TV Shows - Richard Dreyfuss
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on July 02, 2025. Richard Dreyfuss has appeared in 8 television series with data.
#21Family Guyas Richard Dreyfuss / Narrator (voice) • 1 episode • #21 most popular showFamily Guy is an animated sitcom that revolves around the dysfunctional Griffin family. Set in the fictional town of Quahog, Rhode Island, the show follows the everyday lives of Peter Griffin, his wife Lois, their children Meg, Chris, and Stewie, and their talking anthropomorphic dog Brian. With its irreverent humor and satirical take on American culture, Family Guy has become known for its cutaway gags and pop culture references. The show tackles a wide range of topics and often pushes the boundaries of comedy, making it a favorite among fans of animated adult comedy.- #21Family Guyas Richard Dreyfuss (voice) • 1 episode • #21 most popular showFamily Guy is an animated sitcom that revolves around the dysfunctional Griffin family. Set in the fictional town of Quahog, Rhode Island, the show follows the everyday lives of Peter Griffin, his wife Lois, their children Meg, Chris, and Stewie, and their talking anthropomorphic dog Brian. With its irreverent humor and satirical take on American culture, Family Guy has become known for its cutaway gags and pop culture references. The show tackles a wide range of topics and often pushes the boundaries of comedy, making it a favorite among fans of animated adult comedy.
#51The Daily Showas Self • 1 episode • #51 most popular showThe Daily Show is an American late-night program that combines comedy with satire to dissect current events, politics, and media. Known for its humorous take on the news, the show features a team of correspondents who contribute to segments and interviews.
#169Saturday Night Liveas Self - Host • 1 episode • #169 most popular showSaturday Night Live (SNL) is a live sketch comedy and variety show that has been a staple of American television since its debut in 1975. The show features a talented ensemble cast who perform a series of comedic sketches, musical performances, and celebrity impressions. SNL is known for its satirical commentary on current events and pop culture, often pushing the boundaries of social and political humor. With a new episode airing every Saturday night, SNL has become a cultural phenomenon and has launched the careers of numerous comedy legends.
#675Bewitched1 episode • #675 most popular show'Bewitched' is an American fantasy sitcom centered around the life of Samantha Stephens, a witch married to an ordinary mortal, Darrin Stephens. The series highlights the comedic tensions that arise from Samantha's attempts to balance her magical heritage with her marital promise to refrain from using witchcraft in their suburban life, often complicated by her meddlesome mother, Endora.
#1,025Weedsas Warren Schiff • 4 episodes • #1,025 most popular showWeeds is an American dark comedy-drama television series that follows the life of Nancy Botwin, a newly widowed mother, as she turns to selling cannabis in order to maintain her family's upper-middle-class lifestyle in suburban Los Angeles. Throughout the series, Nancy's venture affects her family and neighbors as she dives deeper into the drug trade.
#1,555The Tonight Show with Jay Leno1 episode • #1,555 most popular showThe Tonight Show with Jay Leno is a late-night talk show hosted by comedian Jay Leno. Part of the renowned Tonight Show franchise, the show was broadcast from NBC Studios in Burbank, California. It featured a mix of comedy segments, interviews, and musical performances, sticking to a format similar to its predecessors. Jay Leno premiered as the host in 1992 after Johnny Carson's retirement and continued until 2009, with a subsequent run from 2010 to 2014.
#1,730The Viewas Self • 2 episodes • #1,730 most popular showThe View is an American daytime talk show airing on ABC that features a diverse panel of female co-hosts. These co-hosts engage in discussions on current sociopolitical issues, entertainment, and hot topics of the day, in addition to conducting interviews with celebrities and public figures. The show is known for its multi-generational lineup and varying perspectives.
Movies - Richard Dreyfuss
Sorted by online popularity. Richard Dreyfuss has appeared in 39 movies with data.
#30Jawsas Matt Hooper • #30 most popular movieJaws is a 1975 American thriller film directed by Steven Spielberg, based on a novel by Peter Benchley. It follows the story of a police chief, a marine biologist, and a shark hunter as they hunt a man-eating great white shark terrorizing a beach resort town.
#128Stand by Meas The Writer • #128 most popular movieStand by Me is a 1986 American coming-of-age drama film directed by Rob Reiner, based on Stephen King's novella The Body. The story follows four boys from Oregon as they embark on a journey to find the body of a missing boy, encountering various challenges and forming a deep bond along the way.
#614American Graffitias Curt Henderson • #614 most popular movieAmerican Graffiti is a 1973 American coming-of-age comedy-drama film set in Modesto, California, following a group of teenagers on a night of cruising and rock 'n' roll in 1962.
#700Close Encounters of the Third Kindas Roy Neary • #700 most popular movieClose Encounters of the Third Kind is a 1977 American science fiction drama film directed by Steven Spielberg, following the story of an electricity linesman who becomes obsessed with a mysterious encounter in the wilderness.
