Robert Ridgely
Known for
A career spanning 63+ years and 78+ titles makes Robert Ridgely one of the trade's long-distance runners. his Walter Kenton in 'Philadelphia' ranks among the most remembered of his filmography. Comedy has been his most frequent territory.
Robert Ridgely
33 Movies
45 Series
A career spanning 63+ years and 78+ titles makes Robert Ridgely one of the trade's long-distance runners. his Walter Kenton in 'Philadelphia' ranks among the most remembered of his filmography. Comedy has been his most frequent territory.
Movies
Plays The Colonel James
Boogie Nights
1997
Plays Walter Kenton
Philadelphia
1993
Plays Mayor Egan
Beverly Hills Cop II
1987
Plays The Hangman
Robin Hood: Men in Tights
1993
Plays Hollywood Showcase Announcer
That Thing You Do!
1996
Plays Simon
Fire Down Below
1997
Plays Keno Bar Manager
Hard Eight
1997
Plays Laura's Father
Multiplicity
1996
Plays Richard Graves
Something Wild
1986
Plays Bob Burley
The Ref
1994
Plays Flasher
High Anxiety
1977
Plays Fergueson
Life Stinks
1991
Plays Craig Davis
The Wild Life
1984
Plays George Kailo
How I Got Into College
1989
Plays (voice)
The Nine Lives of Fritz the Cat
1974
Plays Wally "Mr. Love" Williams
Melvin and Howard
1980
Plays Car Salesman / Man at Bus Stop / Negro Gentleman / Big Fag / Police Officer / Tank (voice)
Down and Dirty Duck
1974
Plays Jack Horner
The Dirk Diggler Story
1988
Plays Finch (voice)
Daisy-Head Mayzie
1995
Plays Pirate / Pieman / Sneeze (voice)
Puff, the Magic Dragon
1978
Plays Jack-in-the-Box (voice)
The Mouse and His Child
1977
Plays Sergeant Mack
Chrome and Hot Leather
1971
Plays Flash Gordon (voice)
Flash Gordon: The Greatest Adventure of All
1982
Plays Cop
Swap Meet
1979
Plays Baron Munchausen / Snake / Cowboy / Prosecuting Attorney (voice)
Puff the Magic Dragon: The Land of the Living Lies
1979
Plays Mr. Nobody / Guard (voice)
Puff the Magic Dragon: The Incredible Mr. Nobody
1982
Plays Herman the Horrible (voice)
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Planet of the Turtleoids
1991
TV Shows
Plays Mr. Kelp
Snorks
1984
Plays Tarzan (voice)
Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle
1976
Plays Flash Gordon / Prince Barin (voice)
Flash Gordon
1979
Plays Mighty Paw (voice)
Paw Paws
1985
Plays Thundarr (voice)
Thundarr the Barbarian
1980
Plays General Ross (voice)
The Incredible Hulk
1982
Plays Mike Summit (voice)
Sky Commanders
1987
Plays Narrator (voice)
Space Cats
1991
Plays Cliff Hamilton
Domestic Life
1984
Plays Pitfall Harry (voice)
Saturday Supercade
1983
Plays Pitfall Harry
Pitfall
1983
Plays Groundchuck (voice)
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
1987
Plays Carter Brooks
Coach
1989
Plays Whipple
Kung Fu
1972
Plays Big Jack
Hunter
1984
Plays Sheriff Potgut (voice)
Tom & Jerry Kids Show
1990
Plays Commander (voice)
Dexter's Laboratory
1996
Plays (voice)
Alvin and the Chipmunks
1983
Plays Frankie Romano
Charles in Charge
1984
Plays Dave Wickerman
WKRP in Cincinnati
1978
Plays Dr. Harley Street (voice)
SWAT Kats: The Radical Squadron
1993
Plays Elevator Repair Man
The Bob Newhart Show
1972
Plays Bruce Gordon
Newhart
1982
Plays Dracula
Get Smart
1965
Plays Cougar Norris
Sea Hunt
1958
Plays Madman (voice)
Batman: The Animated Series
1992
Plays Dan McVeay
Kraft Suspense Theatre
1963
Plays Lt. Reed
Maverick
1957
Plays Dr. Chunks (voice)
Cow and Chicken
1997
Plays Director (voice)
TaleSpin
1990
Latest Trailers
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Boogie Nights
Full Filmography
Boogie Nights
The Colonel James
1997
Film
Cow and Chicken
Dr. Chunks (voice) · 1 episode
1997–
TV
Fire Down Below
Simon
1997
Film
Hard Eight
Keno Bar Manager
1997
Film
That Thing You Do!
Hollywood Showcase Announcer
1996
Film
Multiplicity
Laura's Father
1996
Film
Dexter's Laboratory
Commander (voice) · 2 episodes
1996–
TV
Dumb and Dumber
Colonel Hopkins / Policeman (voice) · 1 episode
1995–
TV
Ned & Stacey
Al Nolan · 1 episode
1995–
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Robert Ridgely still alive?
Robert Ridgely passed away on February 8, 1997 at age 65.
What are the most famous roles of Robert Ridgely?
Robert Ridgely is best known for roles in Philadelphia, Boogie Nights, Beverly Hills Cop II.
How many movies has Robert Ridgely been in?
Over a 34-year career (since 1963), Robert Ridgely has appeared in 33 movies and 44 TV shows.
What was Robert Ridgely's first movie?
The career of Robert Ridgely began with Mary, Mary (1963).
What is Robert Ridgely's most recent movie or series?
Robert Ridgely's most recent release is Boogie Nights, which premiered on October 7, 1997.
What TV shows has Robert Ridgely appeared in?
On television, Robert Ridgely has appeared in Batman: The Animated Series, Dexter's Laboratory, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, DuckTales.
Robert Ridgely
1931-12-24 · Teaneck, New Jersey, USA
Robert Ridgely (December 24, 1931 – February 8, 1997) was an American actor, known for both on-camera roles and extensive voice-over work.