Robert Hobbs
ActingAbout Robert Hobbs
Robert Hobbs was born in Cape Town, South Africa in 1972. At an early age his family moved to Welkom, a small mining town in the interior of SA. There he was educated at Christian Brothers College and developed a love of performance through a series of school concerts and trips to the local Saturday morning film matinées. Following his passion, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts / Performers Diploma in Speech and Drama from the University of Cape Town in 1993. He was cast in a number of theatre roles including Macbeth for the SA State Theatre and his performance in Yasmina Reza's Life x 3 garnered him a Naledi Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Hobbs reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 27 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Robert Hobbs's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 59% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Hobbs remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in District 9, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Robert Hobbs Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Hobbs's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Hobbs.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Straight Circle | Aide | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | G20 | German Chancellor Security | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Oats Studios: Volume 1 | Carl / Sgt. Carr | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Mauritanian | Captain Collins | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Last Days of American Crime | Police Sergeant | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Uncovered | Frank Drake | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Serenity | Ape | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Forgiven | Burly Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Pirates of Somalia | Navy Admiral | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Firebase | Sgt. Carr | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Rakka | Carl | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Shepherds and Butchers | Pierre De Villiers | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Siege of Jadotville | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Chappie | The Procurement Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Wild Life | Terry Lomas | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Young Ones | Caleb | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Salvation | Silvertooth | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom | Chief Warder | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Challenger Disaster | Allan J. Macdonald | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Safe House | Morgan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Invictus | Presidential Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | District 9 | Ross Pienaar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Gangster's Paradise: Jerusalema | Inspector Blakkie Swart | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Catch a Fire | Special Branch Lieutenant | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Trail | Mark | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | In My Country | Van Deventer | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Bravo Two Zero | Stan | Average | Similar → |
Robert Hobbs - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Hobbs?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Hobbs is "District 9" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Robert Hobbs acted in?
Robert Hobbs has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Hobbs?
Other notable films include "Straight Circle", "The Mauritanian", and "Invictus".