Most Beloved Film Roles
A genius of improv and a master of humor, Robin Williams could make you cry and laugh—often in the same scene. These riddles will test your memory and your love for one of Hollywood's greatest talents.
He's Loud, Hilarious, And Wakes You Up With A Bang
This fast-talking firecracker shakes up the airwaves in a war-torn jungle. His voice becomes a lifeline for soldiers, even as commanders fume at his antics.
Touchstone, Good Morning, Vietnam (1987)
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Good Morning, Vietnam. Robin Williams plays an irreverent radio DJ during the Vietnam War. He was nominated for Best Actor, and the role became one of his most beloved because it blends sharp comedy with heartfelt moments.
Good Morning, Vietnam (1987), Touchstone Pictures
A Killer Doesn't Sleep, And Neither Does He
A detective haunted by his past is sent to a land of endless daylight. But the real darkness comes from the man he's hunting and the secrets he's hiding.
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Insomnia. In Christopher Nolan's chilling thriller, Williams plays against type as a cold, calculating murderer. He goes head-to-head with Al Pacino in a fog-drenched Alaskan town.
Do You Want To Play The Jungle Game?
A board game pulls no punches. One roll unleashes chaos, and the only way out is to keep playing, even if it means facing giant spiders and a lion in your living room.
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Jumanji. The 1995 movie became a cult classic, spawning sequels decades later. Alan Parrish, played by Robin Williams, is a man trapped inside a cursed jungle game. It's a fantasy adventure with suspense and wild visuals.
A Secret Club And A Lesson That Sticks For Life
This wasn't your average teacher. He tore pages from textbooks and asked his students to seize the day.
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Dead Poets Society. In this emotional drama, Williams plays an English teacher who inspires prep school students to think for themselves. It's one of his most moving performances, and this film received four Academy Awards nominations.
Touchstone, Dead Poets Society (1989)
Leading A Revolution With Nothing But Metal?
He's scrappy and determined to change his world, even if he's built from spare parts. In a city of gears and greed, he finds an unlikely crew and a big mission.
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Robots. Williams voices Fender, a hyperactive, wisecracking robot in this 2005 animated adventure. His fast-talking delivery gives the film its comedic engine.
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It's Time To Make A Wish
He's blue and unpredictable. In this role, he bends the rules of magic and comedy with every line he delivers—though technically, he can't bring anyone back from the dead.
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Aladdin. Williams voices the Genie in Disney's animated classic. His performance redefined animated characters as he injected wild humor and rapid-fire improvisation. He won a Special Golden Globe Award for Vocal Work.
He Was On A Mission To Be Close To His Kids
After a messy divorce, he disguises himself to land the only role that matters—being near his children. A sassy accent and a cake-covered face don't stop him.
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Mrs Doubtfire. This heartwarming comedy showcases Williams as a desperate dad turned eccentric British nanny. The role is packed with laughs and unforgettable one-liners, and he earned him a Golden Globe for Best Actor.
Twentieth Century, Mrs. Doubtfire (1993),
What Do You Do When The Camera Doesn't Blink?
He's quiet. Too quiet. He works in a store filled with memories, but behind his smile is something broken—and something watching.
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One Hour Photo. Williams is a lonely photo technician who becomes obsessed with a family through their snapshots. His haunting performance veers far from comedy into psychological horror.
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When Laughter Becomes The Medicine
He refuses to treat patients with cold detachment. Instead, he tickles their funny bones—literally—and believes healing begins with joy, not just prescriptions.
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Patch Adams. Based on a true story, Robin Williams is a medical student who challenges the system using humor. It's a mix of heart and rebellion in clown shoes.
His Trip Is Calling
He's forgotten how to fly or think happy thoughts. But when his kids are kidnapped, he's forced to remember who he once was—tights and all.
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Hook. In this Steven Spielberg fantasy adventure, Williams plays an adult Peter Pan. With help from Tinker Bell and the Lost Boys, he faces off against Dustin Hoffman's Captain Hook.
That's A Lot Of Glitter
He runs a drag club. However, his son is marrying into a conservative family. So naturally, he has to pretend to be someone else entirely—with unpredictable, hilarious results.
United Artists, The Birdcage (1966)
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The Birdcage. In this adaptation of an Italian-French movie, Williams plays the grounded half of a flamboyant couple trying to appear "normal". This sharp comedy is a satire on family and identity.
