Richard Kind
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Richard Bruce Kind (born November 22, 1956) is an American actor (stage, screen, and voice) and comedian. He is best known for his roles as Captain Stan Yenko on CBS's East New York (2022-23), Dr. Mark Devanow on Mad About You (1992–1999, 2019), and Paul Lassiter on Spin City (1996–2002). He's also well known for his other roles as Peter in The History of the World Part II (2023), Mitch on Netflix's The Watcher, Formica Michael Mikowitz on The Goldbergs, Walter Bloom in tick, tick... Boom! (2021), Cousin Andy on Curb Your Enthusiasm (2002–2021), Rudy Giuliani in Bombshell (2019), John Sears in Suburbicon (2017), Gus Barton on IFC's Brockmire, Marty in All We Had (2016), Mayor Aubrey James on FOX's Gotham, Sam Meyers on the Amazon Prime series Red Oaks, Max Klein in Argo (2012), Joey Rathburn on HBO's Luck starring Dustin Hoffman, Uncle Arthur Gopnik in the Coen Brothers film A Serious Man (2009), Abner Kravitz in the film Bewitched (2005), Louis Tiboni in The Station Agent (2003), He began his acting career in Chicago, where he performed in numerous stage productions. He made his Broadway debut in 1984 in the play "The Pirates of Penzance." He has starred in the smash hit Broadway musical The Producers, The Tale of the Allergist's Wife, Candide, and Bounce, among others. He is a Drama Desk Award winner and Tony nominee for the Broadway hit The Big Knife. He has appeared in over 50 films, including Clifford (1994), Stargate (1994), For Your Consideration (2006), Hereafter (2010), and Beau Is Afraid (2023). In addition to his acting career, he is also a vocal advocate for social justice causes. He is a member of the board of directors of the Creative Coalition, an organization that advocates for the arts in public policy. He is also a supporter of the Human Rights Campaign and the Anti-Defamation League. He is also an alumnus of The Second City in Chicago.
Known for
Credits
Toy Story 3 (2010)
as Bookworm (voice)
Inside Out (2015)
as Bing Bong (voice)
Cars 2 (2011)
as Van (voice)
A Bug's Life (1998)
as Molt (voice)
Cars (2006)
as Van (voice)
Argo (2012)
as Max Klein
Stargate (1994)
as Gary Meyers
Big Stan (2007)
as Mal
Garfield (2004)
as Dad Rat (voice)
Wolfs (2024)
as Kid's Dad
Beau Is Afraid (2023)
as Dr. Cohen
Extinct (2021)
as Wally (voice)
Tom and Jerry: The Movie (1993)
as Tom (voice)
The Wild (2006)
as Larry (voice)
Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass (2026)
as Cab Driver
Bewitched (2005)
as Abner Kravitz
The Out-Laws (2023)
as Neil Browning
tick, tick... BOOM! (2021)
as Walter Bloom
The Producers (2005)
as Jury Foreman
The Station Agent (2003)
as Louis Tiboni
Bombshell (2019)
as Rudy Giuliani
Everyone's Hero (2006)
as Hobo Andy / Maitre D' (voice)
Vice Versa (1988)
as Floyd
Hereafter (2010)
as Christos
A Serious Man (2009)
as Uncle Arthur
Suburbicon (2017)
as John Sears
Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002)
as Casting Executive Man
Mr. Monk's Last Case: A Monk Movie (2023)
as Funeral Director #1 / #2
Santa Buddies (2009)
as Eddy the Elf Dog (voice)
Sharknado 2: The Second One (2014)
as Harland "The Blaster" McGuinness
The Visitor (2008)
as Jacob
The Stand In (2020)
as Wes
Rifkin's Festival (2020)
as Mort's Father
The Grand (2007)
as Andy Andrews
MIRRORLIAR FILMS Season7 (2025)
Actor
The Search for Santa Paws (2010)
as Eddy the Elf Dog (voice)
Yellowbird (2014)
as Michka (voice)
For Your Consideration (2006)
as Marketing Person
Obvious Child (2014)
as Jacob
Tom Sawyer (2000)
as Mr. Dobbins (voice)
Ride (2014)
as Boss
Queens Logic (1991)
as Actor
Nothing in Common (1986)
as Ad Exec in Bar (uncredited)
Spymate (2006)
as Dr. Robert Farley
