Robert Sampson

Robert Sampson

Deceased · Born: May 10, 1933 · Died: Jan 18, 2020

Personal Details

BornMay 10, 1933 Los Angeles, California, USA

Biography

Robert Sampson, a celebrated thespian, was born on May 10, 1933, in the bustling metropolis of Los Angeles, California, USA, a city renowned for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant artistic scene.

As a gifted performer, Sampson left an indelible mark on the film industry, captivating audiences with his remarkable portrayals in numerous notable productions, including the cult classic Re-Animator (1985),a horror film that has become a staple of the genre, as well as The Dark Side of the Moon (1990),a thought-provoking science fiction film that explores the complexities of human existence, and Robot Jox (1989),a futuristic action film that showcases Sampson's versatility as an actor.

Throughout his illustrious career, Sampson has consistently demonstrated his ability to bring complex characters to life, earning him a loyal following among fans of the silver screen and solidifying his position as a respected figure in the entertainment industry.

Despite his extensive body of work, Sampson remains humble and dedicated to his craft, continuing to push the boundaries of his talent and inspire new generations of performers.

Robert's existence was profoundly impacted by the enduring affection and camaraderie he enjoyed with his cherished spouse, Maryanne Gackle, whose unwavering dedication and loyalty to him created a rich tapestry of love and togetherness that permeated every aspect of their lives, infusing their days with an abundance of joy, warmth, and happiness that brought immense fulfillment and contentment to their relationship.

Robert's extraordinary odyssey on this terrestrial sphere reached its conclusion on January 18, 2020, in the serene and visually stunning city of Santa Barbara, situated on the sun-kissed coast of California, United States of America.

