His most notable on-screen credits are:
* The Vicar of Dibley (1994-2007) - he played the character of Jim, the vicar's boyfriend.
* The Detectives (1993) - he played the role of a Police Sergeant.
* Lovejoy (1991) - he had a guest appearance in an episode of the popular British television series.
He is also known for his work as a writer and director on various television shows, including:
* The Vicar of Dibley
* Goodnight Sweetheart
* Absolutely Fabulous
* Birds of a Feather
He has also written several feature films, but these haven't garnered widespread recognition.
It's important to note that Richard Stubbs has primarily built his career on writing and directing. His acting roles are relatively few and mostly minor.