Al Waxman
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Seen across enough titles, Al Waxman turns into a familiar face who has spent far more time working than being talked about. 'The Hurricane' is where the largest audience met him. 'Heavy Metal' is the other credit that tends to come up. By genre, drama dominates the list. 49 credits across 64 years is a rate most careers never reach.
Al Waxman
39 Movies
10 Series
Seen across enough titles, Al Waxman turns into a familiar face who has spent far more time working than being talked about. 'The Hurricane' is where the largest audience met him. 'Heavy Metal' is the other credit that tends to come up. By genre, drama dominates the list. 49 credits across 64 years is a rate most careers never reach.
Movies
Plays Rudnick (voice)
Heavy Metal
1981
Plays Warden
The Hurricane
1999
Plays Carl Mickens - CIA
The Assignment
1997
Plays Detective Stewiski
Class of 1984
1982
Plays Marco Luganni
The Hitman
1991
Plays Alfie
Atlantic City
1980
Plays School Principal
Bogus
1996
Plays Dr. Brindle
Millennium
1989
Plays Berger
Switching Channels
1988
Plays Gen. Kettle
Iron Eagle on the Attack
1995
Plays Dingman
Collision Course
1989
Plays Sheldon Hatchett
Critical Care
1997
Plays Crowley
Spasms
1983
Plays Jack Adams
Net Worth
1995
Plays Peter
Meatballs III: Summer Job
1986
Plays Stephen
Scream of Stone
1991
Plays Prien: Crew of 'The Body'
The War Lover
1962
Director
Plays Captain Jenkow
Death Junction
1995
Plays Chief Gordon
Operation Golden Phoenix
1994
Plays Dellassandro
Double Negative
1980
Plays Gen. Wescott
I Still Dream of Jeannie
1991
Plays Sergeant
Sunday in the Country
1974
Plays Burt
Naked City: A Killer Christmas
1998
Plays Police Sergeant
The Clown Murders
1976
Plays The Storekeeper
Child Under a Leaf
1974
Plays Coach Beasily
A Saintly Switch
1999
Plays Barbery
The Dowry
1969
Plays Lt. Bert Samuels
Cagney and Lacey: The Pilot
1981
Director
Plays Bert Irving
Tulips
1981
Plays Herb
Isabel
1968
TV Shows
Director
Plays Lieutenant Bert Samuels
Cagney & Lacey
1982
Plays Larry King
King of Kensington
1975
Plays Judge Othniel
Twice in a Lifetime
1999
Plays Louis B. Mayer
Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows
2001
Plays Homeless Man
Twitch City
1998
Plays Carl Wilson
Murder, She Wrote
1984
Plays Vince Leggett
Due South
1994
Director
Plays Dale Linseman
The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents
1985
Plays Trimmer Waltz
Philip Marlowe, Private Eye
1983
Plays Aguado (voice)
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
1995
Latest Trailers
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The Hurricane
Full Filmography
Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows
Louis B. Mayer · 2 episodes
2001
TV
Twitch City
Homeless Man · 2 episodes
1998–2000
TV
The Thin Blue Lie
Art Zugler
2000
Film
Something from Nothing
Grandpa / Narrator / Yossi (voice)
1999
Film
The Hurricane
Warden
1999
Film
Twice in a Lifetime
Judge Othniel · 44 episodes
1999–
TV
A Saintly Switch
Coach Beasily
1999
Film
Naked City: A Killer Christmas
Burt
1998
Film
At the End of the Day: The Sue Rodriguez Story
John Hofsess
1998
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Al Waxman still alive?
Al Waxman passed away on January 18, 2001 at age 65.
What are the most famous roles of Al Waxman?
Al Waxman is best known for roles in The Hurricane, Heavy Metal, Class of 1984.
How many movies has Al Waxman been in?
Over a 39-year career (since 1962), Al Waxman has appeared in 38 movies and 9 TV shows.
What was Al Waxman's first movie?
The career of Al Waxman began with The War Lover (1962).
What is Al Waxman's most recent movie or series?
Al Waxman's most recent release is Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows, which premiered on February 25, 2001.
What TV shows has Al Waxman appeared in?
On television, Al Waxman has appeared in Murder, She Wrote, Due South, Cagney & Lacey, The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents.
Al Waxman
1935-03-02 · Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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.