Robert Klein

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Characters played by Robert Klein

Phillip Warren — How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003)

Benjamin's boss at the advertising agency. He sets a 10-day wager for Benjamin to make a woman fall in love with him, promising him the lead on a prestigious diamond campaign if he succeeds.

Mayor — Sharknado 2: The Second One (2014)

City official coordinating emergency response to sharknados.

Roger Deal — Hooper (1978)

Roger is the egotistical director of the action film and Sonny's difficult professional superior. He changes the ending to include an earthquake, explosions, crashes, and a rocket-car jump, dismissing warnings about the danger and cost. After the stunt, his attempted apology fails to satisfy Sonny, who knocks him out with one punch.

The Butterfly — The Last Unicorn (1982)

A butterfly who tells the Unicorn that she is the last of her kind and explains that the Red Bull has driven nearly all the unicorns to the ends of the earth. This information prompts the Unicorn to begin her search.

Mayor of New York — Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No! (2015)

City official coordinating emergency response.

Jonathan Timpleman — Reign Over Me (2007)

Charlie's deceased wife's father and a recently retired man. He and his wife worry about Charlie's mental state and wish to help care for their granddaughters. He collaborates with Ginger to decide against Charlie's psychiatric commitment.

Barney — The Owl and the Pussycat (1970)

Felix's friend and co-worker whose apartment serves as a temporary refuge for Felix and Doris after they are both evicted. He and his girlfriend briefly interact with the couple before leaving due to the noise, playing a minor but functional role in the plot.

The CEO — Dirty Movie (2011)

Studio executive providing funding and creative pressure.

CEO — National Lampoon's Another Dirty Movie (2012)

Studio executive overseeing the low-budget film project.

Peter — Rivals (1972)

A wacky free spirit who runs a New York tour for locals. He persistently courts Christine, mistaking his obnoxiousness for charm, and eventually marries her, becoming Jamie's stepfather.

Melvin Lasher — The Pursuit of Happiness (1971)

William's friend who initially asks John Popper for money, and later assists William by purchasing a cheap car and arranging a taxi to a private airport for their escape.

'Big Irv' Klopper — Poison Ivy (1985)

The camp owner who runs Camp Pinewood alongside his wife, Margo.

Career Overview

Robert Klein has 121 screen credits in a career dating back to 1961. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Sharknado with 2 titles. Signature works include Two Weeks Notice, Table Settings, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days. 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
121
Birth Date
1942-02-08
Birth Place
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q725931), public domain (CC0).