George R. Robertson

George R. Robertson

Deceased · Born: Apr 20, 1933 · Died: Jan 29, 2023

Personal Details

BornApr 20, 1933 Brampton, Ontario, Canada

Biography

George R. Robertson was a renowned Canadian actor, whose most iconic role was that of Chief Hurst in the initial six Police Academy films, a franchise that cemented his status as a household name.

In addition to his work in the Police Academy series, Robertson's impressive filmography boasts a diverse range of credits, including appearances in the critically acclaimed dramas JFK and Murder At 1600, where he portrayed the character of Mack Falls.

Furthermore, Robertson's versatility as an actor was showcased in his portrayal of Dick Cheney in The Path To 9/11, a role that demonstrated his ability to bring depth and nuance to complex characters.

More recently, Robertson appeared in the film Still Mine, where he played the character of Chester Jones, a testament to his enduring talent and dedication to his craft.

Throughout his career, Robertson has also made notable appearances in television, including roles in The Reagans, where he portrayed Barry Goldwater, and The Pentagon Papers, in which he played the character of Sen. Fulbright.

Moreover, Robertson's impressive range as an actor was on full display in his portrayal of Adm. William Leahy in the film Hiroshima, a performance that highlighted his ability to bring gravity and emotion to his roles.

Throughout his illustrious career, George R. Robertson has consistently demonstrated his talent, versatility, and dedication to his craft, leaving a lasting impact on the world of acting.

Career

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2012
Still Mine
Still Mine as Chester
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Haven
Haven as Stuart Mosley
{"id":23476,"title":"Sundays at Tiffany's","year":"2010","character":"Mr. Danderford","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sundays-at-tiffanys","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/19o08qm3gfu0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/19o08qm3gfu0.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
Sundays at Tiffany's
Sundays at Tiffany's as Mr. Danderford
{"id":84866,"title":"We Were the Mulvaneys","year":"2002","character":"Dr. Oakley","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/we-were-the-mulvaneys","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_84866.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_84866.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
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2001
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1997
Lies He Told
Lies He Told as Alyson's father
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Murder at 1600
Murder at 1600 as Mack Falls
{"id":57227,"title":"Holiday Affair","year":"1996","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/holiday-affair-1996","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_57227.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_57227.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
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The Boys Next Door
The Boys Next Door as Senator Warren Clarke
{"id":190956,"title":"The Silence of Adultery","year":"1995","character":"Mr. Draper","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-silence-of-adultery","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_190956.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_190956.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
{"id":22918,"title":"National Lampoon's Senior Trip","year":"1995","character":"President Davis","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/national-lampoons-senior-trip","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_22918.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_22918.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":109269,"title":"A Perfect Stranger","year":"1994","character":"Richard Lance","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-perfect-stranger","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_109269.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_109269.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
A Perfect Stranger
A Perfect Stranger as Richard Lance
{"id":103834359,"title":"E.N.G.","year":1993,"character":"Kyle Copeland","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/eng","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834359.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834359.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
E.N.G.
E.N.G. as Kyle Copeland
{"id":158995,"title":"The Good Fight","year":"1992","character":"Reg Culbertson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-good-fight","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_158995.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_158995.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
The Good Fight
The Good Fight as Reg Culbertson
{"id":4993,"title":"Deceived","year":"1991","character":"Adrienne's Father","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/deceived","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/346h6hl9k6tg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/346h6hl9k6tg.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
Deceived
Deceived as Adrienne's Father
{"id":1034,"title":"JFK","year":"1991","character":"White House Man","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/jfk","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6ns1bf95tch0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6ns1bf95tch0.jpg"},"released":1}
JFK
JFK as White House Man
{"id":159919,"title":"Hitler's Daughter","year":"1990","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hitlers-daughter-1990","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_159919.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_159919.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
{"id":58018,"title":"Day One","year":"1989","character":"Ed Condon","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/day-one-1989","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58018.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58018.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Day One
Day One as Ed Condon
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{"id":6529,"title":"Police Academy 5: Assignment: Miami Beach","year":"1988","character":"Hurst","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/police-academy-5-assignment-miami-beach","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7prrbldkbjf0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7prrbldkbjf0.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
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1987
{"id":62094,"title":"The High Price of Passion","year":"1986","character":"Phillips","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-high-price-of-passion","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_62094.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_62094.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
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{"id":6012,"title":"Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment","year":"1985","character":"Chief Hurst","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/police-academy-2-their-first-assignment","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6g6envd69rm0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6g6envd69rm0.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
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Evergreen
Evergreen as Master of Ceremonies
{"id":5119,"title":"Police Academy","year":"1984","character":"Chief Hurst","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/police-academy","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7nnhha6timr0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7nnhha6timr0.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
Police Academy
Police Academy as Chief Hurst
{"id":162894,"title":"Escape from Iran: The Canadian Caper","year":"1981","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/escape-from-iran-the-canadian-caper","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_162894.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_162894.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
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The Amateur
The Amateur as U.S. Consul
{"id":163329,"title":"F.D.R.: The Last Year","year":"1980","character":"Gen. Leslie Groves","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/fdr-the-last-year","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163329.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163329.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
F.D.R.: The Last Year
F.D.R.: The Last Year as Gen. Leslie Groves
{"id":6444,"title":"Norma Rae","year":"1979","character":"Farmer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/norma-rae","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7jucef0jpk00.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7jucef0jpk00.jpg"},"released":1}
1979
Norma Rae
Norma Rae as Farmer
{"id":81154,"title":"Power Play","year":"1978","character":"Colonel Lucas","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/power-play-1978","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_81154.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_81154.jpg"},"released":1}
1978
Power Play
Power Play as Colonel Lucas
{"id":204713,"title":"The Dawson Patrol","year":"1977","character":"Mounted Police Inspector Francis Fitzgerald","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-dawson-patrol","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_204713.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_204713.jpg"},"released":1}
1977
The Dawson Patrol
The Dawson Patrol as Mounted Police Inspector Francis Fitzgerald
{"id":64708,"title":"Paperback Hero","year":"1973","character":"Burdock","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/paperback-hero-1973","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_64708.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_64708.jpg"},"released":1}
1973
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{"id":11960,"title":"Rosemary's Baby","year":"1968","character":"Lou Comfort (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/rosemarys-baby-1968","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/29tc6ggcg8cg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/29tc6ggcg8cg.jpg"},"released":1}
1968
Rosemary's Baby
Rosemary's Baby as Lou Comfort (uncredited)