Sam Robards

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Characters played by Sam Robards

Henry Swinton — A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001)

Henry is Monica's husband and the father of Martin. He accepts David while Martin is in suspended animation, but after David's dangerous reaction at the pool and fears for the family's safety, he persuades Monica to return David for destruction.

Clayton Beresford Sr. — Awake (2007)

Clay's deceased father. Described as abusive in Clay's repressed memories. He was killed by Lilith, a fact that provides Clay with emotional closure during his out-of-body experience.

Jack Sargent — The Art of Getting By (2011)

Jack is George's stepfather, involved in the family confrontation over George's neglected schoolwork. George reveals that Jack has been pretending to go to work for weeks, causing Jack to attack him. George knocks Jack down and leaves, while Vivian later announces that she is divorcing him.

Tad Szulc — Che: Part One (2008)

Journalist and author appearing briefly, likely covering Che's UN visit.

Tom Phillips — Catch That Kid (2004)

Tom is Molly's husband and Maddy's father. A former climbing enthusiast, he once fell more than 100 feet, and latent injuries from that accident eventually leave him paralyzed from the neck down. His need for a costly experimental operation motivates Maddy's decision to rob the bank.

Rex's Dad (Calvin Simpson) — Space Cadet (2024)

Rex's father, whom she cared for after leaving Georgia Tech following her mother's death.

Kenneth Waggener — Fandango (1985)

Kenneth Waggener is a Groover who is engaged when his student deferment expires and he faces the Vietnam draft. He initially calls off his engagement, argues with Phil during the trip, and later reconsiders. Gardner helps reunite him with his girlfriend and arranges their improvised wedding.

David Stillman — Obsessed (2002)

A renowned surgeon who categorically denies having an affair with Ellena or considering leaving his wife, making him the focal point of the harassment claims.

Career Overview

Sam Robards has 59 screen credits in a career dating back to 1982. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Che Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include A.I. Artificial Intelligence, American Beauty, Awake. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
59
Birth Date
1961-12-16 00:00:00
Birth Place
New York City, New York, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1364747), public domain (CC0).