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Robin Atkin Downes

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  • Robin Atkin Downes was born in London. He later earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from Temple University in Philadelphia. This academic background provided the foundation for his transition into professional acting. The move from England to the United States marked a significant shift in his career trajectory. His training at Temple University prepared him for the diverse roles he would eventually take on.

  • Downes voiced Ack in How to Train Your Dragon. He also played David in the English dub of Steamboy. Manchester Black appeared in Superman vs. The Elite. These animated films showcase his range across different genres. Television animation offered further opportunities. He portrayed The Master on The Strain. Various characters appeared on Regular Show and Star Wars: The Clone Wars. ThunderCats featured Mumm-Ra among other roles. His voice work spans decades of animated storytelling.

  • The Prophet of Regret appears in Halo 2. Travis Touchdown stars in No More Heroes. Brynjolf is found within Skyrim. Robert plays a key role in The Last of Us. Captain Conrad Roth leads Tomb Raider campaigns. Cyclops and Pyro appear in X-Men Legends. Ballistic joins Apex Legends as a playable character. Spider emerges in Destiny 2: Forsaken. These video game roles demonstrate his prolific contributions to major franchises. Motion capture work often accompanies these vocal performances.

  • Machida appears in Buffy the Vampire Slayer episode Reptile Boy. Byron and Morann feature in Babylon 5 for nine episodes. Pockla shows up in Angel during Dead End. Richard appears in Beverly Hills, 90210. Bruce Jenkel is seen in Nash Bridges. Danny Walters features in CSI: Miami. Skyler appears in Titans during Someone Wicked This Way Comes. These live-action roles expand his portfolio beyond voice acting. He has appeared in numerous television series and films.

  • A personal YouTube channel hosts behind-the-scenes footage from Downes's career. He uploads industry insights directly to this platform. The channel preserves moments from years of work. This digital presence allows fans to see the process behind the performances. It serves as an archive of his professional journey.

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Common questions

Where was Robin Atkin Downes born?

Robin Atkin Downes was born in London. He later earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from Temple University in Philadelphia.

What roles did Robin Atkin Downes voice in animated series and films?

Robin Atkin Downes voiced Ack in How to Train Your Dragon, The Master on The Strain, Mumm-Ra in ThunderCats, and Cyclops and Pyro in X-Men Legends. He also provided voices for characters in Regular Show and Star Wars: The Clone Wars.

Which video game franchises feature performances by Robin Atkin Downes?

Robin Atkin Downes appears as The Prophet of Regret in Halo 2, Travis Touchdown in No More Heroes, Brynjolf in Skyrim, Robert in The Last of Us, Captain Conrad Roth in Tomb Raider, Ballistic in Apex Legends, and Spider in Destiny 2: Forsaken. His work often includes motion capture alongside vocal performances.

In which live-action television shows has Robin Atkin Downes appeared?

Robin Atkin Downes played Machida in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Byron and Morann in Babylon 5, Pockla in Angel, Richard in Beverly Hills, 90210, Bruce Jenkel in Nash Bridges, Danny Walters in CSI: Miami, and Skyler in Titans. These roles expand his portfolio beyond voice acting.

What content does Robin Atkin Downes share on his personal YouTube channel?

A personal YouTube channel hosts behind-the-scenes footage from Robin Atkin Downes's career where he uploads industry insights directly to this platform. This digital presence allows fans to see the process behind the performances and serves as an archive of his professional journey.

