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.
Robert Hobbs Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Robert Hobbs reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 28 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Robert Hobbs's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 61% of Robert Hobbs'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 District 9, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Robert Hobbs Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Hobbs's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Robert Hobbs has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | How to Make a Killing | Attorny | Hit | Similar → |
| 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 28 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Hobbs?
Other notable films include "Straight Circle", "The Mauritanian", and "Invictus".