Robert de Hoog
- Actor
- Producer
- Director
Robert is a multi award winning actor and is widely regarded as one of the most compelling and versatile actors of his generation in the Netherlands. His breakout role in Skin (2008), a raw and powerful performance that earned him a nomination for an International Emmy Award in 2009, marked the beginning of a remarkable career across film, television, and theatre.
In the years that followed, Robert established himself as a force on stage, working with internationally acclaimed director Ivo van Hove and delivering performances that were both emotionally charged and critically lauded. His work in theatre deepened his range and reaffirmed his reputation as an actor capable of navigating complex, layered characters with nuance and authenticity.
On television, Robert became a household name through his role in the groundbreaking hit series Mocro Maffia, where his intense and magnetic presence helped shape one of the most talked-about shows in Dutch TV history. His ability to portray vulnerability and menace in equal measure set him apart and won him wide acclaim.
In 2022, Robert took a major step forward in his creative journey with Sleepers, a gritty and gripping drama series that premiered on Videoland. As both lead actor and show runner, he brought to life the story of a corrupt police officer torn between loyalty to his family, his job, and the criminal underworld that demands he betray a crown witness. With Sleepers, Robert not only proved his talent in front of the camera but also behind it - shaping the narrative, tone, and moral tension of a series that resonated deeply with audiences and critics alike.
With an extraordinary ability to inhabit characters and a growing body of work that spans genres and platforms, Robert continues to redefine what it means to be a leading actor in the Netherlands.
In the years that followed, Robert established himself as a force on stage, working with internationally acclaimed director Ivo van Hove and delivering performances that were both emotionally charged and critically lauded. His work in theatre deepened his range and reaffirmed his reputation as an actor capable of navigating complex, layered characters with nuance and authenticity.
On television, Robert became a household name through his role in the groundbreaking hit series Mocro Maffia, where his intense and magnetic presence helped shape one of the most talked-about shows in Dutch TV history. His ability to portray vulnerability and menace in equal measure set him apart and won him wide acclaim.
In 2022, Robert took a major step forward in his creative journey with Sleepers, a gritty and gripping drama series that premiered on Videoland. As both lead actor and show runner, he brought to life the story of a corrupt police officer torn between loyalty to his family, his job, and the criminal underworld that demands he betray a crown witness. With Sleepers, Robert not only proved his talent in front of the camera but also behind it - shaping the narrative, tone, and moral tension of a series that resonated deeply with audiences and critics alike.
With an extraordinary ability to inhabit characters and a growing body of work that spans genres and platforms, Robert continues to redefine what it means to be a leading actor in the Netherlands.
