Al Waxman
Born
March 2, 1935
Died
January 18, 2001 (65 years old)
Known For
Acting
Place of Birth
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Al Waxman was a prolific actor and director, leaving a mark on over 1000 productions in radio, television, film, and theatre. His role in "King of Kensington" stood out as a highlight among his successful Canadian TV series. Additionally, he starred in acclaimed series like "Cagney & Lacey," "Missing Treasures," and "Twice in a Lifetime." His theatrical ventures spanned from off-Broadway in New York to the West End in London, earning praise at the Stratford Festival for his performance as Willy Loman in "Death of a Salesman" and his direction of "The Diary of Anne Frank."
Waxman's accolades included ACTRA and Gemini awards for acting, and recognition from organizations like the American Women in Film for his directorial prowess. His commitment to various charitable causes, including the Canadian Cancer Society and the Heart & Stroke Foundation, showcased his dedication to social impact. His contributions were honoured with distinctions such as the Order of Ontario in 1996 and the Order of Canada in 1997.
Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows
Louis B. Mayer · (2 episodes)
2001
What Makes a Family
Frank Cataldi
2001
The Ride
Max Lieberman
2000
The Thin Blue Lie
Art Zugler
2000
Something from Nothing
Grandpa / Narrator / Yossi (voice)
1999
In the Company of Spies
Myron Sindell
1999
The Hurricane
Warden
1999
Twice in a Lifetime
Judge Othniel · (44 episodes)
1999
A Saintly Switch
Coach Beasily
1999
Naked City: A Killer Christmas
Burt
1998
Power Play
(4 episodes)
1998
At the End of the Day: The Sue Rodriguez Story
John Hofsess
1998
Twitch City
Homeless Man · (2 episodes)
1998
Critical Care
Sheldon Hatchett
1997
Rescuers: Stories of Courage - Two Women
Dr. Jakob Weinstock (segment "Mamusha")
1997
The Assignment
Carl Mickens - CIA
1997
Holiday Affair
Mr. Corley
1996
Bogus
School Principal
1996
Gotti
Bruce Cutler
1996
Noah's Magic Ark
(voice)
1996
The Shamrock Conspiracy
O'Connor
1995
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
Aguado (voice) · (1 episode)
1995
Iron Eagle on the Attack
Gen. Kettle
1995
Death Junction
Captain Jenkow
1995
Net Worth
Jack Adams
1995
Operation Golden Phoenix
Chief Gordon
1994
Cagney & Lacey: The Return
Lt. Samuels
1994
Due South
Vince Leggett · (1 episode)
1994
Due South
Nicholas Van Zandt · (1 episode)
1994
I Know My Son Is Alive
Herb
1994
Teamster Boss: The Jackie Presser Story
Allen
1992
Live Wire
James Garvey
1992
Quiet Killer
Mayor Andy Carmichael
1992
I Still Dream of Jeannie
Gen. Wescott
1991
Scream of Stone
Stephen
1991
The Hitman
Marco Luganni
1991
The Soulmates in the Gift of Light
(voice)
1991
Mob Story
Sam
1989
Millennium
Dr. Brindle
1989
Collision Course
Dingman
1989
Malarek
Stern
1988
Switching Channels
Berger
1988
Street Legal
(1 episode)
1987
Meatballs III: Summer Job
Peter
1986
The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Dale Linseman · (1 episode)
1985
Murder, She Wrote
Carl Wilson · (1 episode)
1984
Spasms
Crowley
1983
Philip Marlowe, Private Eye
Trimmer Waltz · (1 episode)
1983
Class of 1984
Detective Stewiski
1982
Cagney & Lacey
Lieutenant Bert Samuels · (125 episodes)
1982
Tulips
Bert Irving
1981
Heavy Metal
Rudnick (voice)
1981
Atlantic City
Alfie
1980
Double Negative
Dellassandro
1980
Intergalactic Thanksgiving, or Please Don't Eat the Planet
The Bug (voice)
1979
Wild Horse Hank
Jay Connors
1979
For The Record
(1 episode)
1977
The Clown Murders
Police Sergeant
1976
King of Kensington
Larry King · (111 episodes)
1975
Sidestreet
(1 episode)
1975
The Heatwave Lasted Four Days
Harry
1975
Sunday in the Country
Sergeant
1974
Child Under A Leaf
The Storekeeper
1974
When Michael Calls
Sheriff Hap Washbrook
1972
The Sloane Affair
1972
The Crowd Inside
Director
1971
The Dowry
Barbery
1969
Isabel
Herb
1968
Man in the Middle
1964
The War Lover
Prien: Crew of 'The Body'
1962
Ben Casey
(1 episode)
1961