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
Inside Out (2015)
as Bing Bong (voice)
Toy Story 3 (2010)
as Bookworm (voice)
Cars 2 (2011)
as Van (voice)
Cars (2006)
as Van (voice)
A Bug's Life (1998)
as Molt (voice)
Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002)
as Casting Executive Man
A Serious Man (2009)
as Uncle Arthur
Wolfs (2024)
as Kid's Dad
Stargate (1994)
as Gary Meyers
Garfield (2004)
as Dad Rat (voice)
Argo (2012)
as Max Klein
Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass (2026)
as Taxi Driver Stuart Fernie
Beau Is Afraid (2023)
as Dr. Cohen
Extinct (2021)
as Wally (voice)
Sharknado 2: The Second One (2014)
as Harland "The Blaster" McGuinness
Big Stan (2007)
as Mal
Bombshell (2019)
as Rudy Giuliani
Tom and Jerry: The Movie (1992)
as Tom (voice)
Vice Versa (1988)
as Floyd
Fresh Meat (2026)
as Richard Kind ("What's in Your Bag?")
Portal to Hell (2025)
as Chip
The Wild (2006)
as Larry (voice)
The Out-Laws (2023)
as Neil Browning
Everyone's Hero (2006)
as Hobo Andy / Maitre D' (voice)
Mr. Monk's Last Case: A Monk Movie (2023)
as Funeral Director #1 / #2
The Station Agent (2003)
as Louis Tiboni
Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups (2012)
as Eddy the Elf Dog (voice)
Suburbicon (2017)
as John Sears
Bewitched (2005)
as Abner Kravitz
Hereafter (2010)
as Christos
Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True (2026)
Actor
tick, tick... BOOM! (2021)
as Walter Bloom
Mind Candy (2015)
as Bing Bong (voice)
The Search for Santa Paws (2010)
as Eddy the Elf Dog (voice)
Yellowbird (2014)
as Michka (voice)
The Bellmen (2020)
as Sid
The Producers (2005)
as Jury Foreman
The Angriest Man in Brooklyn (2014)
as Bix
Ghoulies III: Ghoulies Go to College (1990)
as Cat Ghoulie (voice)
Shooting Lily (1996)
as Florist
For Your Consideration (2006)
as Marketing Person
Claddagh (2026)
as Funeral Director
Run & Gun (2022)
as Grayson
Misery Loves Comedy (2015)
as Self
Chu and Blossom (2014)
as Fred
Santa Buddies (2009)
as Eddy the Elf Dog (voice)
The Magnificent Meyersons (2023)
as Morty Meyerson
Detours (2016)
as Sam Jacobson
The Visitor (2008)
as Jacob
Our Friend, Martin (1999)
as Mr. Willis (voice)
The Stand In (2020)
as Wes
Rifkin's Festival (2020)
as Mort's Father
Nothing in Common (1986)
as Ad Exec in Bar (uncredited)
Off Broadway (2021)
as Daryl Lependorf
Dr. Dolittle: Tail to the Chief (2008)
as Groundhog (voice)
I Want Someone to Eat Cheese With (2006)
as Herb Hope
Elvis Has Left the Building (2004)
as Burning Elvis
Thin Skinned (2023)
as The Mortician
Jacqueline Argentine (2016)
as Private Investigator
The End Is at Hand (2025)
as Frank (voice)
The Jungle Book: Mowgli's Story (1998)
as Chimp 1 (voice)
Night Session (2024)
as Homeowner
Heidi 4 Paws (2008)
as Grandfather (voice)
Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade (1998)
as Self
Albion: The Enchanted Stallion (2016)
as Brian
All We Had (2016)
as Marty
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom (2009)
as Greedy King (voice)
Hershey (2026)
as Joseph Royer
MIRRORLIAR FILMS Season7 (2025)
Actor
Bernard and Huey (2018)
as Marty
Homebody (2026)
as Larry
Fancypants (2011)
as Mr. Camp
Clifford (1994)
as Julien Daniels
Ingenious (2009)
as Newkin
Ride (2014)
as Boss
The Grand (2007)
as Andy Andrews
The Big Empty (2005)
as Talk Show Host
Tom Sawyer (2000)
as Mr. Dobbins (voice)
Mr. Saturday Night (1992)
as Reporter
Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom (—)
as Greedy King (voice)
Jimmy Hollywood (1994)
as Angry Driver
Hermie & Friends: Milo the Mantis Who Wouldn't Pray (2007)
as Milo
Obvious Child (2014)
as Jacob
Queens Logic (1991)
as Actor
The Last Laugh (2019)
as Jimbo
Spymate (2006)
as Dr. Robert Farley
Proof of Concept (2023)
Actor
John Mulaney & The Sack Lunch Bunch (2019)
as Richard Kind
Gilbert (2017)
as Self
Cold Around the Heart (1997)
as Attorney Nabbish
Not Dead Yet (—)
as Elliot Kelman
The Paper Store (2016)
as Prof. Marty Kane
Sands of Oblivion (2007)
as Ira
Nobody Knows Anything! (2004)
as Real Estate Agent
The Lennon Report (2016)
as Dr. Stephan G. Lynn
Auggie (2021)
as Felix
Andover (2018)
as Harold
The Santa Claus Brothers (2002)
as Roy (voice)
Fired! (2007)
as Self
The Neighbor (2007)
as Wilder
Dog Gone Love (2004)
as Doug
All-American Murder (1991)
as Lou Alonzo
Divorce Invitation (2012)
as George Mason
Monsters of California (2023)
as Dr. Eric Walker
All-Stars (2014)
as Richard Kline
Bagboy (2007)
as Dave Weiner
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (2006)
as Senator Wingwoah
Sink Or Swim (1997)
as Benny
Tankhouse (2022)
as Morten
18½ (2022)
as Jack
Raising Flagg (2006)
as Bill Reed
Dealin' with Idiots (2013)
Actor
Transparent: Musicale Finale (2019)
as Howard
The Auction (2027)
as Wendall Woods
Drew Friedman: Vermeer of the Borscht Belt (2024)
as Self
Quest of the Delta Knights (1993)
as Wamthool
The New Homeowner's Guide to Happiness (1987)
as Dr. Schlazil
Hidden Exposure (2023)
as Randall Abbott
Black Swell (2016)
as Mr. Fennimore
Two Fathers' Justice (1985)
as D.A. Turpin
110 Lombard (1988)
as Lil' Jimmy
His Date (—)
as Thomas
Quicksand (2002)
as Kensington
What Cheer? (2014)
as Stan
Waiting for Woody Allen (1998)
as Doorman
The Understudy (2012)
as Ian
Dark Minions (2013)
as Feldenbaum (voice)
Help Me, Help You (2009)
as Fish
Disney's California Adventure Grand Opening Special (2001)
Actor
One Night Stand (2013)
Actor
The Social Ones (2019)
as The Architect
Cupid for Christmas (2021)
as Cupid
The Independents (2021)
as Granny
Shrink Rap (2003)
as Herb
Madness of Method (1994)
as Owen Goodwin