Bob Roberts

Bob Roberts is a 1992 American satirical mockumentary film written, directed by, and starring Tim Robbins. It depicts the rise of Robert "Bob" Roberts Jr., a right-wing politician who is a candidate for an upcoming United States Senate election. Roberts is well financed, due mainly to past business dealings, and is well known for his folk music, which presents conservative ideas with gusto.

Bob Roberts
Theatrical release poster
Directed byTim Robbins
Written byTim Robbins
Produced byForrest Murray
Starring
CinematographyJean Lépine
Edited byLisa Churgin
Music byDavid Robbins
Production
companies
  • Miramax Films
  • PolyGram Filmed Entertainment
  • Working Title Films
  • Live Entertainment
  • Bob Roberts Company
Distributed by
  • Paramount Pictures (North America)
  • PolyGram Filmed Entertainment (international)
Release date
  • September 4, 1992 (1992-09-04)
Running time
104 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
Budget$3.9 million
Box office$8 million

The film is Robbins' directorial debut and is based on a short segment of the same title and featuring the same character that Robbins portrayed on Saturday Night Live. It marked Jack Black's film debut.

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