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Maury Chaykin
Born · July 27, 1949
Died · July 27, 2010 (61 years old)
Known For: Acting
Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York, USA
Bio
Maury Chaykin, born on July 27, 1949, was a Canadian actor known for his versatile and captivating performances. With his distinctive appearance, rich voice, and remarkable acting talent, Chaykin left a lasting impact on both the stage and screen throughout his career. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Chaykin moved to Toronto, Canada, at a young age. He developed a passion for acting and pursued his craft at the University of Toronto and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. Chaykin began his career in theater, performing in numerous productions and earning critical acclaim for his stage work. Chaykin's talent and dedication soon caught the attention of filmmakers, leading to his transition to film and television. He made his on-screen debut in the 1973 film "The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz." Over the years, Chaykin became known for his ability to inhabit a wide range of characters, bringing depth, complexity, and nuance to each role he portrayed. Throughout his career, Chaykin worked extensively in both Canada and the United States, collaborating with renowned directors and fellow actors. He appeared in notable films such as "My Dinner with Andre" (1981), "Dances with Wolves" (1990), "The Sweet Hereafter" (1997), and "Being Julia" (2004). Chaykin's performances often garnered critical acclaim and earned him awards and nominations, including several Genie Awards (Canada's equivalent of the Oscars) for Best Actor. On television, Chaykin showcased his versatility in a wide range of roles. He appeared in numerous acclaimed series, including "The Sopranos," "Entourage," "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," and "Nero Wolfe Mysteries." One of his most notable television roles was as Nero Wolfe in the A&E television series "A Nero Wolfe Mystery," for which he received widespread praise. Maury Chaykin's acting style was characterized by his ability to fully embody the essence of a character, no matter how eccentric or complex. He had a commanding presence on screen, capable of effortlessly transitioning between comedy, drama, and everything in between. Chaykin's performances were marked by his commitment to authenticity and his profound understanding of the human condition. Tragically, Maury Chaykin passed away on July 27, 2010, on his 61st birthday. His untimely death left a void in the acting community, but his legacy as a talented and versatile performer continues to inspire aspiring actors and entertain audiences worldwide. Chaykin's body of work serves as a testament to his remarkable talent, leaving an indelible mark on the world of film and television.
Conduct Unbecoming
Col. Fox
0.0
2011
The Drunk and On Drugs Happy Fun Time Hour
(6 episodes)
0.0
2011
Barney's Version
Wedding Guest
7.0
2010
Casino Jack
Big Tony
5.8
2010
Cooking With Stella
H.E. Mr. Durand
3.9
2010
Abroad
Lord Oldenberg
5.0
2010
Adoration
Passenger & Professor On-Line
5.9
2009
Hooked on Speedman
Dietrich Baum
0.0
2008
Bull
Roland Gow
3.0
2008
Less Than Kind
Sam Blecher · (26 episodes)
7.0
2008
Static
Mr. Linkletter
3.7
2008
Elijah
Howard Pawley
0.0
2008
Blindness
Accountant
6.5
2008
The Grift
Rusty
4.4
2008
To Each His Own Cinema
(segment "Artaud Double Bill") (archive footage)
6.5
2007
Heavens Fall
Lyle Harris
7.3
2006
Eureka
Sheriff / Major William Cobb · (1 episode)
7.8
2006
It's a Boy Girl Thing
Stan Deane
6.5
2006
The Hunt For the BTK Killer
Robert Beattie
5.3
2005
Where the Truth Lies
Sally Sanmarco
6.2
2005
Camp Hollywood
Himself
0.0
2004
Sex Traffic
(2 episodes)
6.7
2004
Boston Legal
Ryan Myerson · (1 episode)
7.9
2004
Wilby Wonderful
Mayor Brent Fisher
5.9
2004
Being Julia
Walter Gibbs
6.4
2004
Entourage
(1 episode)
7.3
2004
Sugar
Stanley
4.9
2004
White Coats
Dr. Roger 'Tony' Toussant
5.0
2004
Tracey Ullman in the Trailer Tales
Dan Weisman
7.8
2003
Owning Mahowny
Frank Perlin
6.8
2003
Hemingway vs. Callaghan
Max Perkins
0.0
2003
Hostage
The Kidnapper
6.6
2002
The Wet Season
Uncle Rick
6.0
2002
Crossed Over
Ethan Lowry
4.8
2002
On Their Knees
Norman
2.0
2001
Bleacher Bums
Scorekeeper
6.5
2001
Varian's War
Marcello
6.1
2001
The Hire
The Kidnapper · (1 episode)
7.6
2001
A Nero Wolfe Mystery
Nero Wolfe · (27 episodes)
7.8
2001
Bartleby
Ernest
5.9
2001
Plan B
Donald Rossi
4.7
2001
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
Joseph Greene / Joe Landers · (2 episodes)
7.6
2000
Andromeda
Citizen Eight · (1 episode)
7.1
2000
The Art of War
Frank Capella
5.7
2000
The Golden Spiders: A Nero Wolfe Mystery
Nero Wolfe
8.1
2000
What's Cooking?
