Richard Portnow: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 59
- on screen
- 1983–2021
- box office
- $570M
- average score
- 35
- Born
- January 26, 1947 (age 79)
- Birthplace
- Crown Heights, Brooklyn, New York, U.S.
- Citizenship
- American
- Occupations
- Actor
- Years active
- 1980-present
The Best Richard Portnow Movies
The highest-rated films Richard Portnow is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. Roe v. Wade (2021) scores highest, at 42. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.
Richard Portnow's Career in Numbers
Richard Portnow's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Richard Portnow works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer (1983) to Roe v. Wade (2021), and the 1990s were the busiest decade.
Richard Portnow Movies by Decade
- 1980s 12
- 1990s 23
- 2000s 10
- 2010s 12
- 2020s 2
The 1990s were Richard Portnow's busiest decade, with 23 films.
Richard Portnow Movies by Genre
- Drama 19
- Comedy 7
- Crime 7
- Tv movie 6
- Thriller 5
- Action 4
- Romance 4
- Family 3
- Music 1
- Mystery 1
Drama is the genre Richard Portnow has worked in most, with 19 films, ahead of comedy (7).
Richard Portnow Career Milestones
- First film
- Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer 1983
- Biggest box office hit
- Sister Act $232M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- Roe v. Wade Movie Echo Score 42
- Newest film
- Roe v. Wade 2021
Richard Portnow Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Richard Portnow is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 35. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
- 2021
Roe v. Wade as Justice William Douglas · Drama Movie Echo Score: 42 - 2020
Frank and Ava as Walter Winchell · Drama Worldwide box office: $18.8K Movie Echo Score: 31 - 2019
The Gliksmans as Tim Neuman · Comedy - 2019
Roe v. Wade as Justice William Douglas · Drama Worldwide box office: $23.6K Movie Echo Score: 30 - 2018
Duke as Carroll Green · Drama - 2018
Higher Power as Charles Margrey · Action Worldwide box office: $528 Movie Echo Score: 35 - 2017
Soy Nero as Murray - the Garage Owner · Drama Worldwide box office: $56.6K - 2014
Nanny Cam as Detective Jones · Drama - 2013
Underdogs as John Handon II · Drama Worldwide box office: $32.8M - 2013
In the Dark as Detective Archer · Thriller Worldwide box office: $382K - 2012
Imaginary Friend as Dan · Thriller - 2011
The Christmas Pageant as Leo Brenner · Family - 2010
The Wish List as Lenny · Romance - 2010
Killer by Nature as Walter · Crime - 2009
Under New Management as Carmello Conforte · Action - 2008
Good Time Max as Head Administrator · Drama Worldwide box office: $2.4M - 2008
Tinker Bell as Minister of Autumn (voice) · Family Worldwide box office: $9.21M - 2006
National Lampoon’s TV: The Movie as Sergeant · Comedy - 2005
Meet the Mobsters as Jerry Kaminski · Music - 2005
Trump Unauthorized as Mayor Ed Koch · Tv movie - 2001
Double Bang as Lieutenant Shatkin · Action - 2001
Zigs as Arnold Zigman · Drama - 2001
Laughter on the 23rd Floor as Harry Prince · Tv movie - 2000
The Unscarred as Tommy Matolla · Thriller - 1999
Witness Protection as Niko · Crime - 1999
The Substitute 3: Winner Takes All as Vincent Lo Russo · Action - 1998
My Giant as Producer · Drama Worldwide box office: $8.07M - 1997
Bella Mafia as Anthony Moreno · Drama - 1996
Bogus as M. Clay Thrasher · Comedy Worldwide box office: $4.36M - 1996
Guy as Al · Drama Worldwide box office: $4.13K - 1995
Se7en as Dr. Beardsley · Mystery - 1995
Ed McBain’s 87th Precinct: Lightning as Monaghan · Tv movie - 1995
Man of the House as Joey Renda · Family Worldwide box office: $40.1M - 1994
Across the Moon as Roy · Drama - 1994
Lipstick Camera as Detective Vorkopich · Thriller - 1994
S.F.W. as Gerald Parsley · Drama Worldwide box office: $63.5K - 1994
Trial by Jury as Leo Greco · Thriller Worldwide box office: $6.97M - 1994
Dragstrip Girl as Det. Dryden · Tv movie - 1993
Night Eyes 3 as Kaplan · Drama - 1992
There Goes the Neighborhood as Marty Rollins · Comedy - 1992
Sister Act Comedy Worldwide box office: $232M - 1992
Beethoven as Ammunition Company Representative (uncredited) · Comedy Worldwide box office: $147M - 1991
