
Oliver Robins
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Oliver Robins (born July 22, 1971) is an American former child actor who is now a writer and director. His first film roles were in the 1982 TV movie Million Dollar Infield, and in the 1982 ABC TV movie Don't Go to Sleep as Kevin. He is best known for his role as Robbie Freeling in the 1982 movie Poltergeist and in its 1986 sequel Poltergeist II: The Other Side. Oliver's other feature film role was in the 1982 comedy Airplane II: The Sequel. He has made only one guest appearance on television, in the 1986 Twilight Zone episode "Monsters!". Oliver left the acting business after 1986. As an adult, he returned to show business as a writer and director. In 2000, he wrote and directed his first film, Dumped, which was released directly to video, and also wrote and directed Roomies in 2004. He wrote the 1999 movie Eating L.A.. Robins is the only surviving Poltergeist child actor following the deaths of Dominique Dunne and Heather O'Rourke. Description above from the Wikipedia article Oliver Robins, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Oliver Robins Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Oliver Robins reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 9 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Oliver Robins's work falls within the Horror genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Oliver Robins's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Million Dollar Infield, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Oliver Robins Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Oliver Robins's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Oliver Robins has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Skate to Hell | Greg | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Rideshare Killer | Billy Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Celebrity Crush | Jonathan Blakely | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Curse of Poltergeist | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Poltergeist II: The Other Side | Robbie Freeling | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Don't Go to Sleep | Kevin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Airplane II: The Sequel | Jimmy Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Poltergeist | Robbie Freeling | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Million Dollar Infield | Aaron Miller | Super Hit | Similar → |
Oliver Robins - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Oliver Robins?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Oliver Robins is "The Million Dollar Infield" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Oliver Robins acted in?
Oliver Robins has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Oliver Robins?
Other notable films include "Poltergeist", "Don't Go to Sleep", and "Airplane II: The Sequel".




