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Richard Riehle Biography and Full Filmography - MovieWise

Quick Facts

Born:
1948-05-12

Birthplace:
Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, USA

Credits:
319 Total Roles

Richard Riehle

Acting

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Biography

Richard Riehle (May 12, 1948 – October 15, 2026) was an American character actor born in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. He studied at the University of Notre Dame, where he became involved with the university theater, and over nearly five decades appeared in more than 400 stage, film and television productions.

He was best known as Tom Smykowski in Mike Judge's Office Space. His other films include The Fugitive, Terry Gilliam's Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas and Bridesmaids, he made several appearances in the Star Trek franchise, and he played Santa Claus in a number of productions.

Known For

Full Filmography

Year Title Role
2026 The Cowboy Killer MOVIE Cook Gerald
2026 Boris Is Dead MOVIE Hank
2025 We Meet Again MOVIE Richter
2025 500 Fireflies MOVIE Oscar
2025 Tonic MOVIE Edward
2025 Hacked: A Double Entendre of Rage Fueled Karma MOVIE Santa Claus
2024 The Invisible Raptor MOVIE Sheriff Grimley
2024 Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story MOVIE Nicolas Young
2024 Feeling Randy MOVIE Wilfred
2024 Sanity MOVIE Sheriff Huber

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