Richard Speight Jr. - Actor Profile

Richard Speight Jr.

Acting
Freshness: Jan 17, 2026
37Total Films
7.5 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 4, 1970
Birth Place: Nashville, Tennessee, USA

About Richard Speight Jr.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Richard Speight, Jr. (born September 4, 1970) is an American actor, probably best known for his recurring role as Deputy Bill Kohler on the TV series Jericho prior to its cancellation. He also previously starred on the CBS drama The Agency, and as the Trickster/Gabriel/Loki on Supernatural. Description above from the Wikipedia article Richard Speight, Jr., licensed under CC-BY-SA,full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Richard Speight Jr. reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 37 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Richard Speight Jr.'s filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Richard Speight Jr. remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Love For Rent, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Richard Speight Jr. Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Richard Speight Jr.'s career based on audience ratings.

★7.5
Love For Rent (2005) movie poster
★7.5

Love For Rent — Tells the story of Sofia (Angie Cepeda), a Colombian college student struggling with immigration issues in LA, who accep

Love For Rent

2005•Comedy
★7.3
Old Henry (2021) movie poster
★7.3

Old Henry — A widowed farmer and his son warily take in a mysterious, injured man with a satchel of cash. When a posse of men claimi

Old Henry

2021•Western
★7.2
Thank You for Smoking (2005) movie poster
★7.2

Thank You for Smoking — Nick Naylor is a charismatic spin-doctor for Big Tobacco who'll fight to protect America's right to smoke -- even if it

Thank You for Smoking

2005•Comedy
★7.2
In God We Trust (2000) movie poster
★7.2

In God We Trust — A speeding truck sends Robert into purgatory, with the probability of a warm climate. He escapes to Earth and tries to f

In God We Trust

2000
★7.1
Our Friend (2019) movie poster
★7.1

Our Friend — After learning that his terminally ill wife has six months to live, a man welcomes the support of his best friend who mo

Our Friend

2019•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Richard Speight Jr..

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2021 Old Henry Dugan Hit Similar →
2019 Home Is Where The Killer Is James Thomason Flop Similar →
2019 Our Friend Davey Faucheux Hit Similar →
2019 Mama Bear Skinny Mer. Flop Similar →
2019 Driven Roger Flop Similar →
2017 Skyward Sheriff Gary Flop Similar →
2017 Brick Madness Jeff Tisdale Flop Similar →
2017 All About the Money Rick Flop Similar →
2016 The Evil Gene Griff Krenshaw Flop Similar →
2015 The Week Thomas Briggs Average Similar →
2015 Bad, Bad Men The Bookie Flop Similar →
2013 Crave Master Rupert Flop Similar →
2013 The Sidekick Lucky Lance Flop Similar →
2013 Noobz Jeff Average Similar →
2011 AppleBox Bryan Watercress Flop Similar →
2011 3 Blind Saints Sam Flop Similar →
2009 Pissing Vocal Gold - Flop Similar →
2008 American Crude Morgue Supervision Flop Similar →
2006 Open Water 2: Adrift James Average Similar →
2005 Thank You for Smoking Trainee Hit Similar →
2005 Love For Rent George Super Hit Similar →
2001 The Making of 'Band of Brothers' Self Hit Similar →
2001 Sam's Circus Bedpan Flop Similar →
2000 North Beach Pete Flop Similar →
2000 In God We Trust - Hit Similar →
1999 The Last Big Attraction Christopher Canby Flop Similar →
1998 Amanda & the Alien Jojo, Cafe Manager Flop Similar →
1998 Big Monster on Campus Comic Book Salesman Flop Similar →
1997 Menno's Mind Kal Flop Similar →
1997 Speed 2: Cruise Control "C" Deck Officer Flop Similar →
1996 Independence Day Ed Hit Similar →
1995 Out There Clerk Flop Similar →
1995 Dead Weekend Rebel #1 Flop Similar →
1992 Demonic Toys Andy Flop Similar →
1990 By Dawn's Early Light SAC Guard Hit Similar →
1987 Ernest Goes to Camp Brooks Flop Similar →
1984 Love Leads the Way: A True Story Jimmy Hit Similar →

Richard Speight Jr. - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Richard Speight Jr.?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Speight Jr. is "Love For Rent" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Richard Speight Jr. acted in?

Richard Speight Jr. has been featured in at least 37 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Richard Speight Jr.?

Other notable films include "Old Henry", "Thank You for Smoking", and "In God We Trust".