Orrison's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bob Orrison.
Bob Orrison - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bob Orrison?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bob Orrison is "Hooper" with a rating of 6.3/10.
How many movies has Bob Orrison acted in?
Bob Orrison has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bob Orrison?
Other notable films include "Convoy", "Tom Horn", and "The Culpepper Cattle Co.".