Bob Hoskins was an English actor, born on October 26, 1942, in Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, England. He gained widespread recognition for his versatile performances in a variety of film genres. One of his most notable roles was in the groundbreaking 1988 film "Who Framed Roger Rabbit," where he portrayed private detective Eddie Valiant, seamlessly blending live-action and animation. Hoskins also appeared in the 1993 film "Super Mario Bros.," taking on the role of Mario, and starred in Steven Spielberg's 1991 adventure film "Hook," in which he played the character Smee. His contributions to cinema were widely appreciated until his passing on April 29, 2014. Hoskins left behind a legacy marked by his memorable performances and significant impact on the film industry.
Personal Info
Profession
Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
October 26, 1942
Died
April 29, 2014
(at 71 years old)
Place of Birth
Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, England, UK
Popularity
1.9
Available Movies
13 released
Bob Hoskins
Actor
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Awards & Nominations
Major awards verified (Oscars)
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Wins
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Nominations
Oscars
1 nom.
Complete Award Details 2 Major
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Nominations
European Film Awards
1
2 nom.
Other
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BAFTA
1
0 nom.
Oscar
1 nom.
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Academy Award for Best Actor Mona Lisa | |
| - | BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role | |
| 2002 | Donostia Award | |
| 2001 | European Film Award for Best Actor Last Orders | |
| 1997 | European Film Award for Best Actor Twenty Four Seven |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| - | BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role |
| 2002 | Donostia Award |
| 1997 | European Film Award for Best Actor Twenty Four Seven |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1987 | Academy Award for Best Actor Mona Lisa |
| 2001 | European Film Award for Best Actor Last Orders |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Oscars | Best Actor | Mona Lisa |
Award details source: Wikidata
About Bob Hoskins
Bob Hoskins was born on 26 October 1942 in Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, England, UK. Bob Hoskins passed away on 29 April 2014 at the age of 71. Nominated for an Academy Award. We have 13 films with Bob Hoskins available. Among Bob Hoskins's most popular films: Hook, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Brazil, A Christmas Carol, Enemy at the Gates.
Fun Facts About Bob Hoskins
Trivia #1
Bob Hoskins received a BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role for his performance in 'The Long Good Friday' (1980).
Trivia #2
He portrayed Eddie Valiant in the 1988 film 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit,' which won four Academy Awards.
Trivia #3
Hoskins played Mario in the 1993 film 'Super Mario Bros.,' which was one of the first live-action adaptations of a video game.
Trivia #4
He starred as Smee in Steven Spielberg's 'Hook' (1991), which featured Robin Williams and Dustin Hoffman.
Trivia #5
Bob Hoskins lent his voice to the character of Boris in the animated film 'Balto' (1995).
Best Known Films of Bob Hoskins
Career Statistics - Bob Hoskins
13
Total Credits
31
Years Active
1982 - 2012
7.1
Avg. Movie Rating
1.9
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
13 films
Top Genres
Drama (8)
Fantasy (4)
Crime (3)
Comedy (3)
Animation (3)
Frequent Co-Stars of Bob Hoskins
Best Movies with Bob Hoskins
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Bob Hoskins has 13 films released between 1982 and 2012.
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