Acting · Toronto, Ontario, Canada · Born March 2, 1935
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.
MovieRun Terry Run
2026
as Self
TVLife with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows
2001
as Louis B. Mayer
MovieWhat Makes a Family
2001
as Frank Cataldi
MovieThe Ride
2000
as Max Lieberman
MovieThe Thin Blue Lie
2000
as Art Zugler
MovieSomething from Nothing
1999
as Grandpa / Narrator / Yossi (voice)
MovieIn the Company of Spies
1999
as Myron Sindell
MovieThe Hurricane
1999
as Warden
TVTwice in a Lifetime
1999
as Judge Othniel
MovieSummer's End
1999
as Grandpa Trapnell
MovieA Saintly Switch
1999
as Coach Beasily
MovieNaked City: A Killer Christmas
1998
as Burt
Power Play
1998
MovieAt the End of the Day: The Sue Rodriguez Story
1998
as John Hofsess
TVTwitch City
1998
as Homeless Man
MovieCritical Care
1997
as Sheldon Hatchett
MovieRescuers: Stories of Courage - Two Women
1997
as Dr. Jakob Weinstock (segment "Mamusha")
MovieThe Assignment
1997
as Carl Mickens - CIA
MovieHoliday Affair
1996
as Mr. Corley
MovieBogus
1996
as School Principal
MovieGotti
1996
as Bruce Cutler
MovieNoah's Magic Ark
1996
as (voice)
MovieThe Shamrock Conspiracy
1995
as O'Connor
TVAce Ventura: Pet Detective
1995
as Aguado (voice)
MovieIron Eagle on the Attack
1995
as Gen. Kettle
MovieDeath Junction
1995
as Captain Jenkow
MovieNet Worth
1995
as Jack Adams
MovieOperation Golden Phoenix
1994
as Chief Gordon
MovieCagney & Lacey: The Return
1994
as Lt. Samuels
TVDue South
1994
as Vince Leggett
MovieI Know My Son Is Alive
1994
as Herb
MovieTeamster Boss: The Jackie Presser Story
1992
as Allen
MovieLive Wire
1992
as James Garvey
MovieQuiet Killer
1992
as Mayor Andy Carmichael
MovieI Still Dream of Jeannie
1991
as Gen. Wescott
MovieScream of Stone
1991
as Stephen
MovieThe Hitman
1991
as Marco Luganni
The Soulmates in the Gift of Light
1991
as (voice)
MovieMob Story
1989
as Sam
MovieMillennium
1989
as Dr. Brindle
MovieCollision Course
1989
as Dingman
MovieMalarek
1988
as Stern
MovieSwitching Channels
1988
as Berger
TVStreet Legal
1987
MovieMeatballs III: Summer Job
1986
as Peter
TVThe New Alfred Hitchcock Presents
1985
as Dale Linseman
TVMurder, She Wrote
1984
as Carl Wilson
MovieSpasms
1983
as Crowley
TVPhilip Marlowe, Private Eye
1983
as Trimmer Waltz
MovieClass of 1984
1982
as Detective Stewiski
TVCagney & Lacey
1982
as Lieutenant Bert Samuels
Circus International
1981
as Self - Host
MovieCagney and Lacey: The Pilot
1981
as Lt. Bert Samuels
MovieTulips
1981
as Bert Irving
MovieHeavy Metal
1981
as Rudnick (voice)
MovieAtlantic City
1980
as Alfie
MovieDouble Negative
1980
as Dellassandro
MovieIntergalactic Thanksgiving, or Please Don't Eat the Planet
1979
as The Bug (voice)
MovieWild Horse Hank
1979
as Jay Connors
MovieThe Clown Murders
1976
as Police Sergeant
TVFor the Record
1976
TVKing of Kensington
1975
as Larry King
MovieThe Heatwave Lasted Four Days
1975
as Harry
MovieSunday in the Country
1974
as Sergeant
MovieChild Under a Leaf
1974
as The Storekeeper
MovieWhen Michael Calls
1972
as Sheriff Hap Washbrook
MovieThe Sloane Affair:
1972
as Hogan
MovieThe Crowd Inside
1971
as Director
MovieThe Dowry
1969
as Barbery
MovieIsabel
1968
as Herb
Do Not Fold, Staple, Spindle, or Mutilate
1967
MovieMan in the Middle
1964
MovieThe War Lover
1962
as Prien: Crew of 'The Body'
TVBen Casey
1961
