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 ยทLife with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadowsas Louis B. Mayer
- 2001 ยทWhat Makes a Familyas Frank Cataldi
- 2000 ยทThe Rideas Max Lieberman
- 2000 ยทThe Thin Blue Lieas Art Zugler
- 1999 ยทSomething from Nothingas Grandpa / Narrator / Yossi (voice)
- 1999 ยทIn the Company of Spiesas Myron Sindell
- 1999 ยทThe Hurricaneas Warden
- 1999 ยทTwice in a Lifetimeas Judge Othniel
- 1999 ยทA Saintly Switchas Coach Beasily
- 1998 ยทNaked City: A Killer Christmasas Burt
- 1998 ยทPower Playas
- 1998 ยทAt the End of the Day: The Sue Rodriguez Storyas John Hofsess
- 1998 ยทTwitch Cityas Homeless Man
- 1997 ยทCritical Careas Sheldon Hatchett
- 1997 ยทRescuers: Stories of Courage - Two Womenas Dr. Jakob Weinstock (segment "Mamusha")
- 1997 ยทThe Assignmentas Carl Mickens - CIA
- 1996 ยทHoliday Affairas Mr. Corley
- 1996 ยทBogusas School Principal
- 1996 ยทGottias Bruce Cutler
- 1996 ยทNoah's Magic Arkas (voice)
- 1995 ยทThe Shamrock Conspiracyas O'Connor
- 1995 ยทAce Ventura: Pet Detectiveas Aguado (voice)
- 1995 ยทIron Eagle on the Attackas Gen. Kettle
- 1995 ยทDeath Junctionas Captain Jenkow
- 1995 ยทNet Worthas Jack Adams
- 1994 ยทOperation Golden Phoenixas Chief Gordon
- 1994 ยทCagney & Lacey: The Returnas Lt. Samuels
- 1994 ยทDue Southas Vince Leggett
- 1994 ยทDue Southas Nicholas Van Zandt
- 1994 ยทI Know My Son Is Aliveas Herb
- 1992 ยทTeamster Boss: The Jackie Presser Storyas Allen
- 1992 ยทLive Wireas James Garvey
- 1992 ยทQuiet Killeras Mayor Andy Carmichael
- 1991 ยทI Still Dream of Jeannieas Gen. Wescott
- 1991 ยทScream of Stoneas Stephen
- 1991 ยทThe Hitmanas Marco Luganni
- 1991 ยทThe Soulmates in the Gift of Lightas (voice)
- 1989 ยทMob Storyas
- 1989 ยทMillenniumas Dr. Brindle
- 1989 ยทCollision Courseas Dingman
- 1988 ยทMalarekas Stern
- 1988 ยทSwitching Channelsas Berger
- 1987 ยทStreet Legalas
- 1986 ยทMeatballs III: Summer Jobas Peter
- 1985 ยทThe New Alfred Hitchcock Presentsas Dale Linseman
- 1984 ยทMurder, She Wroteas Carl Wilson
- 1983 ยทSpasmsas Crowley
- 1983 ยทPhilip Marlowe, Private Eyeas Trimmer Waltz
- 1982 ยทClass of 1984as Detective Stewiski
- 1982 ยทCagney & Laceyas Lieutenant Bert Samuels
- 1981 ยทTulipsas Bert Irving
- 1981 ยทHeavy Metalas Rudnick (voice)
- 1980 ยทAtlantic Cityas Alfie
- 1980 ยทDouble Negativeas Dellassandro
- 1979 ยทIntergalactic Thanksgiving, or Please Don't Eat the Planetas The Bug (voice)
- 1979 ยทWild Horse Hankas Jay Connors
- 1977 ยทFor The Recordas
- 1976 ยทThe Clown Murdersas Police Sergeant
- 1975 ยทKing of Kensingtonas Larry King
- 1975 ยทSidestreetas
- 1975 ยทThe Heat Wave Lasted Four Daysas Harry
- 1974 ยทSunday in the Countryas Sergeant
- 1974 ยทChild Under A Leafas The Storekeeper
- 1972 ยทWhen Michael Callsas Sheriff Hap Washbrook
- 1972 ยทThe Sloane Affairas
- 1971 ยทThe Crowd Insideas Director
- 1969 ยทThe Dowryas Barbery
- 1968 ยทIsabelas Herb
- 1964 ยทMan in the Middleas
- 1962 ยทThe War Loveras Prien: Crew of 'The Body'
- 1961 ยทBen Caseyas