Robert Shaye - Actor Profile

Robert Shaye

Production
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
30Total Films
8.2 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 3, 1939
Birth Place: Detroit, Michigan, USA

About Robert Shaye

Robert Kenneth Shaye  (born March 3, 1939), often referred to as Bob Shaye, is an American businessman, film producer, director and actor. He is also the brother of actress Lin Shaye.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Shaye reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 30 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Robert Shaye's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 43% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Shaye remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Never Sleep Again: The Making of ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Robert Shaye Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Robert Shaye's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Shaye.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2020 AGFA Mystery Mixtape #3: Sequelitis Self Hit Similar →
2020 The AGFA Mystery Mixtape Vault (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2019 Searching for Mr. Rugoff Self Hit Similar →
2014 Lost Soul: The Doomed Journey of Richard Stanley's Island of Dr. Moreau Self Hit Similar →
2013 Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th Self Super Hit Similar →
2010 Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy Self Super Hit Similar →
2006 Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film Self Hit Similar →
2006 Never Sleep Again: The Making of ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ Self Super Hit Similar →
2006 Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream Self Average Similar →
2006 The House That Freddy Built Self Average Similar →
2005 Return to Edge City Self Flop Similar →
2004 Cellular Detective Looking Guy Average Similar →
2004 Chainsaw Redux: Making a Massacre Self Average Similar →
2004 Meet Bob Shaye Self Flop Similar →
2003 Freddy vs. Jason Principal Shaye Average Similar →
2002 The Many Lives of Jason Voorhees Self Super Hit Similar →
2001 Festival in Cannes Bert Shuster Average Similar →
2000 The Perfect Souffle: Testing "Final Destination" Self Flop Similar →
2000 Divine Trash Self Hit Similar →
2000 That Moment: Magnolia Diary Self Super Hit Similar →
1999 Welcome to Primetime Self Flop Similar →
1994 New Nightmare Self Hit Similar →
1993 The Nightmare Begins Again Minister Average Similar →
1993 National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1 Interrogation Room Person (uncredited) Average Similar →
1991 Slash & Burn: The Freddy Krueger Story Self Super Hit Similar →
1991 Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare Ticket Seller Flop Similar →
1988 A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master Lecturer Average Similar →
1986 Quiet Cool Franklin Hit Similar →
1985 A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge Bartender (uncredited) Average Similar →
1959 Battle Flame Lt. Norris Average Similar →

Robert Shaye - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Robert Shaye?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Shaye is "Never Sleep Again: The Making of ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has Robert Shaye acted in?

Robert Shaye has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Robert Shaye?

Other notable films include "Slash & Burn: The Freddy Krueger Story", "The Many Lives of Jason Voorhees", and "Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th".