Robert Joy

Robert Joy

Born:August 17, 1951

Place of Birth:St. Johns - Newfoundland - Canada

Known For:Acting

Biography

Robert Joy, born on August 17, 1951, in Montreal, Canada, is a versatile actor and producer known for his remarkable performances on both stage and screen. With a career spanning several decades, Joy has captivated audiences with his talent and dedication to his craft.

Beginning his acting journey in theater, Joy honed his skills on the stage before transitioning to film and television. His stage presence and ability to embody diverse characters have earned him critical acclaim and a loyal fan base. Joy's passion for storytelling shines through in each of his performances, whether he is portraying a villain, a hero, or a complex anti-hero.

In the world of cinema, Robert Joy has made a lasting impact with his memorable roles in a wide range of genres. From playing the enigmatic Dr. Sid Hammerback in the long-running series "CSI: NY" to bringing to life the eccentric Dr. Stevens in the cult classic film "Land of the Dead," Joy's versatility as an actor knows no bounds.

His collaboration with renowned directors and fellow actors has further solidified his reputation as a talented and reliable performer in the industry. Joy's ability to immerse himself in a character and bring depth to every role he undertakes has garnered him respect and admiration from his peers.

As a producer, Robert Joy has also demonstrated his keen eye for compelling storytelling and his commitment to bringing unique projects to life. His behind-the-scenes work showcases his creativity and vision, making him a valuable asset in the entertainment industry.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Joy is known for his humility and dedication to his craft. His work ethic and passion for acting continue to inspire aspiring performers and established professionals alike. Whether he is on stage, in front of the camera, or behind the scenes, Joy's presence elevates any project he is involved in.

With a diverse body of work that spans across film, television, and theater, Robert Joy has proven himself to be a versatile and talented artist. His ability to inhabit a wide range of characters with authenticity and depth sets him apart as a performer of great skill and nuance. Joy's contributions to the entertainment industry have left an indelible mark on audiences worldwide, solidifying his legacy as a respected actor and producer.

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Filmography

Acting

Aliens vs Predator: Requiem

Aliens vs Predator: Requiem

Col. Stevens

2007

After a horrifying PredAlien crash-lands near a small Colorado town, killing everyone it encounters and producing countless Alien offspring, a lone Predator arrives to "clean up" the infestation.
The Hills Have Eyes

The Hills Have Eyes

Lizard

2006

Based on Wes Craven's 1977 suspenseful cult classic, The Hills Have Eyes is the story of a family road trip that goes terrifyingly awry when the travelers become stranded in a government atomic zone. Miles from nowhere, the Carter family soon realizes the seemingly uninhabited wasteland is actually the breeding ground of a blood-thirsty mutant family...and they are the prey.
Don't Look Up

Don't Look Up

Congressman Tenant

2021

Two astronomers go on a media tour to warn humankind of a planet-killing comet hurtling toward Earth. The response from a distracted world: Meh.
Waterworld

Waterworld

Ledger Guy

1995

In a futuristic world where the polar ice caps have melted and made Earth a liquid planet, a beautiful barmaid rescues a mutant seafarer from a floating island prison. They escape, along with her young charge, Enola, and sail off aboard his ship. But the trio soon becomes the target of a menacing pirate who covets the map to 'Dryland'—which is tattooed on Enola's back.
Superhero Movie

Superhero Movie

Dr. Hawking

2008

Rick Riker is a nerdy teen imbued with superpowers by a radioactive dragonfly. And because every hero needs a nemesis, enter Lou Landers, aka the villainously goofy Hourglass.
Fallen

Fallen

Charles

1998

Homicide detective John Hobbes witnesses the execution of serial killer Edgar Reese. Soon after the execution the killings start again, and they are very similar to Reese's style.
Sweet November

Sweet November

Raeford Dunne

2001

Nelson is a man devoted to his advertising career in San Francisco. One day, while taking a driving test at the DMV, he meets Sara. She is very different from the other women in his life. Nelson causes her to miss out on taking the test and later that day she tracks him down. One thing leads to another and Nelson ends up living with her through a November that will change his life forever.
Land of the Dead

Land of the Dead

Charlie

2005

The world is full of zombies and the survivors have barricaded themselves inside a walled city to keep out the living dead. As the wealthy hide out in skyscrapers and chaos rules the streets, the rest of the survivors must find a way to stop the evolving zombies from breaking into the city.
The Goldfinch

The Goldfinch

Welton 'Welty' Blackwell

2019

A boy in New York is taken in by a wealthy family after his mother is killed in a bombing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. In a rush of panic, he steals 'The Goldfinch', a painting that eventually draws him into a world of crime.
Desperately Seeking Susan

Desperately Seeking Susan

Jim

1985

A bored New Jersey suburban housewife's fascination with a free-spirited woman she has read about in the personal columns leads to her being mistaken for the woman herself and into a chaotic adventure of amnesia and self-discovery.
Death Wish V: The Face of Death

Death Wish V: The Face of Death

Freddie Flakes

1994

Paul Kersey is back at working vigilante justice when his fiancée, Olivia, has her business threatened by mobsters.
Radio Days

Radio Days

Fred

1987

The Narrator tells us how the radio influenced his childhood in the days before TV. In the New York City of the late 1930s to the New Year's Eve 1944, this coming-of-age tale mixes the narrator's experiences with contemporary anecdotes and urban legends of the radio stars.
Ragtime

Ragtime

Henry Thaw

1981

A young black pianist becomes embroiled in the lives of an upper-class white family set among the racial tensions, infidelity, violence, and other nostalgic events in early 1900s New York City.
The Dark Half

The Dark Half

Fred Clawson

1993

Thad Beaumont is the author of a highly successful series of violent pulp thrillers written under the pseudonym of ‘George Stark’, but when he decides to ‘kill-off’ his alter-ego in a mock ceremony, it precipitates a string of sadistic murders matching those in his pulp novels, which are soon discovered to be the work of Stark himself. Looking like a maniacal version of his counterpart, Stark is not so willing to quit the writing game – even if it means coming after Thad's wife and their baby.
Harriet the Spy

Harriet the Spy

Ben Welsch

1996

When the secret notebook of a young girl who fancies herself a spy is found by her friends, her speculations make her very unpopular! Can she win her friends back?
Joe Somebody

Joe Somebody

Pat Chilcutt

2001

When underappreciated video specialist Joe Scheffer is brutally humiliated by office bully Mark McKinney in front of his daughter, Joe begins a quest for personal redemption. He proceeds by enduring a personal makeover and takes martial arts lessons from a B-action star. As news spreads of his rematch with Mark, Joe suddenly finds himself the center of attention, ascending the corporate ladder and growing in popularity.
Helter Skelter

Helter Skelter

Detective Morrisy

2004

The rise of Charles Manson and his "family," who are responsible for a series of famous murders in the late 1960s. Manson, a magnetic and mysterious man, attracts road-weary single mother Linda Kasabian to join his collection of outcasts on a ranch outside of Los Angeles. After murdering actress Sharon Tate, Manson and his followers are investigated by district attorney Vincent Bugliosi.

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