Bob Larkin

Bob Larkin

Deceased · Born: Mar 9, 1929 · Died: Nov 8, 2021

Personal Details

BornMar 9, 1929 Cleveland, Ohio, USA

Biography

Bob Larkin, a remarkable and gifted person hailing from the Midwest, took the courageous and decisive step of migrating to the bustling metropolis of New York City in the year 1949.

Notably, Larkin's remarkable career began to take off with his impressive showings in a series of notable films, earning him widespread recognition for his exceptional acting abilities. Among his earliest notable roles was the starring position in the Academy Award-winning short film "3rd Ave. El", released in 1955, where his outstanding performance undoubtedly caught the attention of industry professionals and fans alike.

Furthermore, his remarkable talent was once again showcased in Carson Davidson's Academy Award-nominated short film "Help! My Snowman's Burning Down", in which he was the sole actor, released in 1965. This impressive feat demonstrated his remarkable range and versatility as an actor, cementing his position as a rising star in the industry.

Noteworthy is the extraordinary career trajectory of Larkin, whose remarkable aptitude for the performing arts continued to flourish as he secured a role in the iconic underground film "Putney Swope", masterfully directed by the visionary Robert Downey Sr. in 1969.

Larkin's bold decision to leave New York in 1974 marked the beginning of an extraordinary journey, as he embarked on a captivating adventure, touring with the iconic Dorothy Lamour in the renowned roadshow production of Noël Coward's esteemed play, "Fallen Angels". Later, he joined forces with the illustrious Gig Young in the equally impressive "Harvey".

In addition to these remarkable stage credits, Larkin's impressive repertoire also includes the critically acclaimed "A Conflict of Interest" at the esteemed A.C.T. in Seattle, the thought-provoking "Are You Now or Have You Ever Been?" by Eric Bentley at the Hollywood Centre Theatre, and a memorable performance in the gripping "In the Matter of J. Robert Oppenheimer" at the prestigious Goodman in Chicago.

Furthermore, his notable stage credits also feature a standout performance alongside the accomplished Alan Alda in the Paramus, New Jersey, production of the hilarious and entertaining play, "LUV".

Notably residing in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, Larkin has amassed an impressive array of television, studio film, and independent film credits throughout his distinguished and storied career. His professional journey has been marked by numerous notable appearances and collaborations, showcasing his exceptional talent and versatility as a performer.

Career

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2012
Weeds
Weeds as Phillip Ardmore
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2011
Little Birds
Little Birds as Mr. Kovacs
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2010
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2006
You, Me and Dupree
You, Me and Dupree as Army Veteran
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Zoey 101
Zoey 101 as Chase's Grandfather
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2000
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1998
Next Stop Wonderland
Next Stop Wonderland as Arty Lesser's Crony
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1995
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1994
Saints and Sinners
Saints and Sinners as Tony and gangster
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1992
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Sunset Heat
Sunset Heat as Oldman
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1991
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1986
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ALF
ALF as Customer at garage sale
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1984
Knight Rider
Knight Rider as Jennings
{"id":63203,"title":"Will There Really Be a Morning?","year":"1983","character":"Reporter","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/will-there-really-be-a-morning","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63203.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63203.jpg"},"released":1}
1983
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1969
Putney Swope
Putney Swope as (uncredited)