Richard Zavaglia

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

15Total Films

7.5 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Richard Zavaglia reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Crime

The majority of Richard Zavaglia's filmography leans towards the Crime 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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Richard Zavaglia remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Donnie Brasco, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Richard Zavaglia Movies Ranked

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

★7.5

★7.5

Donnie Brasco: An FBI undercover agent infiltrates the mob and identifies more with the mafia life at the expense of his regular one.

Donnie Brasco

1997•Crime

★7.0

★7.0

True Friends: New York, The Bronx, 1980. Two Italian boys Joey Esposito and Louie Mazerino jump to the defence of a smaller Puerto Ric

True Friends

1998•Drama

★7.0

Cagney & Lacey: Together Again (1995) movie poster

★7.0

Cagney & Lacey: Together Again: New York's toughest lady detectives re-team to solve the murder of a homeless transient who had been terrorizing the res

Cagney & Lacey: Together Again

1995•Crime

★6.8

★6.8

Bird: Saxophone player Charlie ‘Bird’ Parker comes to New York in 1940 and is quickly noticed for his remarkable way of playin

Bird

1988•Drama

★6.7

★6.7

Going in Style: Desperate to pay the bills and come through for their loved ones, three lifelong pals risk it all by embarking on a dari

Going in Style

2017•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Richard Zavaglia.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2017	Going in Style	Ed Howe (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
2007	Inspector Mom: Kidnapped in Ten Easy Steps	Agent DeLorean	Average	Similar →
2004	Nobody Knows Anything!	Phil Phillips	Flop	Similar →
2001	Ricochet River	Coach Palermo	Flop	Similar →
1999	Justice	Jairo Jaramillo	Flop	Similar →
1998	Gunshy	Officer H. Pagliaro	Flop	Similar →
1998	True Friends	Luigi	Hit	Similar →
1998	Back to Even	Narducci	Flop	Similar →
1997	Dog Watch	Wasserman	Flop	Similar →
1997	Donnie Brasco	Wiseguy	Super Hit	Similar →
1995	Cagney & Lacey: Together Again	Sgt. Rogers	Hit	Similar →
1995	In the Line of Duty: Kidnapped	Roy	Flop	Similar →
1994	In the Line of Duty: The Price of Vengeance	Joe	Average	Similar →
1991	Where Sleeping Dogs Lie	Detective Clifton	Flop	Similar →
1988	Bird	Ralph the Narc	Hit	Similar →

Richard Zavaglia - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Richard Zavaglia?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Zavaglia is "Donnie Brasco" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Richard Zavaglia acted in?

Richard Zavaglia has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Richard Zavaglia?

Other notable films include "True Friends", "Cagney & Lacey: Together Again", and "Bird".