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