Richard Edson

Richard Edson

Born:January 1, 1954

Place of Birth:New Rochelle, New York, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Richard Edson, a multi-talented American actor and musician, was born on January 1, 1954, in New Rochelle, New York, into a Jewish family. Edson's artistic journey began in the realm of music, where he showcased his skills as a drummer and trumpeter. In 1979, he co-founded The Alterboys, an avant-garde band from San Francisco, before joining Sonic Youth as their original drummer from 1981 to 1982. His musical prowess extended to playing trumpet for The Offs, demonstrating his versatility and passion for the arts.

Transitioning seamlessly from the music scene to the silver screen, Edson made his acting debut in the critically acclaimed film "Stranger Than Paradise" in 1984. This marked the beginning of a successful acting career that would see him become a familiar face in Hollywood. His notable roles in iconic films such as "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" (1986), "Do The Right Thing" (1989), "Super Mario Bros." (1993), and "Strange Days" (1995) solidified his reputation as a versatile and talented actor.

Throughout his acting career, Richard Edson has captivated audiences with his unique presence and ability to bring characters to life on screen. His performances have garnered praise for their authenticity and depth, showcasing his range as an actor. Edson's contributions to cinema have left an indelible mark on the industry, earning him a place among the respected talents of his generation.

Beyond his on-screen accomplishments, Edson's passion for music continues to be a driving force in his life. His experiences as a musician have undoubtedly influenced his approach to acting, imbuing his performances with a rhythmic and dynamic energy that sets him apart. This fusion of music and acting has shaped Edson's artistic identity, allowing him to explore new creative horizons and push boundaries in his craft.

Richard Edson's legacy as both a musician and actor is a testament to his dedication to the arts and his unwavering commitment to his craft. His ability to seamlessly navigate between the worlds of music and film speaks to his versatility and talent, making him a revered figure in both industries. As he continues to captivate audiences with his performances, Richard Edson remains a dynamic force in entertainment, leaving an enduring impact on all who have the pleasure of experiencing his work.

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Richard Edson
Richard Edson

Filmography

Acting

Platoon

Platoon

Sal

1986

As a young and naive recruit in Vietnam, Chris Taylor faces a moral crisis when confronted with the horrors of war and the duality of man.
Ferris Bueller's Day Off

Ferris Bueller's Day Off

Garage Attendant

1986

After high school slacker Ferris Bueller successfully fakes an illness in order to skip school for the day, he goes on a series of adventures throughout Chicago with his girlfriend Sloane and best friend Cameron, all the while trying to outwit his wily school principal and fed-up sister.
Strange Days

Strange Days

Tick

1995

Former policeman Lenny Nero has moved into a more lucrative trade: the illegal sale of virtual reality-like recordings that allow users to experience the emotions and past experiences of others. While they typically contain tawdry incidents, Nero is shocked when he receives one showing a murder.
Howard the Duck

Howard the Duck

Ritchie

1986

A scientific experiment unknowingly brings extraterrestrial life forms to the Earth through a laser beam. First is the cigar-smoking drake, Howard, from the duck's planet. A few kids try to keep him from the greedy scientists and help him back to his planet, but then a much less friendly being arrives through the beam...
Do the Right Thing

Do the Right Thing

Vito

1989

Salvatore "Sal" Fragione is the Italian owner of a pizzeria in Brooklyn. A neighborhood local, Buggin' Out, becomes upset when he sees that the pizzeria's Wall of Fame exhibits only Italian actors. Buggin' Out believes a pizzeria in a black neighborhood should showcase black actors, but Sal disagrees. The wall becomes a symbol of racism and hate to Buggin' Out and to other people in the neighborhood, and tensions rise.
Super Mario Bros.

Super Mario Bros.

Spike

1993

Mario and Luigi, plumbers from Brooklyn, find themselves in an alternate universe where evolved dinosaurs live in hi-tech squalor. They're the only hope to save our universe from invasion by the dino dictator, Koopa.
Starsky & Hutch

Starsky & Hutch

Monix

2004

Join uptight David Starsky and laid-back Ken "Hutch" Hutchinson as they're paired for the first time as undercover cops. The new partners must overcome their differences to solve an important case with help from street informant Huggy Bear and persuasive criminal Reese Feldman.
Good Morning, Vietnam

Good Morning, Vietnam

Pvt. Abersold

1987

A disk jockey goes to Vietnam to work for the Armed Forces Radio Service. While he becomes popular among the troops, his superiors disapprove of his humor.
Black Dynamite

Black Dynamite

Dino

2009

This is the story of 1970s African-American action legend Black Dynamite. The Man killed his brother, pumped heroin into local orphanages, and flooded the ghetto with adulterated malt liquor. Black Dynamite was the one hero willing to fight The Man all the way from the blood-soaked city streets to the hallowed halls of the Honky House.
Desperately Seeking Susan

Desperately Seeking Susan

Man With Newspapers

1985

A bored New Jersey suburban housewife's fascination with a free-spirited woman she has read about in the personal columns leads to her being mistaken for the woman herself and into a chaotic adventure of amnesia and self-discovery.
3 from Hell

3 from Hell

Carlos Perro

2019

After barely surviving a furious shootout with the police, Baby Firefly, Otis Driftwood and Captain Spaulding are behind bars. But pure evil cannot be contained. Teaming up with Otis’ half-brother Winslow, the demented Firefly clan escape to unleash a whole new wave of murder, madness and mayhem.
Eight Men Out

Eight Men Out

Billy Maharg

1988

Buck Weaver and Hap Felsch are young idealistic players on the Chicago White Sox, a pennant-winning team owned by Charles Comiskey - a penny-pinching, hands-on manager who underpays his players and treats them with disdain. And when gamblers and hustlers discover that Comiskey's demoralized players are ripe for a money-making scheme, one by one the team members agree to throw the World Series. But when the White Sox are defeated, a couple of sports writers smell a fix and a national scandal explodes, ripping the cover off America's favorite pastime.
Stranger Than Paradise

Stranger Than Paradise

Eddie

1984

A Hungarian immigrant, his friend, and his cousin go on an unpredictable adventure across America.
Purgatory

Purgatory

Euripides

1999

An outlaw band flees a posse and rides into Refuge, a small town where no one carries a gun, drinks, or swears. The town is actually Purgatory, and the peaceful inhabitants are all famous dead outlaws and criminals such as Doc Holiday and Wild Bill Hickok who must redeem themselves before gaining admittance to Heaven... or screw up and go to Hell.
The Astronaut Farmer

The Astronaut Farmer

Chopper Miller

2007

Texan Charles Farmer left the Air Force as a young man to save the family ranch when his dad died. Like most American ranchers, he owes his bank. Unlike most, he's an astrophysicist with a rocket in his barn - one he's built and wants to take into space. It's his dream. The FBI puts him under surveillance when he tries to buy rocket fuel, and the FAA stalls him when he files a flight plan – but Charles is undeterred.

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