Michael Richards
Biography
Michael Anthony Richards is an American actor, comedian, writer, and television producer born on July 24, 1949, in Culver City, Los Angeles, California. He is best known for portraying Cosmo Kramer on the television sitcom Seinfeld. He began his career as a stand-up comedian, gaining national attention when featured on Billy Crystal's first cable television special, and later served as a series regular on the ABC program Fridays. Before his work on Seinfeld, Richards made numerous television guest appearances on shows such as Cheers, Night Court, Miami Vice, and St. Elsewhere. His film credits include So I Married an Axe Murderer, Airheads, Young Doctors in Love, Problem Child, Coneheads, and UHF.
Career overview
Michael Anthony Richards was born on July 24, 1949, in Culver City, Los Angeles, California, USA. He is an American actor, comedian, writer, and television producer. Richards began his career as a stand-up comedian and first stepped into a national spotlight when he was featured on Billy Crystal's first cable television special. Following that appearance, he became a series regular on the ABC program Fridays.
Before achieving widespread fame for his television work, Richards made numerous guest appearances on a variety of television shows, including Cheers, Night Court, Miami Vice, and St. Elsewhere. He is best known for his television portrayal of the eccentric character Cosmo Kramer on the television sitcom Seinfeld.
In addition to his television career, Richards has appeared in several feature films. His film credits include So I Married an Axe Murderer, Airheads, Young Doctors in Love, Problem Child, Coneheads, and UHF. Throughout his career, he has accumulated numerous known acting credits across film and television.
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Full Filmography
57 titles- Faith, Hope & Love (2019) as Daddy Hogwood
- Kirstie (2013) as Frank Baxter
- Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee (2012) as Self
- Kirstie Alley's Big Life (2010)
- Bee Movie (2007) as Bud Ditchwater (voice)
- Kramer vs. Kramer: Kenny to Cosmo (2004) as Self
- Seinfeld: How It Began (2004) as Self/Cosmo Kramer
- The Seinfeld Story (2004) as Self
- V Graham Norton (2002) as Self
- David Copperfield (2001) as Wilkins Micawber
- Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000) as Michael Richards
- David Copperfield (2000) as Wilkins Micawber
- The Michael Richards Show (2000) as Vic Nardozza
- The Michael Richards Show (2000) Executive Producer
- The Michael Richards Show (2000) Creator
- Trial and Error (1997) as Richard Rietti
- Redux Riding Hood (1997) as The Wolf (voice)
- London Suite (1996) as Mark Ferris
- Ellen's Energy Adventure (1996) as Caveman discovering fire (uncredited)
- Unstrung Heroes (1995) as Danny Lidz
- Airheads (1994) as Doug Beech
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993) as Self - Guest
- Coneheads (1993) as Motel Clerk
- So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993) as Obituary Employee
- Mad About You (1992) as Cosmo Kramer
- The Larry Sanders Show (1992) as Michael Richards
- Dinosaurs (1991) as Director (voice)
- Problem Child (1990) as Martin Beck
- Seinfeld (1989) as Cosmo Kramer
- UHF (1989) as Stanley Spadowski
- LIVE with Kelly and Mark (1988) as Self - Guest
- Choice Chance Control (1988) as Victor Loudon
- Marblehead Manor (1987) as Rick
- Jonathan Winters: On the Ledge (1987)
- Sidekicks (1986)
- Fresno (1986) as 2nd Henchman
- Whoops Apocalypse (1986) as Lacrobat
- Darlin' Clementine (1986) as Sneaky Pete
- Tall Tales & Legends (1985) as Sneaky Pete
- Transylvania 6-5000 (1985) as Fejos
- Miami Vice (1984) as Pagone
- Night Court (1984) as Eugene Sleighbough
- Pinocchio (1984) as Vince
- The Ratings Game (1984) as Sal
- The House of God (1984) as Dr. Pinkus
- Scarecrow and Mrs. King (1983)
- Herndon (1983)
- Cheers (1982) as Eddie Gordon
- St. Elsewhere (1982) as Bill Wolf
- Faerie Tale Theatre (1982) as King Geoffrey
- Faerie Tale Theatre (1982) as Vince
- Young Doctors in Love (1982) as Malamud Callahan
- The Tale of the Frog Prince (1982) as King Geoffrey
- Hill Street Blues (1981)
- Fridays (1980) as Self
- Black and White: Uptight (1969)
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Michael Richards best known for?
Michael Richards is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee (2012), Self Defense (1983), Pink Panther and Pals (2010), V Graham Norton (2002).
When and where was Michael Richards born?
Michael Richards was born on July 24, 1949 in Culver City, Los Angeles, California, USA.
How many credits does Michael Richards have?
Michael Richards has accumulated over 57 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1962 to 2019.
What is Michael Richards's background in cinema and television?
Michael Anthony Richards is an American actor, comedian, writer, and television producer born on July 24, 1949, in Culver City, Los Angeles, California. He is best known for portraying Cosmo Kramer on the television sitcom Seinfeld. He began his career as a stand-up comedian, gaining national attention when featured on...