Bob Roberts
1992, English. Directed by Tim Robbins.
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Millionaire conservative Bob Roberts launches an insurgent campaign against incumbent senator Brickley Paiste, firing up crowds at his rallies by singing '60s-style acoustic folk songs with lyrics espousing far-right conservative social and economic views.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 181 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Tim RobbinsDirector
- Tim RobbinsBob Roberts
- Giancarlo EspositoBugs Raplin
- Alan RickmanLukas Hart III
- Ray WiseChet MacGregor
- Brian MurrayTerry Manchester
- Gore VidalSenator Brickley Paiste
- Rebecca JenkinsDelores Perrigrew
- Harry LennixFranklin Dockett
- John OttavinoClark Anderson
- Robert StantonBart Macklerooney
- Kelly WillisClarissa Flan
- Merrilee DalePolly Roberts
Details
- Released
- 4 September 1992
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Tim Robbins
- Budget
- $3.9M
- Box office
- $8M
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Bob Roberts: quick answers
Is Bob Roberts worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 181 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Bob Roberts?
Bob Roberts runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Bob Roberts have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Bob Roberts. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Bob Roberts parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Bob Roberts is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Bob Roberts on?
Bob Roberts isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 4 September 1992. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Bob Roberts?
If you liked Bob Roberts, try That Thing You Do!, The Candidate, Roll Bounce.
Who directed Bob Roberts?
Bob Roberts (1992) was directed by Tim Robbins and stars Tim Robbins, Giancarlo Esposito, Alan Rickman.