Evan Richards

Evan Richards

50 · Born: Mar 25, 1975

Personal Details

BornMar 25, 1975 Los Angeles, California, USA
Parents
  • Diana Darrin
  • Normand Richards

Biography

Evan is an extraordinary individual whose remarkable talents extend across multiple creative disciplines, effortlessly juggling the demands of both acting and filmmaking/producing with aplomb.

As an accomplished actor, he has had the privilege of showcasing his remarkable range by starring or co-starring in a diverse array of film and television projects, boasting an impressive repertoire that includes notable roles in productions such as the critically acclaimed "Down and Out in Beverly Hills" and the beloved television series "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventures".

Evan's creative endeavors as a filmmaker have been met with significant recognition, his body of work accumulating a impressive array of accolades and platforms for exhibition. Notably, his short film "Woman X" secured a prestigious shortlisting for a BAFTA award, subsequently premiering on both HBO and Starz. Additionally, his short film "Cloud Nine", which Evan wrote and starred in, was a finalist at the Skky Vodka Short Film Festival, and its exclusive broadcast was courtesy of HBO. Furthermore, Evan's directorial debut, "In a Day", a feature film that he both wrote and directed, enjoyed a successful festival run, garnering numerous awards and being picked up for distribution by IFC Films.

Evan's most recent creative endeavors as writer and director have culminated in the production of several captivating short films, showcasing his versatility and mastery of the craft. One such endeavor, "There's a Monster Behind You", made its highly anticipated premiere at the prestigious Telluride Horror Show Film Festival, where it garnered widespread acclaim and took home the coveted award for Best Horror Comedy Short film at the Oregon Scream Week Film Festival.

Furthermore, Evan's second short film, "Two People, One Ring", premiered at the esteemed CineKink Film Festival in NYC, earning recognition and praise from industry professionals and audiences alike. This critically acclaimed short film went on to receive a well-deserved nomination for Best Short Film at the British Independent Film Festival, as well as a nod for Best Actress at the Portland Comedy Film Festival.

In a testament to Evan's growing reputation as a talented writer and director, both short films had the privilege of being broadcast on the ShortsTV channel in 2020, further expanding their reach and impact.

Career

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1999
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1995
Mute Witness
Mute Witness as Andy Clarke
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1992
Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventures
Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventures as Bill S. Preston, Esq.
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1991
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Dream Machine
Dream Machine as Brent Meese
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Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventures
Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventures as Bill S. Preston (voice)
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1989
Society
Society as Milo
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1986
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ABC Weekend Specials
ABC Weekend Specials as Ralph (voice)
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1983
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1980
Altered States
Altered States as Young Rosenberg
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1982
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2006
In a Day
In a Day as Director, Writer