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  4. 4webCham Syndulla Voice
  5. 5webHere's Who Helped Bring Doomsday To Life For Batman V Superman: Dawn Of JusticeAdam Holmes — 27 February 2016
  6. 6webBatman V Superman: Robin Atkin Downes Confirms Doomsday PerformanceRudie Obias — 26 February 2016
  7. 7tweetVery proud to release that I helped bring #Doomsday to life in the upcoming @BatmanvSuperman #Dreamgigs26 February 2016
  8. 8tweetToday's Premiere of #HowToTrainYourDragon3 with my beautiful wife and daughter ⁦⁦@MichaelAnn123 and Natasha Downes...So proud to be a part of this #Amazing @DWAnimation Film... Bring tissues...#Ack #GreatGigs #viviennewestwood #Dragons9 February 2019
  9. 9webFrozen II Press KitDisney Enterprises, Inc. — 2019
  10. 10av mediaWatch Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out MysteryRian Johnson — Netflix — December 12, 2025
  11. 11webBehind the Scenes of Babylon Park: FrightspaceBabylon Park — June 2011
  12. 12webBabylon Park: Grudgematch – Voyager versus Crusade spoofBabylon Park
  13. 13webRobin Atkin Downes (visual voices guide)Behind The Voice Actors
  14. 14webAnimated 'Mortal Kombat' Movie Sets Cast With Joel McHale, Jennifer CarpenterAaron Couch — 17 January 2020
  15. 15web'Batman: The Long Halloween, Part Two' Trailer Reveals Release Date for R-Rated ConclusionCarly Lane — 19 May 2021
  16. 16webAnimated 'Mortal Kombat Legends' Sequel Arriving This Summer (Exclusive)Aaron Couch — 16 June 2021
  17. 17web'Justice League: Warworld' Cast Unveiled (Exclusive)27 April 2023
  18. 18webMortal Kombat Legends: Cage Match Exclusive: Full Voice Cast and Plot Revealed14 June 2023
  19. 19tweetAnd we thank you for your service! #UmbrellaAcademy2 #TheFrankelFootage #AJCarmichael1 August 2020
  20. 20tweetumbrellaacademy Interesting gig!1 August 2020
  21. 21webumbrellaacademy Interesting gig!1 August 2020
  22. 22webInstagram
  23. 23bookThe Encyclopedia of American Animated Television ShowsDavid Perlmutter — Rowman & Littlefield — 2018
  24. 24webClone Wars Cham SyndullaRobin Atkin Downes — 28 April 2010
  25. 25webMeet The Medic - Robin Atkin DownesRobin Atkin Downes — 23 June 2011
  26. 26episodeSeeing Double
  27. 27episodeThe Sting of Alfonzo Molestro
  28. 28episodeThe Tails of Mardrynia
  29. 29tweetIf someone were to tell me that one of the most exciting characters of my career to portray would be a stuffed hedgehog that wears lederhosen ...I wouldn't have believed them...Thank you #Disney @Pixar #MrPricklepants #ToyStory #Nowplayingon #DisneyPlus23 November 2019
  30. 30tweetGreat show! And @DanMilano is a super talented creator/director! Show your support people! Thanks for including me in the show! https://twitter.com/ItsNotSpuffy/status/123789753558422732915 March 2020
  31. 31webVal Kilmer, Peter Mayhew, Daniel Logan, and Richard Herd Added to Celebrity Guests for Gen Con So Cal!4 December 2003
  32. 32bookKOTOR Manual – Galactic DatabaseElectronic Arts
  33. 33webMastiff Announces A Monstrous CastMastiff, Inc. — 1 November 2006
  34. 34video gameOnimusha 3: Demon Siege27 April 2004
  35. 35webFull text of "Gungrave Overdose Manual & Manual"15 September 2004
  36. 36video gameThe Bard's TaleInXile Entertainment — 2004
  37. 37webRobin Atkin Downes – Actor at Warner Bros. Animation
  38. 38webFull text of ": Official XBOX Magazine – Issue 040 (2005-03)(Future Publishing)(GB)"March 2005
  39. 39bookLayout 1LucasArts
  40. 40webROBIN ATKIN DOWNES appears at the LOS ANGELES COMIC BOOK AND SCIENCE FICTION CONVENTION on SUNDAY, JUNE 5, 20164 May 2016
  41. 41webHome
  42. 42bookJade Empire ManualMicrosoft Game Studios
  43. 43webSagacious ZuRobin Atkin Downes — 15 January 2010
  44. 44webTHE MATRIX PATH OF NEO
  45. 45webKingdom of Paradise – Sony Computer Entertainment
  46. 46webThe Outfit
  47. 47webX-Men: The Official Game – Nintendo GameCube
  48. 48webGuild Wars Nightfall Manual by Eric - Issuu19 May 2009
  49. 49webGothic 3 Manual
  50. 50webRobin Atkin Downes – LAIRRobin Atkin Downes — 11 June 2009
  51. 51bookEnely Territory Manual – Macintosh GardenActivision
