Richard Stanley
DirectingAbout Richard Stanley
Richard Stanley is a South African filmmaker, known for his work in the horror genre. He began his career making short films and music videos, and subsequently directed the feature films Hardware and Dust Devil, both of which are considered cult classics.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Richard Stanley reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 29 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Richard Stanley's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 34% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Richard Stanley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Exegesis Lovecraft, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Richard Stanley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Stanley's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Richard Stanley.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 3 | Lord Balthazar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | A World War II Fairy Tale: The Making of Michael Mann's 'The Keep' | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Dark Fantastic | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Zone | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Shadowland | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Darkside of Society | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Exegesis Lovecraft | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Tales of the Uncanny | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Clark Ashton Smith: The Emperor of Dreams | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Cult of Terror | Self - Filmmaker | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | 78/52 | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Yellow Fever: The Rise and Fall of the Giallo | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Uncovering Wolfen | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Lost Soul: The Doomed Journey of Richard Stanley's Island of Dr. Moreau | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Jodorowsky's Dune | Self - Filmmaker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Otherworld | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Post Traumatic: An American Nightmare | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | No Flesh Shall Be Spared | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Vampire Diary | Spanish Rapist | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Dagon | Fish Monster (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | In the Belly of the Beast | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Island of Dr. Moreau | Melting Bulldog (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Twelve Monkeys | Man in Transit Lounge (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Brave | Man in the table (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Dust Devil | Transforming Dust Devil in Dream Sequence (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Hardware | Talking elevator (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Incidents in an Expanding Universe | Clean Shaven Pretentious Filmmaker / Greasy Beggar / Green Army Gunner / 3-Eyed Mutant / Green Army Flag Bearer / Alien Vendor | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Rites of Passage | Primordial Man | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble | Lord Balthazar | Flop | Similar → |
Richard Stanley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Stanley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Stanley is "Exegesis Lovecraft" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Richard Stanley acted in?
Richard Stanley has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Stanley?
Other notable films include "Jodorowsky's Dune", "Twelve Monkeys", and "78/52".