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
Garfield (2004)
as Dad Rat (voice)
Big Stan (2007)
as Mal
Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass (2026)
as Taxi Driver Stuart Fernie
Wolfs (2024)
as Kid's Dad
Beau Is Afraid (2023)
as Dr. Cohen
Bewitched (2005)
as Abner Kravitz
Tom and Jerry: The Movie (1992)
as Tom (voice)
Extinct (2021)
as Wally (voice)
Bombshell (2019)
as Rudy Giuliani
tick, tick... BOOM! (2021)
as Walter Bloom
The Wild (2006)
as Larry (voice)
The Station Agent (2003)
as Louis Tiboni
Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002)
as Casting Executive Man
Suburbicon (2017)
as John Sears
Hereafter (2010)
as Christos
The Out-Laws (2023)
as Neil Browning
Everyone's Hero (2006)
as Hobo Andy / Maitre D' (voice)
A Serious Man (2009)
as Uncle Arthur
Shooting Lily (1996)
as Florist
Sharknado 2: The Second One (2014)
as Harland "The Blaster" McGuinness
Vice Versa (1988)
as Floyd
The Producers (2005)
as Jury Foreman
Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups (2012)
as Eddy the Elf Dog (voice)
The Search for Santa Paws (2010)
as Eddy the Elf Dog (voice)
Santa Buddies (2009)
as Eddy the Elf Dog (voice)
For Your Consideration (2006)
as Marketing Person
Mr. Monk's Last Case: A Monk Movie (2023)
as Funeral Director #1 / #2
The Jungle Book: Mowgli's Story (1998)
as Chimp 1 (voice)
Dr. Dolittle: Tail to the Chief (2008)
as Groundhog (voice)
Jacqueline Argentine (2016)
as Private Investigator
Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True (—)
Actor
Cold Around the Heart (1997)
as Attorney Nabbish
Rifkin's Festival (2020)
as Mort's Father
Our Friend, Martin (1999)
as Mr. Willis (voice)
Nothing in Common (1986)
as Ad Exec in Bar (uncredited)
The Visitor (2008)
as Jacob
Ghoulies III: Ghoulies Go to College (1990)
as Cat Ghoulie (voice)
Spymate (2006)
as Dr. Robert Farley
Misery Loves Comedy (2015)
as Self
Nobody Knows Anything! (2004)
as Real Estate Agent
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom (2009)
as Greedy King (voice)
Thin Skinned (2023)
as The Mortician
Mr. Saturday Night (1992)
as Reporter
Detours (2016)
as Sam Jacobson
Sands of Oblivion (2007)
as Ira
The Angriest Man in Brooklyn (2014)
as Bix
Mind Candy (2015)
as Bing Bong (voice)
The Santa Claus Brothers (2002)
as Roy (voice)
Divorce Invitation (2012)
as George Mason
All-American Murder (1991)
as Lou Alonzo
Clifford (1994)
as Julien Daniels
Elvis Has Left the Building (2004)
as Burning Elvis
Secret of the Sundrop (2018)
as Monty
The Grand (2007)
as Andy Andrews
The Stand In (2020)
as Wes
Obvious Child (2014)
as Jacob
Bernard and Huey (2018)
as Marty
Gilbert (2017)
as Self
Ingenious (2009)
as Newkin
I Want Someone to Eat Cheese With (2006)
as Herb Hope
Heidi 4 Paws (2008)
as Grandfather (voice)
The Bellmen (2020)
as Sid
Jimmy Hollywood (1994)
as Angry Driver
John Mulaney & The Sack Lunch Bunch (2019)
as Richard Kind
Hershey (2026)
as Joseph Royer
Yellowbird (2014)
as Michka (voice)
The Ratings Game (1984)
as Steve
Fancypants (2011)
as Mr. Camp
The Big Empty (2005)
as Talk Show Host
The Last Laugh (2019)
as Jimbo
Chu and Blossom (2014)
as Fred
Ride (2014)
as Boss
Night Session (2024)
as Homeowner
Tom Sawyer (2000)
as Mr. Dobbins (voice)
Albion: The Enchanted Stallion (2016)
as Brian
The Magnificent Meyersons (2023)
as Morty Meyerson
Portal to Hell (2025)
as Chip
Dealin' with Idiots (2013)
Actor
Hermie & Friends: Milo the Mantis Who Wouldn't Pray (2007)
as Milo
Quest of the Delta Knights (1993)
as Wamthool
The Neighbor (2007)
as Wilder
Run & Gun (2022)
as Grayson
Sink Or Swim (1997)
as Benny
Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade (1998)
as Self
Queens Logic (1991)
as Actor
Fired! (2007)
as Self
Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom (—)
as Greedy King (voice)
Not Dead Yet (—)
as Elliot Kelman
Waiting for Woody Allen (1998)
as Doorman
All We Had (2016)
as Marty
18½ (2022)
as Jack
The Paper Store (2016)
as Prof. Marty Kane
The Auction (2027)
as Wendall Woods
Proof of Concept (2023)
Actor
His Date (—)
as Thomas
The End Is at Hand (2025)
as Frank (voice)
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (2006)
as Senator Wingwoah
Bagboy (2007)
as Dave Weiner
All-Stars (2014)
as Richard Kline
Tankhouse (2022)
as Morten
The Lennon Report (2016)
as Dr. Stephan G. Lynn
Monsters of California (2023)
as Dr. Eric Walker
Off Broadway (2021)
as Daryl Lependorf
Dog Gone Love (2004)
as Doug
Andover (2018)
as Harold
The Understudy (2012)
as Ian
110 Lombard (1988)
as Lil' Jimmy
The Social Ones (2019)
as The Architect
One Night Stand (2013)
Actor
Raising Flagg (2006)
as Bill Reed
MIRRORLIAR FILMS Season7 (2025)
Actor
Drew Friedman: Vermeer of the Borscht Belt (2024)
as Self
Hidden Exposure (2023)
as Randall Abbott
Auggie (2021)
as Felix
Transparent: Musicale Finale (2019)
as Howard
Help Me, Help You (2009)
as Fish
Cupid for Christmas (2021)
as Cupid
Two Fathers' Justice (1985)
as D.A. Turpin
Disney's California Adventure Grand Opening Special (2001)
Actor
Quicksand (2002)
as Kensington
Dark Minions (2013)
as Feldenbaum (voice)
Shrink Rap (2003)
as Herb
The New Homeowner's Guide to Happiness (1987)
as Dr. Schlazil
Madness of Method (1994)
as Owen Goodwin
The Independents (2021)
as Granny
What Cheer? (2014)
as Stan
Black Swell (2016)
as Mr. Fennimore
Claddagh (—)
as Funeral Director