David Roberts

David Roberts

Personal Details

Biography

David Roberts is a renowned Australian actor who has made a significant impact in the world of theatrical, film, and television performances. Born and raised in Adelaide, Australia, he pursued his passion for the arts by attending the prestigious Victorian College of the Arts in Melbourne, graduating in 1987.

As a talented and versatile actor, David has become a well-known figure in Australian entertainment circles. However, it is his appearances in international productions that have truly cemented his status as a household name. One of his most notable roles is that of Captain Roland in the iconic Sci-Fi film saga, The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions, both released in 2003.

In addition to his work in film, David has also appeared in the Marvel Comics movie adaptation Ghost Rider (2007),starring the legendary Nicolas Cage. His impressive resume also includes a range of radio performances, demonstrating his ability to adapt to various mediums and formats.

Throughout his illustrious career, David has worked with some of the most respected and acclaimed companies in the Australian theatrical scene, including Griffin, Belvoir, and Playbox (Malthese). His extensive credits include numerous productions in Melbourne and Sydney, showcasing his incredible range and versatility as a performer.

Career

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2025
Spit
Spit as Niall Toole
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2023
A Savage Christmas
A Savage Christmas as James Savage Jnr.
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2021
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2019
Slam
Slam as Alan McLeary
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Bad Mothers
Bad Mothers as Harry Buttle
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Total Control
Total Control as Kevin Cartwright
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2018
Fighting Season
Fighting Season as Ian Vogel
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2017
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2016
Secret City
Secret City as General McAuliffe
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2014
Convict
Convict as Harvey
{"id":1335,"title":"Please Like Me","year":2013,"character":"Dad","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/please-like-me","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_1335.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_1335.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
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{"id":2473,"title":"Fool's Gold","year":"2008","character":"Cyrus","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/fools-gold-2008","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/329l0qjn51eg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/329l0qjn51eg.jpg"},"released":1}
2008
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The Square
The Square as Raymond Yale
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2007
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Ghost Rider
Ghost Rider as Captain Dolan
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2005
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Holly's Heroes
Holly's Heroes as Alan Peterson
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2004
Small Claims
Small Claims as Peter Hindmarsh
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2003
Gettin' Square
Gettin' Square as Niall Toole
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{"id":268631,"title":"Roundabout","year":"2002","character":"Michael Taylor","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/roundabout","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_268631.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_268631.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
Roundabout
Roundabout as Michael Taylor
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Bootleg
Bootleg as Martin Burrows
{"id":9478,"title":"The Lost World","year":2001,"character":"Mordren","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-lost-world-au","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9478.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9478.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
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2000
Me Myself I
Me Myself I as Robert Dickson
{"id":9699,"title":"Halifax f.p.","year":2000,"character":"Detective Brett Murray","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/halifax-fp","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9699.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9699.jpg"},"released":1}
Halifax f.p.
Halifax f.p. as Detective Brett Murray
{"id":103839450,"title":"Phoenix","year":1993,"character":"Russell Howie","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/phoenix","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103839450.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103839450.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Phoenix
Phoenix as Russell Howie
{"id":215798,"title":"Beyond My Reach","year":"1990","character":"Christopher Brookes","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/beyond-my-reach","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_215798.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_215798.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
Beyond My Reach
Beyond My Reach as Christopher Brookes
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