Career

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2008
{"id":48462,"title":"Shadow People","year":"2007","character":"Steven Sr. (as Bob Sampson)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/shadow-people-2007","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_48462.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_48462.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
Shadow People
Shadow People as Steven Sr. (as Bob Sampson)
{"id":156614,"title":"Annie's Garden","year":"1997","character":"Hal","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/annies-garden-1997","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_156614.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_156614.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
{"id":58789,"title":"Indecent Behavior","year":"1993","character":"Councilman Reiner","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/indecent-behavior","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58789.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58789.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Indecent Behavior
Indecent Behavior as Councilman Reiner
{"id":59089,"title":"Netherworld","year":"1992","character":"Noah Thornton","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/netherworld","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_59089.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_59089.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Netherworld
Netherworld as Noah Thornton
{"id":159346,"title":"The Arrival","year":"1991","character":"Max Page","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-arrival-1991","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_159346.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_159346.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
The Arrival
The Arrival as Max Page
{"id":59911,"title":"The Dark Side of the Moon","year":"1990","character":"Flynn Harding","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-dark-side-of-the-moon","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_59911.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_59911.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
{"id":159937,"title":"Good Cops, Bad Cops","year":"1990","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/good-cops-bad-cops","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_159937.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_159937.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":11071,"title":"Robot Jox","year":"1989","character":"Commisioner Jameson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/robot-jox","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6dk92p33u440.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6dk92p33u440.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Robot Jox
Robot Jox as Commisioner Jameson
{"id":159895,"title":"Double Revenge","year":"1988","character":"Ted McCray","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/double-revenge","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_159895.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_159895.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
Double Revenge
Double Revenge as Ted McCray
{"id":161572,"title":"Shattered If Your Kid's on Drugs","year":"1986","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/shattered-if-your-kids-on-drugs","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_161572.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_161572.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
{"id":8170,"title":"Re-Animator","year":"1985","character":"Dean Alan Halsey","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/re-animator","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4m9q6jps5o80.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4m9q6jps5o80.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
Re-Animator
Re-Animator as Dean Alan Halsey
{"id":62695,"title":"The Jerk, Too","year":"1984","character":"Van Buren","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-jerk-too","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_62695.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_62695.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
The Jerk, Too
The Jerk, Too as Van Buren
{"id":1059,"title":"The A-Team","year":1983,"character":"Joe Penhall","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-a-team","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3vagln6i63b0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3vagln6i63b0.jpg"},"released":1}
1983
The A-Team
The A-Team as Joe Penhall
{"id":1060,"title":"Knight Rider","year":1982,"character":"Dixon","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/knight-rider-1982","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4jtjii8c8ib0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4jtjii8c8ib0.jpg"},"released":1}
1982
{"id":63752,"title":"Jacqueline Susann's Valley of the Dolls","year":"1981","character":"Charles Golden","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/jacqueline-susanns-valley-of-the-dolls-1981","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63752.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63752.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
{"id":12405,"title":"City of the Living Dead","year":"1980","character":"Sheriff Russell","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/city-of-the-living-dead","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7l5f6dtsbh20.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7l5f6dtsbh20.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
City of the Living Dead
City of the Living Dead as Sheriff Russell
{"id":163724,"title":"The Grass Is Always Greener Over the Septic Tank","year":"1978","character":"Lester Wentworth","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-grass-is-always-greener-over-the-septic-tank","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163724.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163724.jpg"},"released":1}
1978
{"id":10236,"title":"The Rockford Files","year":1978,"character":"Arthur Horvath","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-rockford-files","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10236.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10236.jpg"},"released":1}
The Rockford Files
The Rockford Files as Arthur Horvath
{"id":163969,"title":"In the Glitter Palace","year":"1977","character":"Harry Brittenham","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/in-the-glitter-palace","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163969.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163969.jpg"},"released":1}
1977
In the Glitter Palace
In the Glitter Palace as Harry Brittenham
{"id":10208,"title":"Wonder Woman","year":1977,"character":"Bo Taggart","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/wonder-woman","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/69eess7fp8a0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/69eess7fp8a0.jpg"},"released":1}
Wonder Woman
Wonder Woman as Bo Taggart
{"id":130559,"title":"Shell Game","year":"1975","character":"Stephen Castle","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/shell-game","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_130559.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_130559.jpg"},"released":1}
1975
Shell Game
Shell Game as Stephen Castle
{"id":86216,"title":"Mr. Ricco","year":"1975","character":"Justin","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mr-ricco","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_86216.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_86216.jpg"},"released":1}
Mr. Ricco
Mr. Ricco as Justin
{"id":192115,"title":"The Sky's the Limit","year":"1975","character":"Two","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-skys-the-limit","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_192115.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_192115.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":198318,"title":"Sorority Kill","year":"1974","character":"Police Officer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sorority-kill","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_198318.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_198318.jpg"},"released":1}
1974
Sorority Kill
Sorority Kill as Police Officer
{"id":86370,"title":"Thursday's Game","year":"1974","character":"Dave","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/thursdays-game-1974","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_86370.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_86370.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":10269,"title":"Bridget Loves Bernie","year":1972,"character":"Michael Fitzgerald","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/bridget-loves-bernie","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10269.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10269.jpg"},"released":1}
1972
Bridget Loves Bernie
Bridget Loves Bernie as Michael Fitzgerald
{"id":165776,"title":"Lassie: Well of Love","year":"1970","character":"Tom Wade","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/lassie-well-of-love","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_165776.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_165776.jpg"},"released":1}
1970
{"id":81873,"title":"Zig Zag","year":"1970","character":"Burt Stennis","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/zig-zag-1970","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_81873.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_81873.jpg"},"released":1}
Zig Zag
Zig Zag as Burt Stennis
{"id":87205,"title":"Fear No Evil","year":"1969","character":"First Party Guest","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/fear-no-evil-1969","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_87205.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_87205.jpg"},"released":1}
1969
Fear No Evil
Fear No Evil as First Party Guest
{"id":166816,"title":"For Pete's Sake!","year":"1966","character":"Gas Station Attendant","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/for-petes-sake-1966-1","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_166816.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_166816.jpg"},"released":1}
1966
For Pete's Sake!
For Pete's Sake! as Gas Station Attendant
{"id":87796,"title":"The Restless Ones","year":"1965","character":"Mr. Stephen Winton","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-restless-ones","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_87796.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_87796.jpg"},"released":1}
1965
The Restless Ones
The Restless Ones as Mr. Stephen Winton
{"id":82148,"title":"Della","year":"1964","character":"Joel Stafford","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/della","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_82148.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_82148.jpg"},"released":1}
1964
Della
Della as Joel Stafford
{"id":103831566,"title":"The Outer Limits","year":1963,"character":"Lt. Peter Chandler","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-outer-limits","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/1jmack0kfa18.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/1jmack0kfa18.jpg"},"released":1}
1963
The Outer Limits
The Outer Limits as Lt. Peter Chandler
{"id":66040,"title":"The Broken Land","year":"1962","character":"Dave Dunson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-broken-land","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66040.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66040.jpg"},"released":1}
1962
The Broken Land
The Broken Land as Dave Dunson
{"id":65983,"title":"Hero's Island","year":"1962","character":"Enoch Gates","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/heros-island-1962","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65983.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65983.jpg"},"released":1}
Hero's Island
Hero's Island as Enoch Gates
{"id":1842,"title":"The Alfred Hitchcock Hour","year":1962,"character":"Sargent Duncan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-alfred-hitchcock-hour","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/1s0he7h9g7ag.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/1s0he7h9g7ag.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":96253,"title":"Look in Any Window","year":"1961","character":"Lindstrom","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/look-in-any-window","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_96253.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_96253.jpg"},"released":1}
1961
{"id":10455,"title":"The Twilight Zone","year":1961,"character":"Chris Miller","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-twilight-zone-1959","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/24g2krjs3n00.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/24g2krjs3n00.jpg"},"released":1}
The Twilight Zone
The Twilight Zone as Chris Miller
{"id":96289,"title":"Young Jesse James","year":"1960","character":"Yankee Soldier (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/young-jesse-james","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_96289.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_96289.jpg"},"released":1}
1960
Young Jesse James
Young Jesse James as Yankee Soldier (uncredited)
{"id":67076,"title":"5 Against the House","year":"1955","character":"Boy (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/5-against-the-house","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67076.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67076.jpg"},"released":1}
1955
5 Against the House
5 Against the House as Boy (uncredited)