About
Robert Austin was an accomplished actor who led an impressive career, primarily on the big screen. Austin began his acting career appearing mainly in films, such as "First to Fight" (1967) with Chad Everett, the drama "My Brilliant Career" (1980) with Judy Davis and the Glenda Jackson drama "Giro City" (1982). He also appeared in the TV movie "The Bunker" (CBS, 1980-81). He kept working in film throughout the eighties, starring in the action flick "Xtro" (1983) with Philip Sayer, "Number One" (1984) and the Michael Caine spy picture "The Jigsaw Man" (1984). He also appeared in "Morons From Outer Space" (1985). His work around this time also included a part on the TV movie "Pope John Paul II" (CBS, 1983-84). Additionally, he appeared on the television special "Sleepers" (PBS, 1991-92). Austin more recently acted in the crime flick "Swoon" (1992) with Daniel Schlachet.
Known for
CasualtySeries • 1986
MinderSeries • 1979
Crown CourtSeries • 1972
Mr. BeanSeries • 1990
Rumpole of the BaileySeries • 1975
LovejoySeries • 1986
Dempsey and MakepeaceSeries • 1985
Shine on Harvey MoonSeries • 1982
The Agatha Christie HourSeries • 1982
CampionSeries • 1989
All in Good FaithSeries • 1985
XtroMovie • 1982
Absolute BeginnersMovie • 1986
My Brilliant CareerMovie • 1979
The BunkerMovie • 1981
Morons from Outer SpaceMovie • 1985
The Jigsaw ManMovie • 1983
HiroshimaMovie • 2005