THE BIRDCAGE (1996) | Best of Armand & Albert | MGM by Amazon MGM Studios
Can A Frozen Man Help Wake The Past?
He doesn't speak much, but his presence changes everything. A doctor believes there's more behind those still eyes and a miracle might just prove him right.
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Awakenings. Based on Dr Oliver Sacks' 1973 memoir, Robin Williams stars as a neurologist who revives catatonic patients using an experimental drug. The film also features Robert De Niro and was nominated for three Oscars.
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What If The Afterlife Was Painted With Memories?
His world literally looks like a painting. But beauty turns bleak when he learns that heaven and hell aren't so far apart—and love may be the only bridge between them.
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What Dreams May Come. Williams journeys through surreal visions of the afterlife to find his wife's soul. Based on Richard Matheson's 1978 novel, the film is visually stunning and emotionally intense.
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A Life You're Not Supposed To See
He edits memories—literally. At funerals, his job is to craft a sanitized version of people's lives. But one client's past refuses to stay buried.
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The Final Cut. Williams plays a "cutter" who edits people's recorded memories after they pass away. The film is a dystopian thriller exploring privacy and redemption, and his portrayal of Alan Hakman earned him praise.
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How Far Would You Go To Keep A Secret In The Dark?
A radio host receives a call from someone claiming to know him too well. What begins as a story turns into a chilling descent into obsession and doubt.
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The Night Listener. Inspired by Armistead Maupin's novel of the same name, Williams stars in this movie as a storyteller who investigates the truth behind a disturbing memoir. This 2006 psychological drama blurs reality and fiction.
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The Pink Rhino And A Very Twisted Kids' Show
A wholesome mascot is framed and almost erased by someone much darker than the fuzzy costume suggests. This isn't Saturday morning TV anymore.
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Death To Smoochy. Despite mixed reviews, this Danny DeVito film became a cult dark comedy. Williams plays a disgraced children's show host bent on revenge. The film is twisted and far more disturbing than it looks.
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What Happens When You Give A Robot A Heart?
He was built to serve, but he craved something more that he couldn't define. Over the years, he evolves into something not even his creators saw coming.
Bicentennial Man (1999), Columbia Pictures
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Bicentennial Man. In this emotional sci-fi movie, Williams plays a robot on a 200-year journey toward humanity. The 1999 film explores morality and what it means to be alive.
Touchstone, Bicentennial Man (1999)
His Music Brings A Dream Of Freedom
He defects, but not with guns—just courage and a desire for jazz. In a grocery store, he begins a new life in the strangest of places.
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Moscow on the Hudson. Williams plays a Soviet circus musician, Vladimir Ivanoff, who leaves for the US during the Cold War. It's a moving, underrated story about starting over in an unfamiliar world.
What If A Man Couldn't Stop Growing?
Would you treat him like a child or an adult if he looked 40 but was only 10 inside? His body races ahead, but his heart and mind are still in elementary school.
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Jack. Williams plays a boy with a rare disorder causing rapid aging. Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, this bittersweet film blends comedy with the fragility of childhood.
The Voice Behind The Curtain Isn't Always What It Seems
He tells a troubled prodigy what to play, but his own motives hit a sour note. With a cane and a mission, he orchestrates manipulation under the guise of mentorship.
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August Rush. Williams plays "Wizard," a Fagin-like character who exploits a gifted young musician. His intense, shadowy presence drives the film's darker subplot.
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What If Your Whole Life Could Be Stolen With A Smile?
You open your door. He smiles, sells you something, and then slips into your world—stealing more than your money. Can charm become a weapon?
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Cadillac Man. Williams plays a desperate car salesman juggling debts and a hostage situation in this 1990 dark comedy. The film leans into chaos and midlife crisis energy as we follow the problems Joey O'Brien deals with.
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A Robot With A Funny Soul
He's barely taller than a trash can, but he's got jokes, heart, and rhythm. As the world freezes, he's the spark that keeps the penguin dance going.
Warner Bros., Happy Feet (2006)
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Happy Feet. Robin Williams voices multiple characters, including Ramon and Lovelace, in this animated musical. His vocal energy brings humor and depth to this icy world of tap-dancing penguins.
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