Robert Craighead
Known for
Robert Craighead is a screen veteran of the old school who arrived well before the current crop and stayed. Steady employment, rather than one breakout, gives the career its shape. The film 'The Return of the Living Dead' accounts for more of the public profile than anything else does. 'Cujo' counts among the more visible credits. He has worked in horror more often than in any other register.
Robert Craighead
22 Movies
17 Series
Robert Craighead is a screen veteran of the old school who arrived well before the current crop and stayed. Steady employment, rather than one breakout, gives the career its shape. The film 'The Return of the Living Dead' accounts for more of the public profile than anything else does. 'Cujo' counts among the more visible credits. He has worked in horror more often than in any other register.
Movies
Plays Mitchell Mahoney (voice)
Strange Darling
2024
Plays Cop #1
The Return of the Living Dead
1985
Plays Joe MaGruder
Cujo
1983
Plays Trucker
God Is a Bullet
2023
Plays Detective Lou Mass
The Mortuary Collection
2020
Plays Billy
Stormageddon
2015
Plays Lester
2 Lava 2 Lantula!
2016
Plays Carl
Dam Sharks!
2016
Plays Sheriff Flannigan
Crabs!
2021
Plays Franklin
The Last Heist
2016
Plays Lloyd
Halloweed
2016
Plays Jack Pardee
The Bear
1984
Plays Edwin Stanton
Saving Lincoln
2013
Plays Mr. Jarmusch
Hombrecito
2024
Plays Contisto
Firestorm
1996
Plays Marty Karlson
Zarkorr! The Invader
1996
Plays Kyle Allison
Painted Woman
2017
TV Shows
Plays Governor Harper
Miss Governor
2025
Plays Detective Vincent Skarsgaard
Future Man
2017
Plays Sergeant Clarke
New Girl
2011
Plays Chief Stebbins
Caper
2014
Plays Spike
Crowded
2016
Plays Captain Berg
Childrens Hospital
2008
Plays Simon Lewis
NCIS
2003
Plays Dwight
Why Women Kill
2019
Plays Wally Wisniewski
Rizzoli & Isles
2010
Plays Policeman
Wings
1990
Plays Gabe
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia
2005
Plays Happy Stan
9-1-1: Lone Star
2020
Plays Poker Buddy
Men Behaving Badly
1996
Plays Arthur Felder
Castle
2009
Plays Homeless Man
NCIS: Los Angeles
2009
Plays Surgeon
Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman
1993
Plays Tattoo Artist
The Millers
2013
Latest Trailers
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Winterset
Full Filmography
Winterset
John Barton
2025
Film
COMETS
Eldon
2025
Film
Miss Governor
Governor Harper · 16 episodes
2025–
TV
Hombrecito
Mr. Jarmusch
2024
Film
Strange Darling
Mitchell Mahoney (voice)
2024
Film
God Is a Bullet
Trucker
2023
Film
Crabs!
Sheriff Flannigan
2021
Film
9-1-1: Lone Star
Happy Stan · 1 episode
2020
TV
The Mortuary Collection
Detective Lou Mass
2020
Film
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Robert Craighead?
Robert Craighead is 65 years old, born on February 8, 1961.
What are the most famous roles of Robert Craighead?
Robert Craighead is best known for roles in The Return of the Living Dead, Cujo, Strange Darling.
How many movies has Robert Craighead been in?
Over a 43-year career (since 1983), Robert Craighead has appeared in 22 movies and 17 TV shows.
What was Robert Craighead's first movie?
The career of Robert Craighead began with Cujo (1983).
What is Robert Craighead's most recent movie or series?
Robert Craighead's most recent release is Winterset, which premiered on December 10, 2025.
What TV shows has Robert Craighead appeared in?
On television, Robert Craighead has appeared in NCIS, Castle, New Girl, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
Does Robert Craighead have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Robert Craighead's upcoming work includes: Bloom (2026).
Robert Craighead
1961-02-08
Robert Craighead is a screen veteran of the old school who arrived well before the current crop and stayed. Steady employment, rather than one breakout, gives the career its shape. The film 'The Return of the Living Dead' accounts for more of the public profile than anything else does. 'Cujo' counts among the more visible credits. He has worked in horror more often than in any other register.