#824The Graduateas Boarding House Resident (uncredited) • #824 most popular movieThe Graduate is a 1967 American independent romantic comedy-drama film directed by Mike Nichols, based on the novel of the same name by Charles Webb. It follows the story of Benjamin Braddock, a young college graduate entangled in a love triangle involving an older woman and her daughter.
#1,543REDas Alexander Dunning • #1,543 most popular movieRed is a 2010 American action comedy film loosely inspired by the DC Comics limited series. It follows retired CIA black ops agent Frank Moses as he reunites with his old team to uncover a conspiracy that threatens their lives.
#2,150Alwaysas Pete Sandich • #2,150 most popular movieAlways is a 1989 American romantic fantasy film about an aerial firefighter who faces supernatural consequences after risking his life for a final mission. Starring Richard Dreyfuss, the movie follows Pete as he navigates love, friendship, and the perils of firefighting.
#2,311James and the Giant Peachas Centipede (voice) • #2,311 most popular movieJames and the Giant Peach is a 1996 musical fantasy animated film based on the novel by Roald Dahl, directed by Henry Selick. The story follows a young orphan named James who embarks on a magical journey inside a giant peach.
#2,408Poseidonas Richard Nelson • #2,408 most popular moviePoseidon is a 2006 American action disaster film directed by Wolfgang Petersen. It is a loose remake of the 1972 film The Poseidon Adventure, based on Paul Gallico's 1969 novel. The story revolves around the dramatic survival efforts of passengers on a luxury ocean liner after it is capsized by a colossal wave.
#2,486Piranha 3Das Matthew Boyd • #2,486 most popular moviePiranha 3D is a 2010 horror comedy film that follows the annual Spring Break celebration in Lake Victoria, Arizona, which turns into a nightmare when an earthquake unleashes a swarm of ancient, carnivorous piranhas into the waters, posing a deadly threat to the revelers and residents alike.
#2,603W.as Dick Cheney • #2,603 most popular movieW. is a 2008 American biographical comedy-drama film based on the life of George W. Bush, directed by Oliver Stone and starring Josh Brolin. The movie explores Bush's life, including his personal struggles, triumphs, and the critical events that led to the decision to invade Iraq.
#2,798Postcards from the Edgeas Doctor Frankenthal • #2,798 most popular movie
#2,808Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Deadas The Player • #2,808 most popular movieRosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead is a 1990 period black comedy film written and directed by Tom Stoppard, based on his play of the same name.
#3,008What About Bob?as Dr. Leo Marvin • #3,008 most popular movieWhat About Bob? is a 1991 American black comedy film about a mentally unstable patient who follows his egotistical psychotherapist on vacation, causing chaos and comedic situations.
#3,023The American Presidentas Senator Rumson • #3,023 most popular movieThe American President is a 1995 romantic comedy-drama film directed by Rob Reiner, starring Michael Douglas as widowed President Andrew Shepherd pursuing a relationship with lobbyist Sydney Ellen Wade in Washington, D.C.
#3,606Mr. Holland's Opusas Glenn Holland • #3,606 most popular movieMr. Holland's Opus is a 1995 American drama film about a musician turned high school music teacher who aspires to compose his magnum opus while impacting the lives of his students.
#4,621Stakeoutas Det. Chris Lecce • #4,621 most popular movieStakeout is a 1987 American buddy cop action comedy film that follows two detectives assigned to stake out the home of an escaped convict's ex-girlfriend, leading to unexpected twists and romance.
#5,129Down and Out in Beverly Hillsas Dave Whiteman • #5,129 most popular movieDown and Out in Beverly Hills is a 1986 American comedy film that revolves around a wealthy couple living in Beverly Hills whose lives take an unexpected turn when they rescue a homeless man attempting suicide in their swimming pool.
#5,355Paranoiaas Frank Cassidy • #5,355 most popular movieParanoia is a 2013 American thriller film directed by Robert Luketic, based on the 2004 novel of the same name by Joseph Finder. It stars Liam Hemsworth, Gary Oldman, Amber Heard, and Harrison Ford. The plot follows an entry-level employee who must spy on his boss's old mentor to secure a multi-billion dollar advantage.
#5,527Sweetwateras Maurice Podoloff • #5,527 most popular movieSweetwater is a crime thriller film directed by Logan Miller. The film follows a young woman named Sarah, who becomes entangled in a violent conflict when a ruthless preacher and a deranged sheriff set their sights on her. With her life and freedom at stake, Sarah must fight for survival in the unforgiving desert. Sweetwater is filled with suspenseful moments, captivating performances, and a gripping storyline that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
#5,560Tin Menas Bill 'BB' Babowsky • #5,560 most popular movieTin Men is a 1987 American comedy film that follows the rivalry between two aluminum siding salesmen in 1963 Baltimore after a minor car accident.
#5,627The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitzas Duddy • #5,627 most popular movieThe Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz is a 1974 Canadian comedy-drama film following the ambitious Duddy Kravitz, a young Jewish man in Montreal striving to establish his place in society, amidst evolving relationships and societal challenges.