  52. 52webAnalysis: Getting Roguish In Syphon Filter: Logan's ShadowDaniel Johnson — 16 June 2009
  53. 53webRobin Atkin Downes – Motion Capture Reel 1Robin Atkin Downes — 16 December 2011
  54. 54video gameToo HumanMicrosoft Game Studios — 2008
  55. 55webS.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky Instruction Manual
  56. 56webDragon Age: Origins Manual
  57. 57webFinal Fantasy XIII (2010 Video Game)
  58. 58webSega reveals full english voice cast for Resonance of Fate16 March 2010
  59. 59webYour MGS Peace Walker English Voice Cast Is...Brian Ashcroft — 21 October 2010
  60. 60webImmersion into Tron: Evolution Video Game Grid to Be Guided by 'Tron: Legacy' Film Talent21 October 2010
  61. 61webBlur Unused Cutscenes25 May 2010
  62. 62webDragon Age II Manual
  63. 63webInterview With Actor Robin Atkin Downes (No More Heroes, Resistance 3) – ShogunGamer.com
  64. 64webInsomniac Games Posts Resistance 3 Comic-Con Panel HighlightsSammy Barket — 22 July 2011
  65. 65webRobin Atkin Downes – Joseph Capelli – R3Robin Atkin Downes — 19 August 2011
  66. 66bookCODMW3Activision
  67. 67webArmored Core V – PS3 Manual
  68. 68webGears of War: Judgment Credits
  69. 69webStan Lee joins LEGO Marvel Super Heroes Roster & New Screenshots Revealed23 July 2013
  70. 70tweet@YuriLowenthal @Diablo lookout Hell spawn for the can of whoopass26 March 2014
  71. 71webBound by Flame Review14 May 2014
  72. 72webBound by Flame Preview1 April 2014
  73. 73video gameWildStarNCSOFT
  74. 74tweet"@telltalegames: The Game of Thrones has taken its toll on House Forrester" #GameOfThrones #greatgigs #duncantuttle6 February 2015
  75. 75tweetAfter eight seasons, #GameofThrones has come to an end, but I'll always be incredibly grateful for the roles I played in Telltale's Game of Thrones series!21 May 2019
  76. 76video gameInfinite CrisisWarner Bros. Interactive Entertainment — 2015
  77. 77video gameBatman: Arkham KnightWarner Bros. Interactive Entertainment — 2015
  78. 78video gameDisney Infinity 3.02015
  79. 79video gameMad MaxWarner Bros. Interactive Entertainment — 2015
  80. 80video gameMetal Gear Solid V: The Phantom PainKonami — 2015
  81. 81video gameSkylanders: SuperChargersActivision — 2015
  82. 82video gameLego DimensionsWarner Bros. Interactive Entertainment — 2015
  83. 83video gameHalo 5: Guardians2015
  84. 84webActor Robin Atkin Downes Confirms Involvement With Uncharted 4Mark Labbe — PlayStation LifeStyle — 10 July 2015
  85. 85tweet@AllUNCHARTED I can now release that I will be in Uncharted 4....Like you... I can't wait to play it! See you soon!8 July 2015
  86. 86webRobin Atkin Downes Playing the Main Protagonist in Edge of NowhereAdnan Riaz — Hardcore Gamer — 11 November 2015
  87. 87magazineMiddle-earth: Shadow of War11 December 2017
  88. 88video gameConan ExilesFuncom — 2018
  89. 89webFulfill the Voice Actors of Destiny 2: Forsaken's Voice Cast9 February 2019
  90. 90webMagic: The Gathering Arena (Video Game 2018) – IMDb
  91. 91video gameLego DC Super-VillainsWarner Bros. Interactive Entertainment — 2018
  92. 92tweetIntroducing the all-star lineup of #TravisStrikesAgain #NoMoreHeroes' main voice cast!20 December 2018
  93. 93webRefined, precise…and ready to kick your arse.
  94. 94tweetThrilled that be a part of this project! Thank you Darragh O'Farrel! Great team, cast and always happy to be working on a #StarWars project! #StarWarsSquadrons #SeizeTheForce #Gralm2 October 2020
  95. 95webWerewolf Reborn Trailer (2000)20 October 1998
  96. 96bookThe Werewolf Reborn! VHS
  97. 97webI Know That Voice, A Documentary About the World of Voice Acting3 October 2013
  98. 98web@thisboyjules and Robin Atkin Downes moving to their first position. #theduelist #theworldofsteam15 November 2014
  99. 99webThe World of Steam by Matthew Yang King
  100. 100tweetRecognize The Krill on the left? I'm not sure I'm ready for my close up....#TheOrville7 March 2019
  101. 101tweetDid you catch me on #TheOrville last night? @SethMacFarlane has a valiant, loyal crew...who made me pee in a cup8 March 2019
  102. 102webTheOrville....Tonight... 9pm on #FoxInstagram — 7 March 2019
  103. 103webRobin Atkin Downes – Resume