Ian Roberts
ActingAbout Ian Roberts
Ian Roberts is a South African actor, playwright and singer best known to television viewers for his roles in the drama series Arende and Snitch, and as the character Boet in a series of long-running advertisements for Castrol motor oil. Roberts was born in Fort Beaufort in the Eastern Cape and raised on a citrus farm near the town. He attended St. Andrew's Preparatory School and St. Andrew's College in Grahamstown. After completing high school he performed his compulsory national service in the South African Army, which he completed in 1971. After a variety of different jobs and a course in photography at the Port Elizabeth Technical College from 1973 to 1975, Roberts enrolled at Rhodes University in 1976 for a Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in Speech, Drama and Social Anthropology. Ian Roberts has built up an extensive acting career in theatre, television and film. Roberts was married to South African actress Michele Botes, but the couple divorced in 1999. They have two children.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ian Roberts reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 41 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Ian Roberts's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ian Roberts remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Race-Ist, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ian Roberts Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ian Roberts's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ian Roberts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | A Kind of Madness | Dan Hart | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Pusha Pressa Phanda | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Mia and the White Lion | John's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Van der Merwe | Oupa Van der Merwe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Tremors 5: Bloodlines | Den Bravers | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Windmill | Doctor Rossouw | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Stuur Groete Aan Mannetjies Roux | Frans | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Musiek Vir Die Agtergrond | Chris | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Bakgat 3 | Basjan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Babalas | Boet | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Eternity | Professor Tevis Shapiro | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Bakgat 2 | Basjan du Preez | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Race-Ist | Noel Oosthuizen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Bakgat! | Basjan du Preez | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Number 10 | Marius Kramer | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Tsotsi | Captain Smit | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Red Dust | Piet Müller | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Askari | Ripshaw | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | I Dreamed of Africa | Mike Donovan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | A Reasonable Man | Chris Van Rooyen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Sweepers | Yager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Tarzan and the Lost City | Captain Dooley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Paljas | Frans | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Mandela and de Klerk | Kobie Coetsee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Inside | Guard Moolman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Cry, the Beloved Country | Evans | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Cyborg Cop III | Sheen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Kalahari Harry | Kalahari Harry Morgan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | In a Time of Violence: The Line | Lt. Danie Visser | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Power of One | Hoppie Gruenewald | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Fourth Reich | Johannes van der Walt | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Cape Rebel | Sloet Steenkamp | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Crossing | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Dancing in the Forest | Thor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Jane and the Lost City | Carl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | You Must Be Joking! Too | Various | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Heroes | Hendrik 'Hennie' du Preez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Night of Fear | Steve Vosloo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Wild Maneuvres | Corp. White | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Anna Meintjies | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Horse Smuggler | - | Flop | Similar → |
Ian Roberts - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ian Roberts?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ian Roberts is "The Race-Ist" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ian Roberts acted in?
Ian Roberts has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ian Roberts?
Other notable films include "Van der Merwe", "The Power of One", and "A Kind of Madness".