Bob Gunton

Born:November 15, 1945

Place of Birth:Santa Monica, California, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Bob Gunton, born Robert Patrick Gunton, Jr. on November 15, 1945, is an American actor whose versatility and commanding presence have made him a standout in the entertainment industry. With a career spanning several decades, Gunton has portrayed a wide range of characters, but he is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Warden Samuel Norton in the iconic 1994 film "The Shawshank Redemption."

Gunton's ability to embody strict, authoritarian figures on screen has solidified his reputation as a talented character actor. His performance as Warden Norton, a complex and morally ambiguous character in "The Shawshank Redemption," left a lasting impact on audiences and critics alike. Gunton's portrayal brought depth and nuance to the role, elevating the film to classic status.

In addition to his role in "The Shawshank Redemption," Gunton has delivered memorable performances in other notable projects. His portrayal of Chief George Earle in the action-packed film "Demolition Man" showcased his range as an actor, demonstrating his ability to inhabit diverse roles across genres. Gunton's presence on screen commands attention, drawing viewers into the worlds of the characters he brings to life.

Beyond his work in film, Gunton has also made a mark on the stage, with a standout performance as President Juan Peron in the original Broadway cast of "Evita." His portrayal of the charismatic and controversial political leader earned him critical acclaim and further showcased his talent as a versatile actor capable of tackling complex and challenging roles.

Throughout his career, Gunton has demonstrated a dedication to his craft and a commitment to bringing authenticity and depth to every character he portrays. His ability to infuse his performances with emotion, gravitas, and complexity has earned him a reputation as a respected and sought-after actor in the industry. Gunton's impressive body of work serves as a testament to his talent and versatility as an actor.

Off-screen, Gunton is known for his professionalism, work ethic, and collaborative spirit, qualities that have endeared him to colleagues and audiences alike. His passion for storytelling and his ability to connect with audiences on a deep emotional level have made him a beloved figure in the world of entertainment. Gunton's contributions to film, television, and theater have left an indelible mark on the industry, solidifying his legacy as a versatile and talented actor.

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Filmography

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The Shawshank Redemption

Warden Norton

1994

Imprisoned in the 1940s for the double murder of his wife and her lover, upstanding banker Andy Dufresne begins a new life at the Shawshank prison, where he puts his accounting skills to work for an amoral warden. During his long stretch in prison, Dufresne comes to be admired by the other inmates -- including an older prisoner named Red -- for his integrity and unquenchable sense of hope.

Ghostbusters: Afterlife

The Ghost Farmer

2021

When single mom Callie and her two kids Trevor and Phoebe arrive in a small Oklahoma town, they begin to discover their connection to the original Ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather left behind.

Demolition Man

Chief George Earle

1993

In 1996, brash L.A. detective John Spartan and maniac killer Simon Phoenix are both sentenced to decades in a cryogenic prison as punishment for a rescue mission gone wrong. When Phoenix escapes 36 years later to wreak havoc on the future, Spartan is awakened to capture his nemesis the old-fashioned way.

Argo

Cyrus Vance

2012

As the Iranian revolution reaches a boiling point, a CIA 'exfiltration' specialist concocts a risky plan to free six Americans who have found shelter at the home of the Canadian ambassador.

JFK

TV Newsman #3

1991

Follows the investigation into the assassination of President John F. Kennedy led by New Orleans district attorney Jim Garrison.

The Lincoln Lawyer

Cecil Dobbs

2011

Mick Haller is a charismatic defense attorney who does business out of his Lincoln Continental sedan. Mick spends most of his time defending petty crooks and other bottom-feeders, so it comes as quite a surprise when he lands the case of a lifetime: defending a Beverly Hills playboy who is accused of attempted murder. However, what Mick initially thinks is an open-and-shut case with a big monetary reward develops into something more sinister.

Boat Trip

Boat Captain

2002

Two guys whose love lives are a wreck look forward to finding ladies on the high seas. Unfortunately, they've mistakenly been booked on a gay cruise.

Fracture

Judge Gardner

2007

A husband is on trial for the attempted murder of his wife, in what is seemingly an open/shut case for the ambitious district attorney trying to put him away. However, there are surprises for both around every corner, and, as a suspenseful game of cat-and-mouse is played out, each must manipulate and outwit the other.

