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Al Waxman

Actor

Al Waxman

Born March 2, 1935 in Toronto, Ontario, CanadaDied January 18, 200158 films

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."

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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.

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The Hurricane posterFirst watchThe Hurricane19997.4as WardenThe story of Rubin "Hurricane" Carter, a boxer wrongly imprisoned for murder, and the people who aided in his fight to prove his innocence.View film

Essential films

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Filmography

58 films as actor
  1. 2001What Makes a FamilyFrank Cataldi
  2. 2000The RideMax Lieberman
  3. 2000The Thin Blue LieArt Zugler
  4. 1999Something from NothingGrandpa / Narrator / Yossi (voice)
  5. 1999In the Company of SpiesMyron Sindell
  6. 1999The HurricaneWarden
  7. 1999Summer's EndGrandpa Trapnell
  8. 1999A Saintly SwitchCoach Beasily
  9. 1998Naked City: A Killer ChristmasBurt
  10. 1998At the End of the Day: The Sue Rodriguez StoryJohn Hofsess
  11. 1997Critical CareSheldon Hatchett
  12. 1997Rescuers: Stories of Courage - Two WomenDr. Jakob Weinstock (segment "Mamusha")
  13. 1997The AssignmentCarl Mickens - CIA
  14. 1996Holiday AffairMr. Corley
  15. 1996BogusSchool Principal
  16. 1996GottiBruce Cutler
  17. 1996Noah's Magic Ark(voice)
  18. 1995The Shamrock ConspiracyO'Connor
  19. 1995Iron Eagle on the AttackGen. Kettle
  20. 1995Death JunctionCaptain Jenkow
  21. 1995Net WorthJack Adams
  22. 1994Operation Golden PhoenixChief Gordon
  23. 1994Cagney & Lacey: The ReturnLt. Samuels
  24. 1994I Know My Son Is AliveHerb
  25. 1992Teamster Boss: The Jackie Presser StoryAllen
  26. 1992Live WireJames Garvey
  27. 1992Quiet KillerMayor Andy Carmichael
  28. 1991I Still Dream of JeannieGen. Wescott
  29. 1991Scream of StoneStephen
  30. 1991The HitmanMarco Luganni
  31. 1991The Soulmates in the Gift of Light(voice)
  32. 1989Mob StorySam
  33. 1989MillenniumDr. Brindle
  34. 1989Collision CourseDingman
  35. 1988MalarekStern
  36. 1988Switching ChannelsBerger
  37. 1986Meatballs III: Summer JobPeter
  38. 1983SpasmsCrowley
  39. 1982Class of 1984Detective Stewiski
  40. 1981Cagney and Lacey: The PilotLt. Bert Samuels
  41. 1981TulipsBert Irving
  42. 1981Heavy MetalRudnick (voice)
  43. 1980Atlantic CityAlfie
  44. 1980Double NegativeDellassandro
  45. 1979Intergalactic Thanksgiving, or Please Don't Eat the PlanetThe Bug (voice)
  46. 1979Wild Horse HankJay Connors
  47. 1976The Clown MurdersPolice Sergeant
  48. 1975The Heatwave Lasted Four DaysHarry
  49. 1974Sunday in the CountrySergeant
  50. 1974Child Under a LeafThe Storekeeper
  51. 1972When Michael CallsSheriff Hap Washbrook
  52. 1972The Sloane Affair:Hogan
  53. 1971The Crowd InsideDirector
  54. 1969The DowryBarbery
  55. 1968IsabelHerb
  56. 1967Do Not Fold, Staple, Spindle, or Mutilate
  57. 1964Man in the Middle
  58. 1962The War LoverPrien: Crew of 'The Body'