R.D. Reid - Actor Profile

R.D. Reid

Acting
Freshness: Jan 13, 2026
34Total Films
8.3 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 22, 1944
Birth Place: Canada

About R.D. Reid

R.D. Reid (September 22, 1944 - June 20, 2017) was a Canadian actor and director, known for Dawn of the Dead (2004), Lars and the Real Girl (2007) and Diary of the Dead (2007).

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of R.D. Reid reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 34 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of R.D. Reid's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), R.D. Reid remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Golden Spiders: A Nero Wolfe Mystery, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best R.D. Reid Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from R.D. Reid's career based on audience ratings.

★8.3
The Golden Spiders: A Nero Wolfe Mystery (2000) movie poster
★8.3

The Golden Spiders: A Nero Wolfe Mystery — Interrupted at dinner by a street kid with a strange story, Nero Wolfe and Archie Goodwin find themselves drawn into a s

The Golden Spiders: A Nero Wolfe Mystery

2000•Drama
★7.6
Cinderella Man (2005) movie poster
★7.6

Cinderella Man — The true story of boxer Jim Braddock who, following his retirement in the 1930s, makes a surprise comeback in order to l

Cinderella Man

2005•Romance
★7.2
Lars and the Real Girl (2007) movie poster
★7.2

Lars and the Real Girl — Extremely shy Lars finds it impossible to make friends or socialize. His brother and sister-in-law worry about him, so w

Lars and the Real Girl

2007•Comedy
★7.2
The Cutting Edge (1992) movie poster
★7.2

The Cutting Edge — Two former Olympians, one a figure skater and the other a hockey player, pin their hopes of one last shot at Olympic glo

The Cutting Edge

1992•Romance
★7.2
A History of Violence (2005) movie poster
★7.2

A History of Violence — An average family is thrust into the spotlight after the father commits a seemingly self-defense murder at his diner.

A History of Violence

2005•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of R.D. Reid.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2013 An Amish Murder Chuck 'Skid' Skidmore Average Similar →
2012 The Conspiracy William Jensen Average Similar →
2011 You Are Here Dr. Eisenberg Average Similar →
2010 The Night Before the Night Before Christmas Santa Flop Similar →
2009 The Cry of the Owl Mr. Kolbe Average Similar →
2008 The Baby Formula Dr. Oldenfield Flop Similar →
2008 Victor Dr. Schaman Flop Similar →
2007 Roxy Hunter and the Mystery of the Moody Ghost Peter Middleton Average Similar →
2007 Lars and the Real Girl Reverand Bock Hit Similar →
2007 Diary of the Dead Samuel Average Similar →
2007 Stuck Manager Average Similar →
2006 Cradle of Lies Arnold Golding Flop Similar →
2005 Capote Roy Church Hit Similar →
2005 A History of Violence Pat Hit Similar →
2005 Cinderella Man Hooverville Cop Super Hit Similar →
2004 A Separate Peace Farmer Flop Similar →
2004 Sugar Lyle Flop Similar →
2004 Dawn of the Dead Glen Hit Similar →
2002 The Skulls II Professor Flop Similar →
2000 Santa Who? Grady Average Similar →
2000 Dirty Pictures Judge Albanese Average Similar →
2000 The Golden Spiders: A Nero Wolfe Mystery sergeant Purley Stebbins Super Hit Similar →
1999 Small Vices Quirk Flop Similar →
1999 Freak City Garfield Flop Similar →
1998 My Own Country - Flop Similar →
1998 The Sweetest Gift Mr. Tate Flop Similar →
1998 Half Baked Scientist Average Similar →
1996 Homecoming Security Guard Hit Similar →
1993 Thirty Two Short Films About Glenn Gould Trucker #3 Hit Similar →
1993 Searching for Bobby Fischer Final Tournament Director Hit Similar →
1992 The Cutting Edge Calgary Cop Hit Similar →
1989 Dick Francis: Blood Sport - Flop Similar →
1988 Betrayal of Silence Motel Clerk Flop Similar →
1986 The Park Is Mine Policeman on Ledge Average Similar →

R.D. Reid - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of R.D. Reid?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring R.D. Reid is "The Golden Spiders: A Nero Wolfe Mystery" with a rating of 8.3/10.

How many movies has R.D. Reid acted in?

R.D. Reid has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by R.D. Reid?

Other notable films include "Cinderella Man", "Lars and the Real Girl", and "The Cutting Edge".