Al Waxman
Acting • Born 1935-03-02 – Died 2001-01-18
Biography
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.
Filmography
76 credits
Millennium
Movie • 1989
Dr. Brindle
Class of 1984
Movie • 1982
Detective Stewiski
Atlantic City
Movie • 1980
Alfie
The Hitman
Movie • 1991
Marco Luganni
Heavy Metal
Movie • 1981
Rudnick (voice)
Meatballs III: Summer Job
Movie • 1986
Peter
Iron Eagle on the Attack
Movie • 1995
Gen. Kettle
The Assignment
Movie • 1997
Carl Mickens - CIA
In the Company of Spies
Movie • 1999
Myron Sindell
Naked City: A Killer Christmas
Movie • 1998
Burt
Critical Care
Movie • 1997
Sheldon Hatchett
Silêncio Mortal
Movie • 1972
Sheriff Hap Washbrook
What Makes a Family
Movie • 2001
Frank Cataldi
Collision Course
Movie • 1989
Dingman
Scream of Stone
Movie • 1991
Stephen
A Saintly Switch
Movie • 1999
Coach Beasily
Gotti
Movie • 1996
Bruce Cutler
The Shamrock Conspiracy
Movie • 1995
O'Connor
Net Worth
Movie • 1995
Jack Adams
Quiet Killer
Movie • 1992
Mayor Andy Carmichael
I Know My Son Is Alive
Movie • 1994
Herb
The Soulmates in the Gift of Light
Movie • 1991
(voice)
Intergalactic Thanksgiving, or Please Don't Eat the Planet
Movie • 1979
The Bug (voice)
Malarek
Movie • 1988
Stern
Spasms
Movie • 1983
Crowley
The Dowry
Movie • 1969
Barbery
Sunday in the Country
Movie • 1974
Sergeant
The Clown Murders
Movie • 1976
Police Sergeant
Wild Horse Hank
Movie • 1979
Jay Connors
Operation Golden Phoenix
Movie • 1994
Chief Gordon
The Hurricane
Movie • 1999
Warden
I Still Dream of Jeannie
Movie • 1991
Gen. Wescott
The War Lover
Movie • 1962
Prien: Crew of 'The Body'
Man in the Middle
Movie • 1964
Holiday Affair
Movie • 1996
Mr. Corley
Noah's Magic Ark
Movie • 1996
(voice)
Double Negative
Movie • 1980
Dellassandro
Tulips
Movie • 1981
Bert Irving
Isabel
Movie • 1968
Herb
Mob Story
Movie • 1989
Sam
Live Wire
Movie • 1992
James Garvey
Child Under a Leaf
Movie • 1974
The Storekeeper
The Thin Blue Lie
Movie • 2000
Art Zugler
Death Junction
Movie • 1995
Captain Jenkow
Rescuers: Stories of Courage - Two Women
Movie • 1997
Dr. Jakob Weinstock (segment "Mamusha")
Switching Channels
Movie • 1988
Berger
Cagney & Lacey: The Return
Movie • 1994
Lt. Samuels
Bogus
Movie • 1996
School Principal
The Sloane Affair:
Movie • 1972
Hogan
At the End of the Day: The Sue Rodriguez Story
Movie • 1998
John Hofsess
Teamster Boss: The Jackie Presser Story
Movie • 1992
Allen
The Heatwave Lasted Four Days
Movie • 1975
Harry
The Crowd Inside
Movie • 1971
Director
Something from Nothing
Movie • 1999
Grandpa / Narrator / Yossi (voice)
The Ride
Movie • 2000
Max Lieberman
Cagney and Lacey: The Pilot
Movie • 1981
Lt. Bert Samuels
Do Not Fold, Staple, Spindle, or Mutilate
Movie • 1967
Run Terry Run
Movie • 2025
Self
Summer's End
Movie • 1999
Grandpa Trapnell
Murder, She Wrote
TV • 1984
Carl Wilson
Due South
TV • 1994
Vince Leggett
The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents
TV • 1985
Dale Linseman
Cagney & Lacey
TV • 1982
Lieutenant Bert Samuels
Twice in a Lifetime
TV • 1999
Judge Othniel
Power Play
TV • 1998
King of Kensington
TV • 1975
Larry King
Street Legal
TV • 1987
Ben Casey
TV • 1961
Philip Marlowe, Private Eye
TV • 1983
Trimmer Waltz
Sidestreet
TV • 1975
Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows
TV • 2001
Louis B. Mayer
For the Record
TV • 1976
Twitch City
TV • 1998
Homeless Man
Due South
TV • 1994
Nicholas Van Zandt
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
TV • 1995
Aguado (voice)
Circus International
TV • 1981
Self - Host