Don Rickles
Known for
A legendary American stand-up comedian nicknamed 'Mr. Warmth' for his ferocious insult comedy, Don Rickles conquered nightclubs, television and Las Vegas for over half a century. Late in life he found a whole new audience voicing the sardonic Mr. Potato Head across the 'Toy Story' films, beginning with 'Toy Story' (1995). On screen he was a memorable presence in Martin Scorsese's 'Casino' (1995), playing casino manager Billy Sherbert. Until his death in 2017, the Queens-born entertainer remained a beloved comic institution whose rapid-fire, no-holds-barred wit made him one of America's most cherished comedians.
Don Rickles
34 Movies
29 Series
A legendary American stand-up comedian nicknamed 'Mr. Warmth' for his ferocious insult comedy, Don Rickles conquered nightclubs, television and Las Vegas for over half a century. Late in life he found a whole new audience voicing the sardonic Mr. Potato Head across the 'Toy Story' films, beginning with 'Toy Story' (1995). On screen he was a memorable presence in Martin Scorsese's 'Casino' (1995), playing casino manager Billy Sherbert. Until his death in 2017, the Queens-born entertainer remained a beloved comic institution whose rapid-fire, no-holds-barred wit made him one of America's most cherished comedians.
Movies
Plays Mr. Potato Head (voice)
Toy Story
1995
Plays Mr. Potato Head (voice)
Toy Story 4
2019
Plays Mr. Potato Head (voice)
Toy Story 2
1999
Plays Mr. Potato Head (voice)
Toy Story 3
2010
Plays Billy Sherbert
Casino
1995
Plays Staff Sergeant "Crapgame"
Kelly's Heroes
1970
Plays Mr. Potato Head (voice)
Hawaiian Vacation
2011
Plays Mr. Potato Head (voice)
Toy Story That Time Forgot
2014
Plays Frog (voice)
Zookeeper
2011
Plays Mr. Potato Head (voice)
Small Fry
2011
Plays Cornwall (voice)
Quest for Camelot
1998
Plays Mr. Potato Head (voice)
Partysaurus Rex
2012
Plays Emmanuel 'Manny' Bergman
Innocent Blood
1992
Plays Comedian on TV
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot
1974
Plays Hamilton
Dirty Work
1998
Plays George Wilson
Dennis the Menace Strikes Again!
1998
Plays Quartermaster 1st Class Ruby
Run Silent, Run Deep
1958
Plays Crane
X: The Man with the X-Ray Eyes
1963
Plays Nellie
The Rat Race
1960
Plays Jack Fanny
Muscle Beach Party
1964
Plays Big Drag
Bikini Beach
1964
Plays “Big Bang” The Martian
Pajama Party
1964
Plays Big Drop
Beach Blanket Bingo
1965
Plays Willie
Where It's At
1969
Plays Harry Hamburger
Enter Laughing
1967
Plays The Boss (voice)
Redux Riding Hood
1997
Plays Jake Barber
Keaton's Cop
1990
Plays Harry Darkwater
The Money Jungle
1967
Plays Mike O'Halloran
The Rabbit Trap
1959
Plays Mr. Potato Head (Voice)
Toy Story of Terror!
2013
TV Shows
Plays C.P.O. Otto Sharkey
C.P.O. Sharkey
1976
Plays Al Mitchell
Daddy Dearest
1993
Plays Self
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
1968
Plays Self
Kraft Music Hall
1958
Plays Sid Krimm
Get Smart
1965
Plays Lyle Delp
The Dick Van Dyke Show
1961
Plays Bobby
Hot in Cleveland
2010
Plays Newton Monroe
The Andy Griffith Show
1960
Plays Lou Kronkeit
Burke's Law
1963
Plays Dave Malloy
Cain's Hundred
1961
Plays Dr. Dick Sloan
The Single Guy
1995
Plays Don Rickles
The Bernie Mac Show
2001
Plays Eddie Rickles
The Lucy Show
1962
Plays Don Rickles / Priest
The Unit
2006
Plays Fred
The Beverly Hillbillies
1962
Plays Mr. Ingels, Ventriloquist
Tales from the Crypt
1989
Plays Sgt. Mason
Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.
1964
Plays Harold Schwan
Hunter
1984
Plays Bettor
The Twilight Zone
1959
Plays Asmodeus
The Wild Wild West
1965
Plays Leo Mazinov
Run for Your Life
1965
Plays Claude
The Addams Family
1964
Plays Announcer
The DuPont Show with June Allyson
1959
Plays Mr. Potato Head (voice)
Buzz Lightyear Mission Logs
2010
Plays Max
Gimme a Break!
1981
Plays Kiski
I Dream of Jeannie
1965
Plays Don Rickles
The Mothers-in-Law
1967
Plays Don Rickles
The Larry Sanders Show
1992
Plays Spencer Rusin
Medical Center
1969
Latest Trailers
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Toy Story 4
Full Filmography
Toy Story 4
Mr. Potato Head (voice)
2019
Film
Toy Story That Time Forgot
Mr. Potato Head (voice)
2014
Film
Toy Story of Terror!
Mr. Potato Head (Voice)
2013
Film
Partysaurus Rex
Mr. Potato Head (voice)
2012
Film
Small Fry
Mr. Potato Head (voice)
2011
Film
Zookeeper
Frog (voice)
2011
Film
Hawaiian Vacation
Mr. Potato Head (voice)
2011
Film
Toy Story 3
Mr. Potato Head (voice)
2010
Film
Hot in Cleveland
Bobby · 2 episodes
2010–
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Don Rickles still alive?
Don Rickles passed away on April 6, 2017 at age 90.
What are the most famous roles of Don Rickles?
Don Rickles is best known for roles in Toy Story, Toy Story 3, Toy Story 2.
How many movies has Don Rickles been in?
Over a 59-year career (since 1958), Don Rickles has appeared in 31 movies and 27 TV shows.
What was Don Rickles's first movie?
The career of Don Rickles began with Run Silent, Run Deep (1958).
What is Don Rickles's most recent movie or series?
Don Rickles's most recent release is Toy Story 4, which premiered on June 19, 2019.
What TV shows has Don Rickles appeared in?
On television, Don Rickles has appeared in The Twilight Zone, Tales from the Crypt, I Dream of Jeannie, The Daily Show.
Don Rickles
1926-05-08 · Queens, New York City, New York, USA
Donald Jay Rickles (May 8, 1926 – April 6, 2017) was an American stand-up comedian and actor, known primarily for his insult comedy. His film roles include Run Silent, Run Deep (1958), Enter Laughing (1967), Kelly's Heroes (1970), and Casino (1995).
From 1976 to 1978, Rickles had a two-season starring role in the NBC television sitcom C.P.O. Sharkey, having previously starred in two eponymous half-hour programs, an ABC variety show titled The Don Rickles Show (1968) and a CBS sitcom identically titled The Don Rickles Show (1972).