Biography
Robert Wuhl (born October 9, 1951) is an American actor, comedian and writer. He is best known as the creator and star of the television comedy series Arliss (1996–2002) and for his portrayal of newspaper reporter Alexander Knox in Tim Burton's Batman (1989) and Larry in Bull Durham (1988). Description above from the Wikipedia article Robert Wuhl, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Known For
Complete Filmography
Saturday Night
2024
as Dave Wilson
At 11:30pm on October 11, 1975, a ferocious troupe of young comedians and writers changed television forever. This is the story of what happened behin...
The People's Joker
2024
as Robert Wuhl
An aspiring clown grappling with her gender identity combats a fascistic caped crusader.
I'm "George Lucas": A Connor Ratliff Story
2024
as Self (archive footage)
Five years into performing as renowned filmmaker George Lucas in the cult comedy show "The George Lucas Talk Show", comedian Connor Ratliff questions ...
Shirley
2020
as Randy Fisher
A famous horror writer finds inspiration for her next book after she and her husband take in a young couple.
Mic Whore
2014
as Husband
A woman becomes addicted to performing stand up comedy and will do anything to get a gig.
Shadows of the Bat: The Cinematic Saga of the Dark Knight
2008
as Self
A 6 part documentary of making of Batman franchise.
Assume the Position 201 with Mr. Wuhl
2007
as Self
In this second installment of comedian Robert Wuhl's take on American history, "Professor Wuhl" removes the wool covering the eyes of his "students" i...
Assume the Position 201 with Mr. Wuhl
2007
Director, Writer
In this second installment of comedian Robert Wuhl's take on American history, "Professor Wuhl" removes the wool covering the eyes of his "students" i...
Assume the Position with Mr. Wuhl
2006
as Himself
Emmy-winning actor-comedian Robert Wuhl assumes the role of college professor in this hilarious history lesson conducted in front of an audience of ac...
Assume the Position with Mr. Wuhl
2006
Writer
Emmy-winning actor-comedian Robert Wuhl assumes the role of college professor in this hilarious history lesson conducted in front of an audience of ac...
Bull Durham: Between the Lines
2002
as Self
Documentary about the making of the 1988 film with interviews with the cast and crew.
Welcome to Hollywood
2000
as Robert Wuhl
A film director decides to chart the course of a young actor as he tries to make it in Hollywood...
When It Was a Game 3
2000
as Self (voice)
In this third entry of the ongoing HBO documentary series celebrating America's favorite pastime, the focus is on the 1960s, when Major League Basebal...
Good Burger
1997
as Angry Customer
Two L.A. teens with summer jobs at Good Burger try to save their small restaurant when a corporate giant burger franchise moves in across the street.
Sports on the Silver Screen
1997
as Self (archive footage)
HBO (in association with the American Film Institute) presents this 1997 anthology, narrated by Liev Schreiber, which looks at sports in cinema from t...
Dr. Jekyll and Ms. Hyde
1995
as Man With Lighter
A scientist creating perfumes inherits his great grandfather Dr. Jekyll's formula and decides to use modern technology to improve it. He ends up as an...
Open Season
1995
as Stuart Sain
When the television ratings machines suddenly malfunction, public television suddenly, but mistakenly, soars to #1 in this humorous satire.
Open Season
1995
Director, Screenplay
When the television ratings machines suddenly malfunction, public television suddenly, but mistakenly, soars to #1 in this humorous satire.
Cobb
1994
as Al Stump
Al Stump is a famous sports-writer chosen by Ty Cobb to co-write his official, authorized 'autobiography' before his death. Cobb, widely feared and de...
A Kiss Goodnight
1994
as Gas Station Attendant
Advertising exec Natalie engages in a passionate, but brief, love affair with a stranger named Kurt. When Natalie returns to her boyfriend, she finds...
Blue Chips
1994
as Marty
Pete Bell, a college basketball coach is under a lot of pressure. His team isn't winning and he cannot attract new players. The stars of the future ar...
Percy & Thunder
1993
as Jim Keisling
A veteran trainer takes a promising fighter under his wing and lives his dreams through his protégé.
Sandman
1993
as Victor Giles
Unknown to its present inhabitants, a house in the San Fernando Valley is a doorway to evil that existed in the past. Nick, a 28 year old auto mechan...
The Bodyguard
1992
as Oscar Host
A former Secret Service agent grudgingly takes an assignment to protect a pop idol who's threatened by a crazed fan. At first, the safety-obsessed bod...
Mistress
1992
as Marvin Landisman
A comedy about a screenwriter (Wuhl) whose old movie script is read by a producer (Landau) and the search for financial backers begins. But it seems t...
Missing Pieces
1992
as Lou Wimpol
As sole heir to a relative's estate, Wendel is surprised to learn that the only thing he's been left is a riddle. However, he and his musician friend,...
Madonna: The Immaculate Collection
1990
as Pitch Man (segment "Material Girl")
The Immaculate Collection is the first commercially released greatest videos compilation by singer Madonna. Released on November 13, 1990 to accompany...
The Earth Day Special
1990
as Self
The Earth Day Special is a television special revolving around Earth Day that aired on ABC on April 22, 1990. Sponsored by Time Warner, the two hour s...
Wedding Band
1990
as Waiter
A couple who both work at wedding receptions encounter complications when they decide to marry.
Blaze
1989
as Red Snyder
A middle-aged Louisiana governor falls in love with a young stripper, which jeopardizes his political career and the radical policies which have made ...
Batman
1989
as Alexander Knox
Batman must face his most ruthless nemesis when a deformed madman calling himself "The Joker" seizes control of Gotham's criminal underworld.
Bull Durham
1988
as Larry
Veteran catcher Crash Davis is brought to the minor league Durham Bulls to help their up and coming pitching prospect, "Nuke" Laloosh. Their relations...
Good Morning, Vietnam
1987
as Marty Lee Dreiwitz
A disk jockey goes to Vietnam to work for the Armed Forces Radio Service. While he becomes popular among the troops, his superiors disapprove of his h...
Ray's Male Heterosexual Dance Hall
1987
as Benny Berbel
In this short film, our unemployed hero finds that getting that great job depends a lot on whom you choose to dance with at Ray's Male Heterosexual Da...
The Joe Piscopo Halloween Party
1987
Writer
Comedy concert of comedian Joe Piscopo filmed live from UCLA.
Flashdance
1983
as Mawby's Regular
Alex Owens, a young woman juggling between two odd jobs, aspires to become a successful ballet dancer. Nick, who is her boss and lover, supports and e...
The Hollywood Knights
1980
as Newbomb Turk
Led by their comedic and pranking leader, Newbomb Turk, the Hollywood Knights car gang raise hell throughout Beverly Hills on Halloween Night, 1965. E...