Bob Anderson
Biography
Bob Anderson works in acting. Born September 15, 1922 in Gosport, Hampshire, England, UK. Archytele tracks 13 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Full Filmography
13 titles- The Empire Strikes Back (1980) as Imperial Officer (uncredited)
- The Protectors (1972) as Assassin
- The Three Musketeers (1993) as King's Fencing Instructor (uncredited)
- Some Girls Do (1969) as Senior Aerodynamics Engineer (uncredited)
- Passage to Middle-Earth: The Making of 'The Lord of the Rings' (2001) as Self, swordmaster
- Unmasking Zorro (2001) as Self
- The Making of 'The Fellowship of the Ring' (2002) as Self
- Die Another Day: From Script to Screen (2002) as Self
- The Fellowship of the Ring: Cameras in Middle-earth (2002) as Self (archive)
- SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back (1980) as Self
- Reclaiming the Blade (2009) as Self
- Doctor Who: The Enemy of the World (1968) as Fighting Guard
- Welcome to Sherwood! The Story of 'The Adventures of Robin Hood' (2003) as Self - Sword Master
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Bob Anderson best known for?
Bob Anderson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Empire Strikes Back (1980), The Protectors (1972), The Three Musketeers (1993), Some Girls Do (1969).
When and where was Bob Anderson born?
Bob Anderson was born on September 15, 1922 in Gosport, Hampshire, England, UK.
How many credits does Bob Anderson have?
Bob Anderson has accumulated over 13 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1968 to 2009.
What is Bob Anderson's background in cinema and television?
Robert James Gilbert Anderson, known as Bob Anderson (September 15, 1922 – January 1, 2012), was the swordmaster who played Darth Vader in his various fight scenes in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. He replaced David Prowse due to the actor's tendency to break lightsabers. Because of the height differen...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Empire Strikes Back (1980) as Imperial Officer (uncredited) — aged about 57
- The Three Musketeers (1993) as King's Fencing Instructor (uncredited) — aged about 70
- The Protectors (1972) as Assassin — aged about 49
- Some Girls Do (1969) as Senior Aerodynamics Engineer (uncredited) — aged about 46
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