Michael Karl Richards
Actor
Michael Karl Richards is a Canadian-born actor and writer known for his ability to find humanity, even in unlikable characters. His work spans more than two decades across stage and screen, marked by emotional depth, quiet intensity, and a grounded presence that resonates in a wide range of roles. The only child of novelist Linda L. Richards, Michael was raised in both British Columbia and California. He trained at the Neighborhood Playhouse in New York City, where he built the foundation for his lifelong commitment to the craft. On screen, he has appeared in series such as The Flash and Supernatural, as well as in feature films including Roland Emmerich's 2012 and the cult thriller Even Lambs Have Teeth.
Filmography
Remarkably Bright Creatures
Will
Devil on Campus: The Larry Ray Story
David
Re:Uniting
Ben
The Irrational
David
The Mother
Zoe's Adopted Dad
So Help Me Todd
Dominic Kimble
Open by Christmas
Jeremy
Sweet Autumn
Jonathan Richardson
You're Bacon Me Crazy
Tim
Hearts of Winter
Joel
Ruby Herring Mysteries: Her Last Breath
Nick
Gates of Paradise
Logan Stonewall
Overboard
Rich Client
Concrete Evidence: A Fixer Upper Mystery
Brad Jones
Travelers
Dale
Chesapeake Shores
Wes Winters
Bridal Wave
Ames
Even Lambs Have Teeth
Jason
Autumn Dreams
Joe
Text to Kill
John
The Flash
Paulson
Signed, Sealed, Delivered
Cameron
Harvey's Dream
Frank Freidmans
The Big Year
Vicki's Fiancée (uncredited)
Bringing Ashley Home
Toby
Fairly Legal
Sam Balfus
Lying to Be Perfect
Josh
V
Will Lerner
Stargate Universe
Major Peterson
Fringe
Translucent Man
Making Mr. Right
Sean
Supernatural
Doug Kontos
The Twilight Zone
Orderly
Smallville
William Tate
Stargate SG-1
Guardsman