Robert Stephens

Sir Robert Stephens  (14 July 1931 – 12 November 1995) was a leading English actor in the early years of England's Royal National Theatre. He was one of the most respected actors of his generation and was at one time regarded as the natural successor to Laurence Olivier. While very acting on stage his whole life, he also participated in more than 100 theatrical films and TV series episodes. 

He was married to actress Maggie Smith between 1967 and 1974. They had two children together, who both have become actors: Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin. 

Following years of ill health, he died on 12 November 1995 at the age of 64 due to complications during surgery, eleven months after having been knighted. 

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Robert Stephens is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 33 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Nothing Like a Dame (2018), Wings of Fame (1990), The Year of the French (1982), Holocaust (1978), The Duellists (1977), The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes (1970), Romeo and Juliet (1968), ITV Playhouse (1967). The recorded credits span 1956 to 2018, including 11 movies and 22 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.