Actor
Robert Prosky
A seasoned character actor rises through Hollywood's ranks in the 1980s with unforgettable performances in *Thief*, *Christine*, *The Natural*, and *Broadcast News*, proving that even supporting roles can steal the show.
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Biography
Robert Prosky was an American actor who gained recognition as a prominent supporting actor during the 1980s. He appeared in several notable films, including *Thief* (1981), *Christine* (1983), *The Natural* (1984), and *Broadcast News* (1987). Known for his versatility, Prosky delivered memorable performances that contributed to the success of these films. His work in these roles solidified his reputation as a reliable and talented character actor in Hollywood.
Filmography · 31 of 31
Actor
31 creditsWorld War III(2015)
Gen. Aleksey Rudenski (2 Episodes)
TV
The Skeptic(2008)
Father Wymond
Film
Suits on the Loose(2005)
Bishop Hollister
Film
The Rodney King Incident: Race and Justice in America(1999)
Actor
Film
Dudley Do-Right(1999)
Inspector Fenwick
Film
Mad City(1997)
Lou Potts
Film
The Chamber(1996)
E. Garner Goodman
Film
Dead Man Walking(1995)
Hilton Barber
Film
The Scarlet Letter(1995)
Horace Stonehall
Film
Miracle on 34th Street(1994)
Judge Harper
Film
Last Action Hero(1993)
Nick
Film
Mrs. Doubtfire(1993)
Jonathan Lundy
Film
Far and Away(1992)
Daniel Christie
Film
Hoffa(1992)
Billy Flynn
Film
Age Isn't Everything(1991)
Grandpa Irving
Film
Funny About Love(1990)
E. T.
Film
Green Card(1990)
Brontë's Lawyer
Film
Gremlins 2: The New Batch(1990)
Grandpa Fred
Film
Loose Cannons(1990)
Von Metz
Film
Things Change(1988)
Joseph 'Don Giuseppe' Vincent
Film
The Great Outdoors(1988)
Wally
Film
Broadcast News(1987)
Ernie Merriman
Film
Big Shots(1987)
Keegan
Film
Outrageous Fortune(1987)
Stanislav Korzenowski
Film
The Natural(1984)
The Judge
Film
The Lords of Discipline(1983)
Col. 'Bear' Berrineau
Film
Christine(1983)
Darnell
Film
The Keep(1983)
Father Fonescu
Film
Hanky Panky(1982)
Hiram Calder
Film
Monsignor(1982)
Bishop Walkman
Film
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