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Bob Rafelson
Bob Rafelson is best known for The Monkees, Film '72, The Greatest Show on Earth and Picture Windows. Bob Rafelson was born on February 21, 1933. Bob Rafelson died on July 23, 2022 at the age of 89.
- Born
- February 21, 1933
- Place of birth
- New York City, New York, USA
- Died
- July 23, 2022 (89 years old)
Biography
Robert "Bob" Rafelson (February 21, 1933-July 23, 2022) was an American film director, writer and producer. He was most famous for directing and co-writing the film Five Easy Pieces, starring Jack Nicholson, as well as being one of the creators of the pop group and TV series, The Monkees (with Raybert/BBS Productions partner Bert Schneider).
Rafelson was born in New York City, the son of a hat manufacturer. His uncle was screenwriter and playwright Samson Raphaelson.
Rafelson and Nicholson have been collaborators for over thirty years. Nicholson and Rafelson wrote and produced and Rafelson directed Head, starring the Monkees, in 1968, followed by Five Easy Pieces. In subsequent years, Rafelson directed Nicholson in four more films, including The King of Marvin Gardens (1972), The Postman Always Rings Twice (1981), Man Trouble (1992), and Blood and Wine (1996).
Rafelson has adapted the works of legendary noir authors James M. Cain, Raymond Chandler, and Dashiell Hammett.
Rafelson was born in New York City, the son of a hat manufacturer. His uncle was screenwriter and playwright Samson Raphaelson.
Rafelson and Nicholson have been collaborators for over thirty years. Nicholson and Rafelson wrote and produced and Rafelson directed Head, starring the Monkees, in 1968, followed by Five Easy Pieces. In subsequent years, Rafelson directed Nicholson in four more films, including The King of Marvin Gardens (1972), The Postman Always Rings Twice (1981), Man Trouble (1992), and Blood and Wine (1996).
Rafelson has adapted the works of legendary noir authors James M. Cain, Raymond Chandler, and Dashiell Hammett.
Known for
Filmography
- 1995Picture WindowsDirector
- 1971Film '72Self
- 1966The MonkeesWorld's Oldest Flower Child (uncredited)
- 1963The Greatest Show on EarthProducer
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Bob Rafelson been in?
Bob Rafelson is best known for The Monkees, Film '72, The Greatest Show on Earth and Picture Windows.
When was Bob Rafelson born?
Bob Rafelson was born on February 21, 1933. (New York City, New York, USA)
How old is Bob Rafelson?
Bob Rafelson died on July 23, 2022 at the age of 89.
Updated: October 29, 2026 ·