Peter McRobbie
ActingAbout Peter McRobbie
Peter McRobbie is a Scottish-born American character actor, best known for his roles as Pop Pop Jamison in the 2015 horror film The Visit and Father Paul Lantom in Daredevil, as well as a recurring role in the TNT series The Alienist.
Peter McRobbie Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Peter McRobbie reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Peter McRobbie's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of Peter McRobbie's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Brokeback Mountain, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Peter McRobbie Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Peter McRobbie's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Peter McRobbie has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Barron's Cove | Governor Chambers | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Eileen | Warden | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Daniel Isn't Real | Percy Thigpen | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Hold the Dark | Hunter John | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Confirmation | Alan Simpson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Bridge of Spies | Allen Dulles | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Visit | Pop Pop | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Inherent Vice | Adrian Prussia | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Aloft | Ike | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Chinese Puzzle | L'agent bureau immigration | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Immigrant | Dr. Knox | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Muhammad Ali's Greatest Fight | Erwin Griswold | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Lincoln | George Pendleton | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Dark Horse | Arnie | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Split Ends | Nathan Berry | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Hoax | George Gordon Holmes | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | World Trade Center | Allison's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Notorious Bettie Page | Gangel | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | 16 Blocks | Mike Sheehan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Brokeback Mountain | John Twist | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Spider-Man 2 | OsCorp Representative | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Love the Hard Way | Prison Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Shaft | Lt. Cromertie | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Small Time Crooks | Frenchy's Lawyer | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Cupid & Cate | Dr. Brimmer | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | A Fish in the Bathtub | Father Malachy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Celebrity | Father Gladden's Fan on Porch | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Side Streets | Stelu | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Snake Eyes | Pritzker | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Deconstructing Harry | Damned Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Picture Perfect | 2nd Ad Executive | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Associate | Executive at Strip Club | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Sleepers | Lawyer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Big Night | Loan Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Mighty Aphrodite | Linda's Ex-Landlord | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Palookaville | Chief of Police | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Neon Bible | Reverend Watkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Bullets Over Broadway | Man at Theatre | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Twilight Zone: Rod Serling's Lost Classics | Dr. Ames (segment "Where the Dead Are") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | And the Band Played On | Dr. Max Essex | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | School Ties | Chaplain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Shadows and Fog | Bartender | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Golden Years | Lt. McGiver | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | In the Line of Duty: The F.B.I. Murders | Agent John Hanlon | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Big | Executive #3 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Manhattan Project | Electronics | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Purple Rose of Cairo | The Communist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Beniker Gang | Mr. Millhauser | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Zelig | Workers Rally Speaker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | A Jury of Her Peers | County Attorney | Average | Similar → |
Peter McRobbie - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Peter McRobbie?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter McRobbie is "Brokeback Mountain" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Peter McRobbie acted in?
Peter McRobbie has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Peter McRobbie?
Other notable films include "Sleepers", "The Purple Rose of Cairo", and "Zelig".