Rob Steele

Rob Steele

Deceased · Died: May 14, 2022

Personal Details

Biography

Rob Steele, a celebrated Australian film and television character actor, has made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry, boasting a remarkable career that has spanned an impressive four decades. Throughout his illustrious career, Steele has accumulated an astonishing 80 credits, a testament to his versatility and dedication to his craft.

From his early days in the industry, Steele has consistently demonstrated his ability to adapt to a wide range of roles, effortlessly transitioning between film and television. His extensive body of work includes an impressive array of Australian films and television shows, showcasing his remarkable range and depth as a character actor.

With a career spanning over four decades, Steele has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the Australian film and television industry, earning him a reputation as one of the most respected and sought-after character actors of his generation.

Steele's acting career unfolded in the early 1970s, marking the beginning of a remarkable journey that would soon solidify his reputation as a talented and multifaceted performer. As he effortlessly transitioned from one role to another, he quickly gained recognition for his impressive range, effortlessly taking on guest parts in a diverse array of television shows.

Some of the notable programs that showcased Steele's impressive repertoire include the iconic crime drama "Homicide," the popular legal thriller "Matlock Police," the medical drama "The Young Doctors," the crime series "Cop Shop," the cult classic "Prisoner," the Australian television series "Carson's Law," the family drama "Sons and Daughters," the soap opera "E-Street," the medical drama "A Country Practice," the medical drama "All Saints," the police procedural "Police Rescue," the medical drama "The Flying Doctors," and the police drama "Blue Heelers."

Beyond his notable television performances, Steele's impressive repertoire also included a notable appearance in the celebrated Australian cinematic masterpiece, Muriel's Wedding, which premiered in 1994 to widespread acclaim.

Career

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2007
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2005
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2003
The Postcard Bandit
The Postcard Bandit as Gina's Grandad
{"id":215549,"title":"Cody: Fall from Grace","year":"1995","character":"Jock McKinney","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/cody-fall-from-grace","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_215549.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_215549.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
Cody: Fall from Grace
Cody: Fall from Grace as Jock McKinney
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1994
Muriel's Wedding
Muriel's Wedding as Leo Higgins
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1993
Joh's Jury
Joh's Jury as George Dunstan
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1992
Greenkeeping
Greenkeeping as Manager
{"id":159021,"title":"The Time Game","year":"1992","character":"Captain Piggott","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-time-game","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_159021.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_159021.jpg"},"released":1}
The Time Game
The Time Game as Captain Piggott
{"id":160632,"title":"Around the World in Eighty Ways","year":"1988","character":"Alex Moffatt","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/around-the-world-in-eighty-ways","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_160632.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_160632.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
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True Believers
True Believers as Clyde Cameron
{"id":61615,"title":"Travelling North","year":"1987","character":"Syd","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/travelling-north","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_61615.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_61615.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
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Going Sane
Going Sane as Sergeant
{"id":162114,"title":"Strikebound","year":"1984","character":"Charlie Nelson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/strikebound","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_162114.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_162114.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
Strikebound
Strikebound as Charlie Nelson
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1983
Buddies
Buddies as Policeman
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1982
Freedom
Freedom as Salesman
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..Deadline..
..Deadline.. as ASIO Agent
{"id":23080,"title":"Breaker Morant","year":"1980","character":"Cpt. Robertson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/breaker-morant","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_23080.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_23080.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
Breaker Morant
Breaker Morant as Cpt. Robertson
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1978
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1977
Harness Fever
Harness Fever as Stranger #2
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1976
Lost in the Wild
Lost in the Wild as Trooper Perrin