For the Boys as Milt, Recording Studio · Drama Worldwide box office: $23.2M - 1991
Perry Mason: The Case of the Maligned Mobster as Dave Barrett · Tv movie - 1990
Havana as Mike MacClaney · Romance Worldwide box office: $9.65M - 1990
Havana as Mike MacClaney · Romance Worldwide box office: $9.65M - 1990
Tune in Tomorrow… as Uncle Luke · Comedy Worldwide box office: $1.79M - 1989
Peter Gunn as Spiros · Crime - 1989
A Deadly Silence as D.A. Ed Jablonski · Drama - 1989
Meet the Hollowheads as Mr. Crabneck · Sci-Fi - 1988
In Dangerous Company as Kellog · Romance - 1987
Perry Mason: The Case of the Murdered Madam as Harry Long · Crime - 1987
The Squeeze as Ruben · Crime Worldwide box office: $2.23M - 1987
The House of Blue Leaves as Billy Einhorn - 1987
Tin Men Drama Worldwide box office: $25.4M - 1987
Wanted: Dead or Alive as Agent · Crime Worldwide box office: $7.56M - 1987
Wanted: Dead or Alive as Agent · Crime Worldwide box office: $7.56M - 1986
Courage as Frankie Ce De Baca · Tv movie - 1983
Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer as Bartender · Drama
Who Is Richard Portnow?
Richard Portnow was born in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, New York, U.S. in 1947 and is 79 years old. Credited on films since 1983, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Richard Portnow is a renowned American actor, recognized for his roles in various films and television series that have contributed significantly to the industry. Some of his noteworthy productions include 'Good Morning, Vietnam', 'Barton Fink', 'Kindergarten Cop', 'Seven,', and 'Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai.' Born on January 26, 1947, in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, New York, Portnow has established himself as a distinguished character actor, embodying a variety of unique characters in his career.
His acting journey includes other memorable roles in 'The Spirit,' 'Law Abiding Citizen,' 'Private Parts', 'Fallen Arches', 'Double Down', and 'Poolhall Junkies.' His consistent performances in both comedic and serious roles allowed him to have a recurring role on the Emmy-winning HBO series 'The Sopranos' (1999) as the defense attorney Harold 'Mel' Melvoin, solidifying his position as a versatile actor. He also showcased his talent in popular shows like 'Hannah Montana', 'The Nanny', 'Boston Legal', and movies like 'Trumbo', 'Oldboy', 'Find Me Guilty', and 'Underdogs.' Portnow's most recent appearance was in Matthew Charles Santoro's sci-fi film 'Higher Power' released in 2018.
Who Richard Portnow Makes Movies With
The actors and directors Richard Portnow shares the most films with. Mark Rydell comes first, with 3 films together, followed by Jon Voight (2).
Richard Portnow: Questions & Answers
How many movies Richard Portnow has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Richard Portnow been in?
Richard Portnow is credited on 59 films, from 1983 to 2021. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Richard Portnow's highest-grossing movie?
Sister Act (1992) is Richard Portnow's biggest box office hit, with $232M worldwide, ahead of Beethoven (1992) ($147M). Across every film with box office figures, Richard Portnow's movies have made $570M.
Richard Portnow's biggest hits What is the best Richard Portnow movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Richard Portnow's best-rated film is Roe v. Wade (2021) with a score of 42, followed by Higher Power (2018) (35).
Best Richard Portnow movies, ranked How old is Richard Portnow?
Richard Portnow is 79 years old, born on January 26, 1947 in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, New York, U.S..
What is Richard Portnow's newest movie?
The most recent film on Richard Portnow's filmography is Roe v. Wade (2021), in the role of Justice William Douglas.
Who does Richard Portnow work with most often?
Richard Portnow shares the most films with Mark Rydell (3 films), Jon Voight (2 films) and Stacey Dash (2 films).
The Best Richard Portnow Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 59 credits.
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