Richard Compton - Actor Profile

Richard Compton

Directing
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
2Total Films
4.8 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 2, 1938
Birth Place: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

About Richard Compton

Richard Compton was a director, primarily for television, after starting his career as an actor in the 1950s in government propaganda movies, eventually moving to television in the 60s, where he was best known for portraying a Romulan in several episodes of Star Trek. He directed movies in the 60s with very limited success before moving to directing for television in the 70s and 80s.

Richard Compton Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Richard Compton reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 2 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Richard Compton's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Richard Compton'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 Bury Me an Angel, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Richard Compton Movies Ranked

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

Full Filmography

Every movie Richard Compton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1971 Bury Me an Angel Pool Player Flop Similar →
1969 Wanda - The Sadistic Hypnotist Sylvester Flop Similar →

Richard Compton - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Richard Compton?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Compton is "Bury Me an Angel" with a rating of 4.8/10.

How many movies has Richard Compton acted in?

Richard Compton has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.

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