Dead Silence

Edward Ashen

2007

Jamie returns to his hometown in search of answers to his wife's murder, which occurred after receiving a weird package containing a ventriloquist dummy named Billy, which may be linked to the legend of ventriloquist Mary Shaw. Destined to find out the truth, Jamie goes to the town of Raven's Fair, where Shaw used to perform and is buried. But Jamie is in for more than he expected.

Glory

Gen. Charles Garrison Harker

1989

Robert Gould Shaw leads the US Civil War's first all-black volunteer company, fighting prejudices of both his own Union army and the Confederates.

Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls

Burton Quinn

1995

Summoned from an ashram in Tibet, Ace finds himself on a perilous journey into the jungles of Africa to find Shikaka, the missing sacred animal of the friendly Wachati tribe. He must accomplish this before the wedding of the Wachati's Princess to the prince of the warrior Wachootoos. If Ace fails, the result will be a vicious tribal war.

Patch Adams

Dean Walcott

1998

The true story of Dr. Hunter "Patch" Adams, who in the 1970s found that humor is the best medicine, and was willing to do just anything to make his patients laugh—even if it meant risking his own career.

The Perfect Storm

Alexander McAnally III

2000

In October 1991, a confluence of weather conditions combined to form a killer storm in the North Atlantic. Caught in the storm was the sword-fishing boat Andrea Gail.

Patriot Games

Interviewer

1992

When CIA Analyst Jack Ryan interferes with an IRA assassination, a renegade faction targets Jack and his family as revenge.

Trouble with the Curve

Watson

2012

Slowed by age and failing eyesight, crack baseball scout Gus Lobel takes his grown daughter along as he checks out the final prospect of his career. Along the way, the two renew their bond, and she catches the eye of a young player-turned-scout.

Born on the Fourth of July

Doctor

1989

Paralyzed in the Vietnam war, Ron Kovic becomes an anti-war and pro-human rights political activist after feeling betrayed by the country he fought for.

The 33

President Sebastián Piñera

2015

Based on the true story of the collapse of a mine in San Jose, Chile—that left 33 miners isolated underground for 69 days.

Broken Arrow

Pritchett

1996

When rogue stealth-fighter pilot Vic Deakins deliberately drops off the radar while on maneuvers, the Air Force ends up with two stolen nuclear warheads -- and Deakins's co-pilot, Riley Hale, is the military's only hope for getting them back. Traversing the deserted canyons of Utah, Hale teams with park ranger Terry Carmichael to put Deakins back in his box.

The Inheritance

Charles Abernathy

2024

Billionaire Charles Abernathy, on the eve of his 75th birthday, invites his four estranged children back home out of fear that tonight someone – or something – is coming to kill him. To ensure his family will help protect him from whatever’s coming, Abernathy puts each of their inheritances on the line – they’ll get nothing if he’s found dead by dawn.

Dolores Claiborne

Mr. Pease

1995

Dolores Claiborne was accused of killing her abusive husband twenty years ago, but the court's findings were inconclusive and she was allowed to walk free. Now she has been accused of killing her employer, Vera Donovan, and this time there is a witness who can place her at the scene of the crime. Things look bad for Dolores when her daughter Selena, a successful Manhattan magazine writer, returns to cover the story.

Get the Gringo

Mr. Kaufmann

2012

A career criminal nabbed by Mexican authorities is placed in a tough prison where he learns to survive with the help of a 9-year-old boy.

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil

Finley Largent

1997

A visiting city reporter's assignment suddenly revolves around the murder trial of a local millionaire, whom he befriends.

I ♥ Huckabees

Mr. Silver

2004

A husband-and-wife team play detective, but not in the traditional sense. Instead, the happy duo helps others solve their existential issues, the kind that keep you up at night, wondering what it all means.

The Lazarus Project

Father Ezra

2008

After Ben Garvey foolishly turned back to crime, he thought his life was over when he was sentenced to death by lethal injection. But his death sentence isn't quite what it seems, as Ben regains consciousness near an eerie psychiatric ward, where he's told he's been hired as the groundskeeper. With the state of his soul in question, and the love for his wife and daughter all the more real and powerful, Ben must figure out if he's truly cheated death, or if he's become part of something far more sinister.

Kill the Irishman

Jerry Merke

2011

Over the summer of 1976, thirty-six bombs detonate in the heart of Cleveland while a turf war raged between Irish mobster Danny Greene and the Italian mafia. Based on a true story, Kill the Irishman chronicles Greene's heroic rise from a tough Cleveland neighborhood to become an enforcer in the local mob.