Michael Karl Richards
Born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Biography
Michael Karl Richards is a Canadian-born actor and writer known for his ability to find humanity, even in unlikable characters. His work spans more than two decades across stage and screen, marked by emotional depth, quiet intensity, and a grounded presence that resonates in a wide range of roles. The only child of novelist Linda L. Richards, Michael was raised in both British Columbia and California. He trained at the Neighborhood Playhouse in New York City, where he built the foundation for his lifelong commitment to the craft. On screen, he has appea…
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Michael Karl Richards's Credits
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Supernatural
Doug Kontos
Smallville
William Tate
Stargate SG-1
Guardsman
The Flash
Paulson
Fringe
Translucent Man
V
Will Lerner
Travelers
Dale
The Twilight Zone
Orderly
Chesapeake Shores
Wes Winters
So Help Me Todd
Dominic Kimble
The Irrational
David
Stargate Universe
Major Peterson
Overboard
Rich Client
The Big Year
Vicki's Fiancée (uncredited)
The Mother
Zoe's Adopted Dad
Even Lambs Have Teeth
Jason
Autumn Dreams
Joe
Text to Kill
John
Concrete Evidence: A Fixer Upper Mystery
Brad Jones
Lying to Be Perfect
Josh
Re:Uniting
Ben
Bringing Ashley Home
Toby
Ruby Herring Mysteries: Her Last Breath
Nick
Sweet Autumn
Jonathan Richardson
Open by Christmas
Jeremy
Gates of Paradise
Logan Stonewall
You're Bacon Me Crazy
Tim
Signed, Sealed, Delivered
Cameron
Bridal Wave
Ames
Hearts of Winter
Joel
Devil on Campus: The Larry Ray Story
David
Making Mr. Right
Sean
Harvey's Dream
Frank Freidmans