Richard Grieco
Biography
Richard John Grieco Junior is an American actor, artist, and former fashion model. Born on March 23, 1965, in Watertown, New York, United States, he is known for his acting work across television and film. Among his television credits, he played Detective Dennis Booker in the Fox series 21 Jump Street from 1988 to 1989 and subsequently starred in its spin-off series Booker from 1989 to 1990. Throughout his entertainment career, he has accumulated numerous known acting credits and is also recognized by alternative names such as Richard John Grieco Junior and The King of 21. His professional background encompasses modeling, acting, and artistic pursuits.
Career overview
Richard John Grieco, Junior is an American actor, artist, and former fashion model. Born on March 23, 1965, in Watertown, New York, he studied acting at Central Connecticut University. He established himself in the entertainment industry through both modeling and television work.
Grieco gained recognition for his television roles during the late nineteen eighties and early nineteen nineties. He played Detective Dennis Booker in the popular Fox series 21 Jump Street from 1988 to 1989. Following his success on that program, he starred in its spin-off series titled Booker, which ran from 1989 to 1990. Throughout his career, he has been credited with numerous acting roles across film and television.
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Full Filmography
92 titles- Manson's War (2028) as Crowe
- Sanctus House (2026) as Amare
- Demon Hunters (2026)
- The Wonder Bar (2026) as Devon
- The Fort (2026) as Aamon
- Hank’s Christmas Wish 3: Elvis Lives (2025) as Slider
- Vanished (2025) as Harvey
- The Devil’s Trap (2024) as Hospital Orderly
- The Weapon (2023) as Lars
- The Curse of the Clown Motel (2023) as Stewart
- Time Pirates (2022) as Blackbeard
- Demon Pit (2022) as Stewart
- Night of the Tommyknockers (2022) as Dirk
- Lord of the Streets (2022) as Detective Kayes
- Jungle Run (2021) as Nicholas
- Attack of the Unknown (2020) as Vernon
- Stay Off The App (2020) as Brooks
- Dream Round (2020) as Sean McLaw
- Dream Round (2020) Producer
- The Country Singer (2020) Director
- Clinton Road (2019) as Ghost Truck Driver
- Clinton Road (2019) Director
- Clinton Road (2019) Producer
- Art of the Dead (2019) as Douglas Winter
- Art of the Dead (2019) Executive Producer
- Minutes to Midnight (2018) as Sheriff Wyatt
- They Want Dick Dickster (2018) as Himself
- Fury of the Fist and the Golden Fleece (2018) as The Albanian
- Impact Event (2018) as Justice Outlaw
- Halloween Pussy Trap Kill! Kill! (2017) as Dale
- Halloween Pussy Trap Kill! Kill! (2017) Executive Producer
- A House Is Not a Home (2015) as Rafkin
- Cats Dancing on Jupiter (2015) as Derek Stockton
- The Green Fairy (2015) as Narrator
- 22 Jump Street (2014) as Booker
- After Midnight (2014) as Dr Sam Hubbard
- AE: Apocalypse Earth (2013) as Capt. Sam Crowe
- Almighty Thor (2011) as Loki
- Celebrity Ghost Stories (2009) as Self
- Gone Country (2008) as Self
- Raiders of the Damned (2007) as Lewis
- Forget About It (2006) as Anthony Amato
- It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005) as Richard Grieco
- Veronica Mars (2004) as Steve Botando
- Phantom Force (2004) as Mark Dupree
- Dead Easy (2004) as Simon Storm
- Webs (2003) as Dean
- Book of Days (2003) as Finch
- Evil Breed: The Legend of Samhain (2003) as Mark
- Fish Don't Blink (2002) as Pete
- Sexual Predator (2001) as J.C. Gale
- Sexual Predator (2001) Executive Producer
- Final Payback (2001) as Joey Randall
- Death, Deceit & Destiny Aboard the Orient Express (2001) as Jack Chase
- Harold Robbins' Body Parts (2001) as Ty Kinnick
- Manhattan Midnight (2001) as Midnight
- Sweet Revenge (2001) as Frank
- Michael Angel (2000) as Michael Killan
- Point Doom (2000) as Rick Hansen
- Heaven or Vegas (1999) as Navy
- Mutual Needs (1999) as Brandon Collier
- Ultimate Deception (1999) as Bobby Woodkin
- A Night at the Roxbury (1998) as Richard Grieco
- Captive (1998) as Joe Goodis
- Sinbad: The Battle of the Dark Knights (1998) as Sinbad
- The Gardener (1998) as Dean
- Blackheart (1998) as Ray
- Against the Law (1997) as Rex
- When Time Expires (1997) as Travis Beck
- Absolution (1997) as Sergeant Bradley
- Inhumanoid (1996) as Adam
- Marker (1995) as Richard DeMorra
- Suspicious Agenda (1995) as Tony Castagne
- The Demolitionist (1995) as Mad Dog Burne
- It Was Him or Us (1995) as Gene Shepard
- Bolt (1995) as Bolt
- A Vow to Kill (1995) as Eric
- Gargoyles (1994) as Tony Dracon (voice)
- Sin and Redemption (1994) as Jim McDaniels
- RTL Samstag Nacht (1993)
- Born to Run (1993) as Nicky Donatello
- Tomcat: Dangerous Desires (1993) as Tom
- If Looks Could Kill (1991) as Michael Corben
- Mobsters (1991) as Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel
- Booker (1989) as Dennis Booker
- 21 Jump Street (1987) as Dennis Booker
- Who's the Boss? (1984) as Maurizio
- Crossbones & Roses as Captain Gerard Chevalier
- Anadellia Rises as Dylan
- Anadellia Rises Director
- Anadellia Rises Producer
- The Apex Predators Club
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Richard Grieco best known for?
Richard Grieco is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including 22 Jump Street (2014), Celebrity Ghost Stories (2009), Doubt (2008), It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005).
When and where was Richard Grieco born?
Richard Grieco was born on March 23, 1965 in Watertown, New York, USA.
How many credits does Richard Grieco have?
Richard Grieco has accumulated over 92 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1984 to 2028.
What is Richard Grieco's background in cinema and television?
Richard John Grieco Junior is an American actor, artist, and former fashion model. Born on March 23, 1965, in Watertown, New York, United States, he is known for his acting work across television and film. Among his television credits, he played Detective Dennis Booker in the Fox series 21 Jump Street from 1988 to 1989...