Rick Reed - Actor Profile

Rick Reed

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
2Total Films
6.4 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 3, 1950
Birth Place: Detroit, Michigan, U.S.

About Rick Reed

Rick Alan Reed (March 3, 1950 – July 16, 2020) was an American umpire in Major League Baseball. He joined the American League staff in 1979, and worked throughout both major leagues from 2000 to 2009. He was named a crew chief in 1999. Reed wore uniform number 23. He had a brief acting career in the off season playing an Umpire in the movie For Love of the Game starring Kevin Costner. Having survived two strokes late in his umpiring career and subsequently joining the league office as an observer of umpires in Detroit, Reed died on July 16, 2020, at the age of 70. He left behind his two loving sons Tyler and Ryan and wife Cindy.

Rick Reed Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Rick Reed 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 Rick Reed's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Rick Reed'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 For Love of the Game, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Rick Reed Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Rick Reed's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Rick Reed has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1999 For Love of the Game Home Plate Umpire Average Similar →
1992 Article 99 Maintenance Man Average Similar →

Rick Reed - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Rick Reed?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rick Reed is "For Love of the Game" with a rating of 6.4/10.

How many movies has Rick Reed acted in?

Rick Reed has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.

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