
Richard Donat
Known for Acting · 51 credits
- Born
- 1941-06-01
- Died
- 2026-03-28
- Place of birth
- Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada
Biography
Richard Donat (born 1 June 1941) was a Canadian actor, known for his work in Canadian and American television. He is well known for playing the character Vince Teagues in the Canadian–American TV series, Haven. Also known for his role in Emily of New Moon. Donat is the younger brother of Peter Donat and the nephew of British actor Robert Donat.
Known For
TV Shows (11)

NOVA
1974
as Narrator

Little House on the Prairie
1974
as Joe Dortmunder

Haven
2010
as Vince Teagues

Rookie Blue
2010
as Graham Ward

Republic of Doyle
2010
as James Bennett

Sullivan's Crossing
2023
as Roy Gunderson

Lexx
1997
as Megashadow Admiral

Hemlock Grove
2013
as McDougal

Ewoks
1985
as Deej (voice)
Blackfly
2001
as Colonel Boyle

Emily of New Moon
1998
as Dr. Burnley
Movies (40)

Amelia
2009
as Gallagher

The Healer
2017
as Larry

The Weight of Water
2001
as Mr. Plaisted

Heart of a Stranger
2002
as Phillip

Martha, Inc.: The Story of Martha Stewart
2003
as Kmart Exec

The Conclave
2006
as Cardinal Pietro Barbo

The House by the Lake
1976
as Policeman

City on Fire
1979
as Captain Harrison Risley

Trudeau
2002

Draw!
1984
as Sheriff Harmon

Blue Moon
1999
as Justice of the Peace

Phase IV
2002
as Karl Dean

Candles on Bay Street
2006
as Walter

Calm at Sunset
1996
as Peter McGuire

Tomorrow Never Comes
1978
as Ray

The Event
2003
as Undertaker

Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties
2024
as Big Hawk

Star Wars: Ewoks - Tales from the Endor Woods
1997
as Deej (voice)

Darwin's Darkest Hour
2009
as Dr. Robert Darwin

Deadly Betrayal: The Bruce Curtis Story
1992
as Jim Curtis

Pit Pony
1997
as Rory MacLean

The Secret
1992
as Shane

The Pilot's Wife
2002
as Father Paul

Net Worth
1995
as Jimmy Norris

Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas
2005
as Earl
The Suicide Murders
1985
as Vern Harrington

Promise the Moon
1997
as Wilbur Bennett

Cougar
1984
Dangerous Offender: The Marlene Moore Story
1996
as Robert Harris

Eldorado
1995
Dragonwheel
2002
as Reverend Matherson

Samuel Lount
1985
as Sheriff Jarvis

The Little Kidnappers
1990
as Hans Hooft

My American Cousin
1985
as Major Wilcox

Major Crime
1997
as Sgt. Hulce

I Worship His Shadow
1996
as Megashadow Admiral
Lure
2014
as Marshall Spencer

Mystery of the Megaflood
2005
as Narrator

Great Escape
2004
as Narrator

Clearing the Waters
2002
as Narrator (voice)
About Richard Donat
Richard Donat (born 1 June 1941) was a Canadian actor, known for his work in Canadian and American television. He is well known for playing the character Vince Teagues in the Canadian–American TV series, Haven. Also known for his role in Emily of New Moon. Donat is the younger brother of Peter Donat and the nephew of British actor Robert Donat. With 51 credits spanning from 1974 to 2024, Richard Donat has appeared in 40 films and 11 TV shows.
Fans searching for Richard Donat movies, Richard Donat filmography, or the latest projects starring Richard Donat can stream many of these titles on Bowood.TV, free and in HD, with no subscription required.
Most Popular Richard Donat Movies
- Amelia (2009) — as Gallagher
- The Healer (2017) — as Larry
- The Weight of Water (2001) — as Mr. Plaisted
- Heart of a Stranger (2002) — as Phillip
- Martha, Inc.: The Story of Martha Stewart (2003) — as Kmart Exec
Where to Watch Richard Donat Films
Most Richard Donat movies and series are available to stream on Bowood.TV in full HD, completely free and without signup. Browse the complete filmography above to jump directly to any title. For more films and the latest web series featuring Richard Donat, check our movies catalogue and browse page.