Hobson — Arthur 2: On the Rocks Character Profile

About Hobson

Arthur's loyal valet and surrogate father figure who secretly supports Arthur's relationship with Linda. His death in the first film triggers Arthur's downfall, but he spiritually guides Arthur in the sequel.

Character Facts

Played by

John Gielgud

Appears in

Arthur 2: On the Rocks (1988)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (3)

• Hobson — Family Surrogate Father — Arthur Bach (Dudley Moore)

  Hobson serves as a paternal mentor and emotional foundation for Arthur.

• Hobson — Narrative Foil — Burt Johnson (Stephen Elliott)

  Hobson's selfless legacy stands in direct opposition to Burt's manipulative cruelty.

• Hobson — Narrative Successor — Fairchild (Paul Benedict)

  Fairchild physically occupies Hobson's former space, bridging past and present.

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More characters from Arthur 2: On the Rocks

• Arthur Bach (Dudley Moore)
• Linda Marolla Bach (Liza Minnelli)
• Martha Bach (Geraldine Fitzgerald)
• Ralph Marolla (Barney Martin)
• Burt Johnson (Stephen Elliott)
• Greta (Molly McClure)
• Fairchild (Paul Benedict)
• Troy (Daniel Greene)
• Saleswoman (Aileen Fitzpatrick)
• Stanford Bach (Thomas Barbour)
• Maitre D' (John C. Vennema)
• Bartender (Ron Canada)