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Robert Bruce

Acting
Updated: Apr 19, 2026
4Total Films
6.2 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 3, 1943
Birth Place: Musselburgh, Scotland, UK

About Robert Bruce

Robert Bruce (born John Charles Young, 3 November 1943 - 2 March 2009) was a Scottish-born professional wrestler and talent agent, stuntman and actor in Auckland, New Zealand. He began wrestling in London in 1967, and toured the United Kingdom, South Africa, Japan, Australia, New Zealand and Fiji, eventually settling in New Zealand in the 1970s after wrestling John da Silva there for the Commonwealth championship in 1972. Bruce retired from wrestling due to injuries to his back and elbows, and decided to form a talent agency in 1978 when he realised that there was no such company in New Zealand. In addition to representing several of New Zealand's top actors, Bruce worked as a stuntman and fight co-ordinator on several New Zealand films, television shows and theatrical plays, working on 73 TV series, 39 films and 21 live shows, and as an actor played the role of a former international rugby player in the 1991 film Old Scores.

Robert Bruce Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Robert Bruce reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 4 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Robert Bruce's work falls within the Thriller genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Robert Bruce'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 Woman of Straw, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Robert Bruce Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Robert Bruce's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Robert Bruce has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1995 Under the Gun Detective Dexter Flop Similar →
1989 The Freeway Maniac Terry Flop Similar →
1984 Rive droite, rive gauche Bobby Average Similar →
1964 Woman of Straw John (uncredited) Average Similar →

Robert Bruce - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Robert Bruce?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Bruce is "Woman of Straw" with a rating of 6.2/10.

How many movies has Robert Bruce acted in?

Robert Bruce has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Robert Bruce?

Other notable films include "Rive droite, rive gauche", "Under the Gun", and "The Freeway Maniac".

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