As of July 2026, John Rubinstein is best known for The Mentalist and Desperate Housewives. Find every show and movie John Rubinstein has starred in — and where to watch them — below.

John Rubinstein

Actor Born 1946 Los Angeles, California, USA 12 TV Shows 8 Movies

John Rubinstein (born December 8, 1946) is an American actor, composer and director.

Alongside acting, John Rubinstein is also known as a director, composer.

John Rubinstein's most notable role to date came in The Mentalist (2008), where he played Judge Manchester. He also appeared in 21 Grams (2003) as Gynecologist. Most recently appeared in Desperate Housewives (2004) as Principal Hobson.

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