
Richard Gross
ActingAbout Richard Gross
Richard was born in Pittsburgh, PA . His mother was a Welsh immigrant and his adoptive father was a native of Pittsburgh. Richard moved to Los Angeles with his family in the 60's and he graduated from Lennox High School. Richard went on to earn his BA in Theatre Arts from Cal State Dominguez Hills. He moved his family to Grass Valley, CA in 1979 and was active with the Foothill Theatre Company, a regional theatre in Nevada City. Richard came back to Los Angeles in 1991 to resume his TV/Film career. He still maintains his Northern California residence with his wife, Judy and their daughter Alexis. Richard and Judy have two other sons, Matthew and Justin.Richard is an 8 handicap golfer and club champion in 2011. He played softball and golf in the world senior games and won a Gold medal.He did over 70 skits on The Tonight with Jay Leno.
Richard Gross Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Richard Gross reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 34 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Richard Gross's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 21% of Richard Gross'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 Grand Avenue, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Richard Gross Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Gross's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Richard Gross has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Guitar Man | Warden Garrin Bronte | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Saltwater | Hank | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Swiss Army Man | Hank's Dad | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Alcatraz Prison Escape: Deathbed Confession | Ranger Phil | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Chasing Mavericks | Brenda's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Awakened | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Milk | Riot Cop | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Bottle Shock | Lt. Randall | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Dead Tone | Sheriff | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Tripper | Cop | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Californians | Contractor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Gone But Not Forgotten | Judge Neff | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Straight From the Heart | Emile Costa | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Inferno | Sergeant Tony Barnes | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Last Place on Earth | Dick Mossbacher | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Deep End | Deputy Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Harvesters | Set. Mark Goldman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Another Woman's Husband | Second Colleague | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Dumbarton Bridge | Salt Company Foreman | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Second Civil War | Militia Leader | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Mad City | FBI Agent | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Hard Eight | Floorman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | George B. | Loan Officer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | When Time Expires | Trucker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Vows of Deception | Ed Starling | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Children of the Corn IV: The Gathering | Sheriff Biggs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Phenomenon | Customer at Malley's | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Grand Avenue | Officer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Crosscut | Wally | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Stolen Innocence | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Deadly Whispers | Attorney Clarence Brandon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Tainted Blood | Commander Drew | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Blades | Husband | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo | Juggler | Flop | Similar → |
Richard Gross - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Gross?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Gross is "Grand Avenue" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Richard Gross acted in?
Richard Gross has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Gross?
Other notable films include "Milk", "Chasing Mavericks", and "Swiss Army Man".




