Rob Houwer

Robert Piet Houwer (13 December 1937 – 4 July 2025) was a Dutch film producer. He studied at the University of Television and Film Munich, Germany. In 1964 he directed the short film Anmeldung (Declaration) which was awarded a Silver Bear at the Berlin Filmfest. During the 1960s, Rob Houwer became one of the most prolific producers in Germany, with directors Volker Schlöndorff (A Degree of Murder, Man on Horseback), Peter Fleischmann (Hunting Scenes from Bavaria), Johannes Schaaf (Tattoo), Michael Verhoeven (Up the Establishment, o.k.) and Hans-Jürgen Syberberg (Romy: Anatomy of a Face).

Rob Houwer is known for work in production across film and television. New Release currently presents 26 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Die Erben von Papas Kino (1968), Neuer Deutscher Film Report (1967), Bavarian Film Awards (1979), Turkish Delight (1973), Soldier of Orange (1977), Degree of Murder (1967), The 4th Man (1983), Michael Kohlhaas - The Rebel (1969). The recorded credits span 1962 to 2006, including 24 movies and 2 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.