All We Had (2016)
as Marty
The Angriest Man in Brooklyn (2014)
as Bix
Run & Gun (2022)
as Grayson
The Jungle Book: Mowgli's Story (1998)
as Chimp 1 (voice)
Dr. Dolittle: Tail to the Chief (2008)
as Groundhog (voice)
Clifford (1994)
as Julien Daniels
Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups (2012)
as Eddy the Elf Dog (voice)
Misery Loves Comedy (2015)
as Self
All-Stars (2014)
as Richard Kline
Gilbert (2017)
as Self
Mr. Saturday Night (1992)
as Reporter
Jimmy Hollywood (1994)
as Angry Driver
The Last Laugh (2019)
as Jimbo
Our Friend, Martin (1999)
as Mr. Willis (voice)
The Ratings Game (1984)
as Steve
The Neighbor (2007)
as Wilder
Sands of Oblivion (2007)
as Ira
Hershey (2026)
as Joseph Royer
Elvis Has Left the Building (2004)
as Burning Elvis
Raising Flagg (2006)
as Bill Reed
Sink Or Swim (1997)
as Benny
Mind Candy (2015)
as Bing Bong (voice)
Heidi 4 Paws (2008)
as Grandfather (voice)
Divorce Invitation (2012)
as George Mason
Dealin' with Idiots (2013)
Actor
Albion: The Enchanted Stallion (2016)
as Brian
The Big Empty (2005)
as Talk Show Host
Fired! (2007)
as Self
Nobody Knows Anything! (2004)
as Real Estate Agent
Ghoulies III: Ghoulies Go to College (1990)
as Cat Ghoulie (voice)
Andover (2018)
as Harold
I Want Someone to Eat Cheese With (2006)
as Herb Hope
Ingenious (2009)
as Newkin
Chu and Blossom (2014)
as Fred
The Bellmen (2020)
as Sid
John Mulaney & The Sack Lunch Bunch (2019)
as Richard Kind
All-American Murder (1991)
as Lou Alonzo
110 Lombard (1988)
as Lil' Jimmy
The Auction (2027)
as Wendall Woods
Cold Around the Heart (1997)
as Attorney Nabbish
Dog Gone Love (2004)
as Doug
Off Broadway (2021)
as Daryl Lependorf
Portal to Hell (2025)
as Chip
The Understudy (2012)
as Ian
18½ (2022)
as Jack
The Lennon Report (2016)
as Dr. Stephan G. Lynn
Transparent: Musicale Finale (2019)
as Howard
Bagboy (2007)
as Dave Weiner
The Magnificent Meyersons (2023)
as Morty Meyerson
Dark Minions (2013)
as Feldenbaum (voice)
Auggie (2021)
as Felix
Tankhouse (2022)
as Morten
His Date (—)
as Thomas
Secret of the Sundrop (2018)
as Monty
The Santa Claus Brothers (2002)
as Roy (voice)
Monsters of California (2023)
as Dr. Eric Walker
Two Fathers' Justice (1985)
as D.A. Turpin
Fancypants (2011)
as Mr. Camp
Hidden Exposure (2023)
as Randall Abbott
Drew Friedman: Vermeer of the Borscht Belt (2024)
as Self
Disney's California Adventure Grand Opening Special (2001)
Actor
Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True (—)
Actor
The Paper Store (2016)
as Prof. Marty Kane
The New Homeowner's Guide to Happiness (1987)
as Dr. Schlazil
Waiting for Woody Allen (1998)
as Doorman
The Social Ones (2019)
as The Architect
Detours (2016)
as Sam Jacobson
Bernard and Huey (2018)
as Marty
Jacqueline Argentine (2016)
as Private Investigator
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (2006)
as Senator Wingwoah
Quest of the Delta Knights (1993)
as Wamthool
What Cheer? (2014)
as Stan
One Night Stand (2013)
Actor
Help Me, Help You (2009)
as Fish
Madness of Method (1994)
as Owen Goodwin
Night Session (2024)
as Homeowner
Quicksand (2002)
as Kensington
Shooting Lily (1996)
as Florist
Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade (1998)
as Self
Shrink Rap (2003)
as Herb
The Independents (2021)
as Granny
Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom (—)
as Greedy King (voice)
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom (2009)
as Greedy King (voice)
Cupid for Christmas (2021)
as Cupid
The End Is at Hand (2025)
as Frank (voice)
Not Dead Yet (—)
as Elliot Kelman
Proof of Concept (2023)
Actor
Hermie & Friends: Milo the Mantis Who Wouldn't Pray (2007)
as Milo
Thin Skinned (2023)
as The Mortician
Black Swell (2016)
as Mr. Fennimore