Herb 'Herbie' Seelig
5.7
2000
Jacob Two Two Meets the Hooded Fang
Mr. Cooper / Louie Loser
4.1
1999
Mystery, Alaska
Bailey Pruitt
6.2
1999
Touched
Burt
0.0
1999
Joan of Arc
Sir Robert de Baudricourt · (2 episodes)
6.5
1999
Entrapment
Conrad Greene
6.2
1999
Let the Devil Wear Black
Bruce
4.3
1999
Jerry and Tom
Billy
6.1
1998
The Mask of Zorro
Prison Warden
6.6
1998
Love and Death on Long Island
Irving Buckmuller
6.4
1998
Northern Lights
Ben Rubadue
6.0
1998
Emily of New Moon
(2 episodes)
9.0
1998
MouseHunt
Alexander Falko
6.5
1997
A Life Less Ordinary
Tod Johnson
6.1
1997
The Sweet Hereafter
Wendell Walker
6.9
1997
Stargate SG-1
Nerus · (2 episodes)
8.3
1997
Gone Fishin'
Kirk, Waiter (uncredited)
4.8
1997
Lexx
Pa Gollean · (1 episode)
7.0
1997
Strip Search
Tomas
2.5
1997
Keeping the Promise
Hunter Ben Loomis
5.5
1997
Pale Saints
The Pirate
2.0
1997
Psi Factor: Chronicles of the Paranormal
(1 episode)
6.9
1996
Harriet the Spy
Holiday Pageant Director (uncredited)
6.0
1996
If Looks Could Kill
Dr. Richard Boggs
1.0
1996
Cutthroat Island
John Reed
5.8
1995
Sugartime
Tony Accardo
5.9
1995
Devil in a Blue Dress
Matthew Terell
6.4
1995
Unstrung Heroes
Arthur Lidz
5.9
1995
Exotica
6.6
1994
Camilla
Harold Cara
5.7
1994
Whale Music
Desmond Howl
5.6
1994
Due South
Pike · (1 episode)
7.6
1994
Due South
Jasper Gutman · (1 episode)
7.6
1994
Beethoven's 2nd
Cliff Klamath
5.5
1993
Josh and S.A.M.
Pizza Man
4.7
1993
Money for Nothing
Vincente Goldoni
5.5
1993
Sommersby
Lawyer Dawson
6.4
1993
Hero
Winston
6.3
1992
Buried on Sunday
Dexter Lexcannon
10.0
1992
Leaving Normal
Leon
6.2
1992
My Cousin Vinny
Sam Tipton
7.5
1992
Split Images
Walter Kouza
0.0
1992
The Adjuster
Bubba
6.1
1991
Montreal Stories
Jurgen van Doom
5.0
1991
In Passing
7.0
1991
The Pianist
6.5
1991
Mr. Destiny
Guzelman
6.2
1990
Dances with Wolves
Major Fambrough
7.8
1990
Where the Heart Is
Harry
6.0
1990
Breaking In
Vincent Tucci
5.5
1989
Cold Comfort
Floyd Lucas
5.6
1989
Millennium
Roger Keane
5.4
1989
George's Island
Mr. Droonfield
6.5
1989
Twins
Burt Klane
6.0
1988
Iron Eagle II
Sgt. Downs
4.4
1988
Hot Paint
Wilensky
0.0
1988
Stars & Bars
Freeborn Gage
4.4
1988
Caribe
Captain Burdoch
3.0
1987
Hearts of Fire
Charlie Kelso
3.8
1987
Nowhere to Hide
Marchais
6.3
1987
Wild Thing
Jonathan Trask
5.6
1987
Race for the Bomb
Général Leslie Groves · (3 episodes)
0.0
1987
The Bedroom Window
Pool Player
6.3
1987
Meatballs III: Summer Job
Huey, River Rat Leader
4.4
1986
Act of Vengeance
Claude Vealey
5.9
1986
The Vindicator
Burt Arthus
4.4
1986
The Twilight Zone
(1 episode)
7.7
1985
In Like Flynn
Williams
0.0
1985
Def-Con 4
Vinny
4.5
1985
Turk 182!
Man in wheelchair
5.8
1985
Night Heat
(1 episode)
6.6
1985
The Suicide Murders
Sid
0.0
1985
Mrs. Soffel
Guard Charlie Reynolds
6.1
1984
Hockey Night
Bum Johnston
5.9
1984
The Guardian
Rudy Simbro
4.2
1984
Overdrawn at the Memory Bank
Gondol
2.7
1984
Harry & Son
Lawrence
5.9
1984
Of Unknown Origin
Dan Errol
5.8
1983
WarGames
Jim Sting
7.1
1983
Curtains
Monty
5.3
1983
Highpoint
Falco
4.8
1982
Soup for One
Dr. Wexler
5.4
1982
Seeing Things
(1 episode)
5.0
1981
Death Hunt
Clarence
6.6
1981
The Kidnapping of the President
Harvey Cannon
4.6
1980
Double Negative
Rollins
3.5
1980
Nothing Personal
Kanook
5.8
1980
Jimmy B. & Andre
Bruno
0.0
1980
Riel
Howard
0.0
1979
King of Kensington
(1 episode)
4.8
1975
Sidestreet
(1 episode)
5.0
1975
Me
0.0
1975