Robert A. Silverman
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- February 24, 1943 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Active Years
- 1964–2004 (41 Years)
- Total Credits
- 21 credits in database
Biography
Robert A. Silverman is a Canadian actor born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. His birth date is recorded on February 24, with sources varying on the year as either 1938 or 1943. Known for his work in film, he has been credited under the names Bob Silverman and Robert Silverman in addition to his full name. Silverman is particularly noted for being cast five times by writer and director David Cronenberg in his films. Among his known acting credits are appearances in the films The Brood released in 1979, Scanners released in 1981, and Jason X released in 2001.
Career overview
Robert A. Silverman is a Canadian actor born on February 24, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Throughout his career in film and television, he has accumulated twenty known acting credits. He is sometimes credited under the names Bob Silverman or Robert Silverman.
Silverman is frequently associated with writer and director David Cronenberg, having appeared in five films directed by Cronenberg. Among his recognized film appearances are credits in Jason X, Scanners, and The Brood.
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Full Filmography
21 titles- The Ruining (2004) as Henry
- Jason X (2001) as Dieter Perez
- Twice in a Lifetime (1999) as Homeless Man
- eXistenZ (1999) as D'Arcy Nader
- Pacific Blue (1996) as Gottfried Weber
- Waterworld (1995) as Hydroholic
- Naked Lunch (1991) as Hans
- Friday the 13th: The Series (1987) as Jerry Scott
- Friday the 13th: The Series (1987) as Archie Pierce
- 984: Prisoner of the Future (1982) as Prisoner
- Scanners (1981) as Benjamin Pierce
- Prom Night (1980) as Mr. Sykes
- The Brood (1979) as Jan Hartog
- One Night Stand (1978) as Nick
- Rabid (1977) as Man in Hospital
- Teleplay (1976)
- Partners (1976) as Hayes
- It Seemed Like a Good Idea at the Time (1975) as Lawyer
- 125 Rooms of Comfort (1974)
- Winter Kept Us Warm (1965)
- Sweet Substitute (1964) as Al
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What movies or TV shows is Robert A. Silverman best known for?
Robert A. Silverman is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Jason X (2001), Twice in a Lifetime (1999), eXistenZ (1999), Pacific Blue (1996).
When and where was Robert A. Silverman born?
Robert A. Silverman was born on February 24, 1943 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
How many credits does Robert A. Silverman have?
Robert A. Silverman has accumulated over 21 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1964 to 2004.
What is Robert A. Silverman's background in cinema and television?
Robert A. Silverman is a Canadian actor born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. His birth date is recorded on February 24, with sources varying on the year as either 1938 or 1943. Known for his work in film, he has been credited under the names Bob Silverman and Robert Silverman in addition to his full name. Silverman is par...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Friday the 13th: The Series (1987) as Jerry Scott — aged about 44
- Friday the 13th: The Series (1987) as Archie Pierce — aged about 44
- Naked Lunch (1991) as Hans — aged about 48
- eXistenZ (1999) as D'Arcy Nader — aged about 56
- Scanners (1981) as Benjamin Pierce — aged about 38
- The Brood (1979) as Jan Hartog — aged about 36
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