Dar Robinson
Biography: One of the modern US cinema's greatest stuntmen and stunt innovators, Dar Robinson only appeared in a relatively small number of films compared to other stuntmen (before losing his life in an off-set motorcycle accident); however, he set new benchmarks in stunt performances. Robinson broke 19 world records and set 21 "world's firsts." He also invented the decelerator, a dragline cable rather than an airbag for stunts that involved jumping from high places. Dar Robinson's stunts were always well planned, and he never broke a bone in his 13-year Hollywood career. On November 21, 1986, on the set of the film Million Dollar Mystery, after the completion of the main stunt, the emergency medical staff was dismissed from the set. While filming a routine high speed run by the camera with a fellow stuntman, Robinson rode his stunt motorcycle past the braking point of a turn and straight off a cliff, to his death.
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: March 26, 1947
Deathday: November 21, 1986
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Known For
Cyclone
1987-06-05
Cyclone
Overview: Rick has developed the ultimate motorcycle, the Cyclone. It is a $5 million bike equipped with rocket launchers and laser guns. Rick meets his fate and it is up to his girlfriend Teri to keep the Cyclone from falling into the wrong hands. Teri can trust no one but herself.
Genres: Action Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-06-05
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The Ultimate Stuntman: A Tribute to Dar Robinson
1987-01-01
The Ultimate Stuntman: A Tribute to Dar Robinson
Overview: A documentary on the life and career of legendary stuntman Dar Robinson, with clips of some of his more famous movie stunts and interviews with stars he's worked with.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-01-01
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To Live and Die in L.A.
1985-11-01
To Live and Die in L.A.
Overview: When his longtime partner on the force is killed, reckless U.S. Secret Service agent Richard Chance vows revenge, setting out to nab dangerous counterfeit artist Eric Masters.
Genres: Crime Thriller Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-11-01
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Police Academy
1984-03-22
Police Academy
Overview: New rules enforced by the Lady Mayoress mean that sex, weight, height and intelligence need no longer be a factor for joining the Police Force. This opens the floodgates for all and sundry to enter the Police Academy, much to the chagrin of the instructors. Not everyone is there through choice, though. Social misfit Mahoney has been forced to sign up as the only alternative to a jail sentence and it doesn't take long before he falls foul of the boorish Lieutenant Harris. But before long, Mahoney realises that he is enjoying being a police cadet and decides he wants to stay... while Harris decides he wants Mahoney out!
Genres: Comedy Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1984-03-22
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Vamp
1986-07-18
Vamp
Overview: Two fraternity pledges go to a sleazy bar in search of a stripper for their college friends, unaware it is occupied by vampires.
Genres: Comedy Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1986-07-18
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Airport '77
1977-03-11
Airport '77
Overview: Flight 23 has crashed in the Bermuda Triangle after a hijacking gone wrong. Now the surviving passengers must brave panic, slow leaks, oxygen depletion, and more while attempting a daring plan, all while 200 feet underwater.
Genres: Action Adventure Drama Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1977-03-11
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Stick
1985-04-26
Stick
Overview: After getting out of jail, car thief Ernest "Stick" Stickley witnesses the murder of his friend Rainy during a drug deal. To avoid getting killed by the same people, who work for mobster Chucky, Stick gets a job as a chauffeur for millionaire Barry Braham and lies low. As he gets used to his new routine, Stick woos Barry's financial consultant, Kyle McClaren, but must fight back when Chucky's men come after him.
Genres: Action Drama Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-04-26
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Doc Savage: The Man of Bronze
1975-06-01
Doc Savage: The Man of Bronze
Overview: In the Fabulous Thirties, Doc Savage and his five Amazing Adventurers are sucked into the mystery of Doc's father disappearing in the wilds of South America. The maniacal Captain Seas tries to thwart them at every turn as they travel to the country of Hidalgo to investigate Doc's father's death and uncover a vast horde of Incan gold.
Genres: Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1975-06-01
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The Devil at Your Heels
1981-03-13
The Devil at Your Heels
Overview: Devil at Your Heels, traces the trials of stuntman Ken Carter who attempts a death-defying aerial jump in a car. Not content with a normal jump, Ken Carter attempts a jump from Canada to the USA. This feature-length documentary shines a light on the intense preparation that led to Carter’s first attempt to jump a car across a mile-wide stretch of the St. Lawrence River – a 5-year period during which the dare-devil raised a million dollars, erected a 10-storey take-off ramp and built a rocket-powered car. Winner of the Canadian Screen Award for Best Feature Length Documentary at the 4th Genie Awards in 1983.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1981-03-13
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Charlie Sheen's Stunts Spectacular
1994-06-30
Charlie Sheen's Stunts Spectacular
Overview: The first behind the scenes look revealing the movie magic of the men and women of the stunt profession, Hollywood's unsung heroes. Charlie Sheen and Stuntman Hall of Famer BJ Davis host.
Genres: Family Action Adventure Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-06-30
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Kiss Me, Kill Me
1976-05-08
Kiss Me, Kill Me
Overview: A female investigator in the district attorney's office sets out to track down the person who murdered a young schoolteacher.
Genres: Thriller Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1976-05-08
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Nighthawks
1981-03-17
Nighthawks
Overview: When one of Europe's most lethal terrorists shows up in New York, an elite undercover cop is assigned to take him down by any means necessary.
Genres: Action Crime Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1981-03-17
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