Robert Shaw
ActingAbout Robert Shaw
Robert Archibald Shaw (9 August 1927 – 28 August 1978) was an English stage and film actor and novelist, remembered for his performances in The Sting, From Russia with Love, A Man for All Seasons, the original The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974), Black Sunday (1977), The Deep (1977) and Jaws, where he played the shark hunter Quint.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Shaw reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Robert Shaw'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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Shaw remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Godzilla Apex, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Robert Shaw Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Shaw's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Shaw.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Godzilla Apex | "TAKE CLEAR OF THE LINE" | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Discovering Hamlet | Claudius (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Avalanche Express | General Markenkov | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Horror Show | (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Force 10 from Navarone | Mallory | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | End of the Game | Richard Gastmann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Deep | Romer Treece | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Black Sunday | Kabakov | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Swashbuckler | Ned Lynch | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Robin and Marian | Sheriff of Nottingham | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Diamonds | Charles / Earl Hodgson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Jaws | Quint | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | New England Our Way | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Taking of Pelham One Two Three | Blue | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Break | Giles | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Sting | Doyle Lonnegan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Golden Voyage of Sinbad | The Oracle of all knowledge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Hireling | Steven Ledbetter | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | A Reflection of Fear | Michael | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Young Winston | Lord Randolph Churchill | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | A Town Called Bastard | The Priest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Figures in a Landscape | MacConnachie | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Royal Hunt of the Sun | Francisco Pizarro | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Battle of Britain | Squadron Leader Skipper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Birthday Party | Stanley Webber | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Luther | Martin Luther | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Custer of the West | General George Armstrong Custer | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | A Man for All Seasons | King Henry VIII | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Battle of the Bulge | Col Hessler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Incredible World of James Bond | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Carol for Another Christmas | Ghost of Christmas Future | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Luck of Ginger Coffey | Ginger Coffey | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Hamlet at Elsinore | Claudius | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Caretaker | Aston | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | From Russia with Love | Donald 'Red' Grant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Tomorrow at Ten | Marlowe | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Valiant | Lieutenant Field | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Winter's Tale | Leontes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | North to the Dales | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Libel | First Photographer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Sea Fury | Gorman | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Rupert of Hentzau | Rupert of Hentzau | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Holiday | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | A Hill in Korea | LCpl. Hodge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Doublecross | Ernest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Dam Busters | Flt / Sgt. J. Pulford, D.F.M. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Yorkshire Sands | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Peak District | Self – Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lavender Hill Mob | Chemist at Police Exhibition | Hit | Similar → |
Robert Shaw - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Shaw?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Shaw is "Godzilla Apex" with a rating of 9.2/10.
How many movies has Robert Shaw acted in?
Robert Shaw has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Shaw?
Other notable films include "The Sting", "The Winter's Tale", and "Hamlet at Elsinore".