Al Waxman
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.
Known For
Credits
- 2001 · Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows as Louis B. Mayer
- 2001 · What Makes a Family as Frank Cataldi
- 2000 · The Thin Blue Lie as Art Zugler
- 1999 · Something from Nothing as Grandpa / Narrator / Yossi (voice)
- 1999 · In the Company of Spies as Myron Sindell
- 1999 · The Hurricane as Warden
- 1999 · Twice in a Lifetime as Judge Othniel
- 1999 · A Saintly Switch as Coach Beasily
- 1998 · Naked City: A Killer Christmas as Burt
- 1998 · Power Play as
- 1998 · At the End of the Day: The Sue Rodriguez Story as John Hofsess
- 1998 · Twitch City as Homeless Man
- 1997 · Critical Care as Sheldon Hatchett
- 1997 · Rescuers: Stories of Courage - Two Women as Dr. Jakob Weinstock (segment "Mamusha")
- 1997 · The Assignment as Carl Mickens - CIA
- 1996 · Holiday Affair as Mr. Corley
- 1996 · Bogus as School Principal
- 1996 · Gotti as Bruce Cutler
- 1996 · Noah's Magic Ark as (voice)
- 1995 · The Shamrock Conspiracy as O'Connor
- 1995 · Ace Ventura: Pet Detective as Aguado (voice)
- 1995 · Iron Eagle on the Attack as Gen. Kettle
- 1995 · Death Junction as Captain Jenkow
- 1995 · Net Worth as Jack Adams
- 1994 · Operation Golden Phoenix as Chief Gordon
- 1994 · Cagney & Lacey: The Return as Lt. Samuels
- 1994 · Due South as Vince Leggett
- 1994 · Due South as Nicholas Van Zandt
- 1994 · I Know My Son Is Alive as Herb
- 1992 · Teamster Boss: The Jackie Presser Story as Allen
- 1992 · Live Wire as James Garvey
- 1992 · Quiet Killer as Mayor Andy Carmichael
- 1991 · I Still Dream of Jeannie as Gen. Wescott
- 1991 · Scream of Stone as Stephen
- 1991 · The Hitman as Marco Luganni
- 1991 · The Soulmates in the Gift of Light as (voice)
- 1989 · Mob Story as
- 1989 · Millennium as Dr. Brindle
- 1989 · Collision Course as Dingman
- 1988 · Malarek as Stern
- 1988 · Switching Channels as Berger
- 1987 · Street Legal as
- 1986 · Meatballs III: Summer Job as Peter
- 1985 · The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents as Dale Linseman
- 1984 · Murder, She Wrote as Carl Wilson
- 1983 · Spasms as Crowley
- 1983 · Philip Marlowe, Private Eye as Trimmer Waltz
- 1982 · Class of 1984 as Detective Stewiski
- 1982 · Cagney & Lacey as Lieutenant Bert Samuels
- 1981 · Tulips as Bert Irving
- 1981 · Heavy Metal as Rudnick (voice)
- 1980 · Atlantic City as Alfie
- 1980 · Double Negative as Dellassandro
- 1979 · Intergalactic Thanksgiving, or Please Don't Eat the Planet as The Bug (voice)
- 1979 · Wild Horse Hank as Jay Connors
- 1977 · For The Record as
- 1976 · The Clown Murders as Police Sergeant
- 1975 · King of Kensington as Larry King
- 1975 · Sidestreet as
- 1975 · The Heat Wave Lasted Four Days as Harry
- 1974 · Sunday in the Country as Sergeant
- 1974 · Child Under A Leaf as The Storekeeper
- 1972 · When Michael Calls as Sheriff Hap Washbrook
- 1972 · The Sloane Affair as
- 1971 · The Crowd Inside as Director
- 1969 · The Dowry as Barbery
- 1968 · Isabel as Herb
- 1964 · Man in the Middle as
- 1962 · The War Lover as Prien: Crew of 'The Body'
- 1961 · Ben Casey as