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)
Cars (2006)
as Van (voice)
A Bug's Life (1998)
as Molt (voice)
Argo (2012)
as Max Klein
Stargate (1994)
as Gary Meyers
Wolfs (2024)
as Kid's Dad
Garfield (2004)
as Dad Rat (voice)
Big Stan (2007)
as Mal
The Wild (2006)
as Larry (voice)
Tom and Jerry: The Movie (1992)
as Tom (voice)
Extinct (2021)
as Wally (voice)
Bombshell (2019)
as Rudy Giuliani
Beau Is Afraid (2023)
as Dr. Cohen
The Out-Laws (2023)
as Neil Browning
Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass (2026)
as Taxi Driver Stuart Fernie
Suburbicon (2017)
as John Sears
Bewitched (2005)
as Abner Kravitz
tick, tick... BOOM! (2021)
as Walter Bloom
Hereafter (2010)
as Christos
A Serious Man (2009)
as Uncle Arthur
Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002)
as Casting Executive Man
The Station Agent (2003)
as Louis Tiboni
Everyone's Hero (2006)
as Hobo Andy / Maitre D' (voice)
The Producers (2005)
as Jury Foreman
The Search for Santa Paws (2010)
as Eddy the Elf Dog (voice)
Run & Gun (2022)
as Grayson
Monsters of California (2023)
as Dr. Eric Walker
Rifkin's Festival (2020)
as Mort's Father
Sharknado 2: The Second One (2014)
as Harland "The Blaster" McGuinness
Vice Versa (1988)
as Floyd
Mr. Monk's Last Case: A Monk Movie (2023)
as Funeral Director #1 / #2
For Your Consideration (2006)
as Marketing Person
Nothing in Common (1986)
as Ad Exec in Bar (uncredited)
The Stand In (2020)
as Wes
The Angriest Man in Brooklyn (2014)
as Bix
The Visitor (2008)
as Jacob
Santa Buddies (2009)
as Eddy the Elf Dog (voice)
Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups (2012)
as Eddy the Elf Dog (voice)
Yellowbird (2014)
as Michka (voice)
Elvis Has Left the Building (2004)
as Burning Elvis
Dr. Dolittle: Tail to the Chief (2008)
as Groundhog (voice)
Misery Loves Comedy (2015)
as Self
The Grand (2007)
as Andy Andrews
All We Had (2016)
as Marty
The Jungle Book: Mowgli's Story (1998)
as Chimp 1 (voice)
Obvious Child (2014)
as Jacob
Shooting Lily (1996)
as Florist
Ingenious (2009)
as Newkin
Ghoulies III: Ghoulies Go to College (1990)
as Cat Ghoulie (voice)
John Mulaney & The Sack Lunch Bunch (2019)
as Richard Kind
The Last Laugh (2019)
as Jimbo
Our Friend, Martin (1999)
as Mr. Willis (voice)
Queens Logic (1991)
as Actor
The Magnificent Meyersons (2023)
as Morty Meyerson
Albion: The Enchanted Stallion (2016)
as Brian
Mind Candy (2015)
as Bing Bong (voice)
Tom Sawyer (2000)
as Mr. Dobbins (voice)
Ride (2014)
as Boss
Claddagh (—)
as Funeral Director
Spymate (2006)
as Dr. Robert Farley
Off Broadway (2021)
as Daryl Lependorf
Sands of Oblivion (2007)
as Ira
The Bellmen (2020)
as Sid
The Big Empty (2005)
as Talk Show Host
Nobody Knows Anything! (2004)
as Real Estate Agent
The Neighbor (2007)
as Wilder
Clifford (1994)
as Julien Daniels
Divorce Invitation (2012)
as George Mason
Jacqueline Argentine (2016)
as Private Investigator
Gilbert (2017)
as Self
Hershey (2026)
as Joseph Royer
Mr. Saturday Night (1992)
as Reporter
Dealin' with Idiots (2013)
Actor
Jimmy Hollywood (1994)
as Angry Driver
Heidi 4 Paws (2008)
as Grandfather (voice)
I Want Someone to Eat Cheese With (2006)
as Herb Hope
Drew Friedman: Vermeer of the Borscht Belt (2024)
as Self
Andover (2018)
as Harold
The Understudy (2012)
as Ian
Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True (2026)
Actor
MIRRORLIAR FILMS Season7 (2025)
Actor
Chu and Blossom (2014)
as Fred
All-American Murder (1991)
as Lou Alonzo
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom (2009)
as Greedy King (voice)
Sink Or Swim (1997)
as Benny
Cold Around the Heart (1997)
as Attorney Nabbish
18½ (2022)
as Jack
All-Stars (2014)
as Richard Kline
The Lennon Report (2016)
as Dr. Stephan G. Lynn
The End Is at Hand (2025)
as Frank (voice)
Bernard and Huey (2018)
as Marty
Detours (2016)
as Sam Jacobson
The Santa Claus Brothers (2002)
as Roy (voice)
Portal to Hell (2025)
as Chip
The Social Ones (2019)
as The Architect
Bagboy (2007)
as Dave Weiner
Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom (—)
as Greedy King (voice)
Fired! (2007)
as Self
The Paper Store (2016)
as Prof. Marty Kane
Transparent: Musicale Finale (2019)
as Howard
Auggie (2021)
as Felix
Thin Skinned (2023)
as The Mortician
110 Lombard (1988)
as Lil' Jimmy
Two Fathers' Justice (1985)
as D.A. Turpin
Hermie & Friends: Milo the Mantis Who Wouldn't Pray (2007)
as Milo
His Date (—)
as Thomas
Proof of Concept (2023)
Actor
Raising Flagg (2006)
as Bill Reed
Waiting for Woody Allen (1998)
as Doorman
Dog Gone Love (2004)
as Doug
Secret of the Sundrop (2018)
as Monty
Night Session (2024)
as Homeowner
Dark Minions (2013)
as Feldenbaum (voice)
Hidden Exposure (2023)
as Randall Abbott
Quest of the Delta Knights (1993)
as Wamthool
The New Homeowner's Guide to Happiness (1987)
as Dr. Schlazil
One Night Stand (2013)
Actor
Fancypants (2011)
as Mr. Camp
Black Swell (2016)
as Mr. Fennimore
The Independents (2021)
as Granny
The Auction (2027)
as Wendall Woods
Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade (1998)
as Self
Cupid for Christmas (2021)
as Cupid
Not Dead Yet (—)
as Elliot Kelman
Disney's California Adventure Grand Opening Special (2001)
Actor
Shrink Rap (2003)
as Herb
Quicksand (2002)
as Kensington
Help Me, Help You (2009)
as Fish
What Cheer? (2014)
as Stan
Tankhouse (2022)
as Morten
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (2006)
as Senator Wingwoah
Madness of Method (1994)
as Owen Goodwin