#5,787Silent Fallas Dr. Jake Rainer • #5,787 most popular movieSilent Fall is a 1994 American psychological thriller film about an autistic boy who is the sole witness to his parents' brutal murder, leading to a therapist's involvement to unravel the mystery.
#6,108Night Falls on Manhattanas Sam Vigoda • #6,108 most popular movie
#6,110Nutsas Aaron Levinsky • #6,110 most popular movieNuts is a 1987 American legal drama film starring Barbra Streisand and Richard Dreyfuss, based on a play by Tom Topor.
#6,132Leaves of Grassas Pug Rothbaum • #6,132 most popular movieLeaves of Grass is a 2009 American black comedy film written and directed by Tim Blake Nelson. It stars Edward Norton as twin brothers, alongside Richard Dreyfuss, Nelson, Susan Sarandon, Melanie Lynskey and Keri Russell. The plot revolves around an Ivy League professor who returns to his hometown, only to discover that his twin brother, a marijuana grower, has devised a scheme to confront a local drug kingpin.
#6,271My Life in Ruinsas Irv Gideon • #6,271 most popular movieMy Life in Ruins is a 2009 romantic-comedy film directed by Donald Petrie. The story revolves around Georgia, a Greek tour guide who leads a quirky group of tourists around Greece while rediscovering her passion for life.
#6,423Moon Over Paradoras Jack Noah • #6,423 most popular movieMoon Over Parador is a 1988 American romantic comedy film about a little-known actor hired to impersonate a deceased Latin American dictator in the fictional country of Parador.
#6,618Krippendorf's Tribeas Prof. Krippendorf • #6,618 most popular movieKrippendorf's Tribe is a 1998 American comedy film about an anthropologist who fabricates a lost New Guinea tribe to cover up misused grant money.
#6,657Fail Safeas President • #6,657 most popular movieFail Safe is a 2000 televised broadcast play, based on the Cold War novel by Eugene Burdick and Harvey Wheeler. The intense drama unfolds as a U.S. bomber receives a deadly order during the height of Cold War tensions.
#6,792Mad Dog Timeas Vic • #6,792 most popular movieMad Dog Time is a 1996 American ensemble crime comedy film featuring an underworld of armed criminals in swanky nightclubs, where shootouts take place behind desks. The story follows Mickey Holliday, the top enforcer for a mob boss, navigating dangerous relationships with two sisters as rival gangs attempt to seize power.
#6,863Another Stakeoutas Det. Chris Lecce • #6,863 most popular movieAnother Stakeout is a 1993 American buddy cop action comedy film featuring Richard Dreyfuss, Emilio Estevez, and Rosie O'Donnell. The plot follows two detectives assigned to stake out a lakeside home in search of a Mafia trial witness.
#6,979Lost in Yonkersas Louie Kurnitz • #6,979 most popular movieLost in Yonkers is a 1993 American film adaptation of Neil Simon's Pulitzer Prize-winning play, directed by Martha Coolidge.
#6,997Whose Life Is It Anyway?as Ken Harrison • #6,997 most popular movieWhose Life Is It Anyway? is a thought-provoking American drama film that delves into the complex ethical and moral questions surrounding the right to end one's life.
#7,040Waking Sleeping Beautyas David 'Dave' Whiteman (archive footage) • #7,040 most popular movieWaking Sleeping Beauty is a 2009 American documentary film that chronicles the tumultuous period from 1984 to 1994, known as the Disney Renaissance. Directed by Disney film producer Don Hahn and narrated by animator Don Hahn, the documentary relies on archival interviews, press kit footage, and personal videos to capture the resurgence of Walt Disney Feature Animation.
#7,604Once Aroundas Sam Sharpe • #7,604 most popular movieOnce Around is a 1991 American romantic comedy-drama film revolving around Renata Bella, a young woman who falls in love with older salesman Sam Sharpe, leading to conflicts within her close-knit family.
#7,810The Buddy Systemas Joe • #7,810 most popular movieThe Buddy System is a 1984 American romantic comedy film featuring Richard Dreyfuss, Susan Sarandon, and Wil Wheaton. The story revolves around a school truant officer who befriends a young boy and his mother after uncovering the boy's attempt to fake his residential address.
#7,974The Lightkeepersas Seth • #7,974 most popular movieThe Lightkeepers is a 2009 American romantic comedy film set in 1912 on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. It follows the story of two lighthouse attendants who had pledged to avoid women until two women arrive for their summer vacation.
#8,227Prisoner of Honoras Col. Picquart • #8,227 most popular movie
Richard Dreyfuss Biography
Richard Stephen Dreyfuss (né Dreyfus) is an American actor born on October 29, 1947, in Brooklyn. He gained fame in the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s for his roles in popular films such as American Graffiti (1973), Jaws (1975), and Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977). Dreyfuss won the Academy Award for Best Actor in 1977 for his performance in The Goodbye Girl, making him the youngest-ever actor, at the age of 30, to win the award. He also received nominations for his roles in Mr. Holland's Opus (1995) and The Education of Max Bickford. Dreyfuss has also been recognized with a Golden Globe and a BAFTA for his contributions to the entertainment industry.
