Julian Richings
ActingAbout Julian Richings
Julian Richings (born 30 August 1956) is a British-Canadian character actor. Richings has appeared in over 225 films and television series. He trained in drama at the University of Exeter and worked as an actor for several years in the United Kingdom before moving to Toronto in 1984. In the popular series Todd and the Book of Pure Evil he played the dual characters of the Hooded Leader and Atticus Murphy Senior. When not on screen, Richings is a busy stage actor. In February of 2016 he appeared in a play titled Mustard by rising star Kat Sandler at Toronto’s Tarragon Theatre. He played the role of Peter Icabod in 15 episodes of Patriot between 2015 and 2018.
Julian Richings Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Julian Richings reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Julian Richings's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 64% of Julian Richings's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Rainbow Kid, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Julian Richings Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Julian Richings's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Julian Richings has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | It Feeds | Dr. Ronald Whittaker | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Campton Manor | Edward | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Beau Is Afraid | Strange Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Time Traveling Through Time | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Charlotte | Dr. Kurt Singer / Policeman #1 / SS Soldier #2 (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Vicious Fun | Fritz | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Chaos Walking | Gault | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Business Ethics | Martin Abacus | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Anything for Jackson | Henry Walsh | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Polar | Lomas | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Todd and the Book of Pure Evil: The End of the End | Hooded Leader / Malian Trader (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Space Between | Stash | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Rainbow Kid | Elvis Grimes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Witch | Governor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | She Stoops to Conquer | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Hellmouth | Smiley | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Last Halloween | Chatterbox | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Young and Prodigious T.S. Spivet | Ricky | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Man of Steel | Lor-Em | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Tape | Jack | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Patch Town | Child Catcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Dave vs Death | Death | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Animal Control | Larry | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief | Ferryman | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Curious Stories, Crooked Symbols | Kneeling Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Roxy Hunter and the Horrific Halloween | Mr. Tibers | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Elegy | Actor in Play #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Saw IV | Vagrant | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Shoot 'Em Up | Hertz's Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Dead Silence | Bos | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | X-Men: The Last Stand | Mutant Theatre Organizer | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | A Lobster Tale | Hank Perkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Being Julia | Mr. Turnbull | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Last Casino | Orr | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Kingdom Hospital | Otto | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Eloise at Christmastime | Patrice the Chef | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Open Range | Wylie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Wrong Turn | Three Finger | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | My Life Without Me | Dr. Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Salem Witch Trials | Jonathan Walcott | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Pretender: Island of the Haunted | Brother Clote | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Treed Murray | Homeless Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Prince Charming | Wacktazar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Crossing | McKenzie | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Detroit Rock City | Ticket Taker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Red Violin | Nicolas Olsberg (Montréal) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Cube | Alderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Hard Core Logo | Buck Haight | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Squanto: A Warrior's Tale | Sir George's Servant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Naked Lunch | Exterminator #4 | Hit | Similar → |
Julian Richings - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Julian Richings?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Julian Richings is "The Rainbow Kid" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Julian Richings acted in?
Julian Richings has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Julian Richings?
Other notable films include "The Tape", "Dave vs Death", and "Time Traveling Through Time".