Peter Weller Biography

Though he is best remembered for the humanity he brought to the title character of Robocop (1987), actor Peter Weller is a versatile actor who has played in a wide variety of films as both lead and supporting actor. Prior to coming to films, Weller had a distinguished theatrical career. Before that he studied with famed acting coach Uta Hagen. He made his screen debut as a determined lawman in Butch and Sundance: The Early Years (1979). He played romantic leads in his next two films before starring in W.D. Richter's 1984 cult favorite The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai. His role in this sci-fi satire eventually lead to Robocop, where he was chosen by the director for his "expressive lips." The film was quite successful, and Weller went on to play in a series of minor thrillers and one sequel to Robocop before playing an aspiring writer whacked out on drugs in David Cronenberg's disturbing noir fantasy Naked Lunch (1991). As bizarre as the film was, it gave Weller an opportunity to stretch and show his ability as a serious dramatic actor. Though the film was not a commercial success, he did garner much critical praise for his role. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi

• 1. Joseph Hendricksson: Where do you go when there's nowhere else to go?
  2. Jessica: ...home.
  From Screamers. Submitted by Georgia C (24 days ago)

• 1. The Old Man: Nice shootin' son what's your name?
  2. Alex J. Murphy/Robocop: ...Murphy.
  From RoboCop. Submitted by topher h (3 months ago)

• 1. Buckaroo Banzai: No matter where you go, there you are.
  From The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension. Submitted by Richard S (3 months ago)

• 1. Alex J. Murphy/Robocop: Madame you have suffered an emotional shock. I will notify a rape crisis center.
  From RoboCop. Submitted by Kos G (4 months ago)

• 1. Elizabeth 'Willie' Williams: Oh by the way, how did you know they'd get into the Vodka?
  2. Steven Beck: Hell it's what I would've done. [smiles]
  3. Elizabeth 'Willie' Williams: [laughs] You know maybe you're more one of us than you think. [smiles and jogs off]
  From Leviathan. Submitted by Nick S (4 months ago)

• 1. Sam French: Ok I'm sorry okay?
  2. Jake Wyer: You know that's my problem with you Frenchy... you do something really bozo and then you always say you're sorry!
  3. Sam French: Well I am sorry! How long are you going to hold a grudge?
  4. Jake Wyer: This is no grudge bubblehead!... It just happened, next week it'll be a grudge!
  From Fifty/Fifty (50-50). Submitted by Nick S (5 months ago)

• 1. Alex J. Murphy/Robocop: Your move, creep.
  From RoboCop. Submitted by Dylan C (8 months ago)

• 1. Sam: Your mother and I, we're gonna get that restaurant.
  From Firstborn. Submitted by David W (9 months ago)

• 1. Sam: I swear I'll hurt you mother god dammit!
  From Firstborn. Submitted by David W (9 months ago)

• 1. Sam: The pinball machine is mine Jake, but you can use it anytime you want.
  From Firstborn. Submitted by David W (9 months ago)

• 1. Alex J. Murphy/Robocop: Excuse me, I have to go. Somewhere there is a crime happening.
  From RoboCop. Submitted by Chris P (13 months ago)

• 1. Alex J. Murphy/Robocop: Dead or alive, you're coming with me!
  From RoboCop. Submitted by Chris P (13 months ago)