Jack Gilford
Known for
Jack Gilford has been in the trade long enough to be called a veteran actor with the unglamorous consistency that long careers are made of. Counting cinema and television together, the tally passes 34 titles. For much of the audience, Jack Gilford is Bernie Lefkowitz from 'Cocoon', whatever else the credits say. Viewers may also know him from 'Cocoon: The Return'. It began in 1936, at the age of 28. He earned a the Academy Award nomination for 'Save the Tiger'.
Jack Gilford
22 Movies
12 Series
Jack Gilford has been in the trade long enough to be called a veteran actor with the unglamorous consistency that long careers are made of. Counting cinema and television together, the tally passes 34 titles. For much of the audience, Jack Gilford is Bernie Lefkowitz from 'Cocoon', whatever else the credits say. Viewers may also know him from 'Cocoon: The Return'. It began in 1936, at the age of 28. He earned a the Academy Award nomination for 'Save the Tiger'.
Movies
Plays Dr. "Doc" Daneeka
Catch-22
1970
Plays Bernie Lefkowitz
Cocoon
1985
Plays Gog
Caveman
1981
Plays Hysterium
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
1966
Plays Bernie Lefkowitz
Cocoon: The Return
1988
Plays Wilbur Peabody
They Might Be Giants
1971
Plays Mr. Butterworth
Arthur 2: On the Rocks
1988
Plays Sam Beckerman
The Incident
1967
Plays Mischa
Harry and Walter Go to New York
1976
Plays Phil Greene
Save the Tiger
1973
Plays Tailor
Wholly Moses
1980
Plays Avery Dugan
Who's Minding the Mint?
1967
Plays Mr. Schwartz
Mister Buddwing
1966
Plays Stanley Bracken
Cheaper to Keep Her
1981
Plays Dr. Jelliff
Anna to the Infinite Power
1983
Plays Papa Andersen
The Daydreamer
1966
Plays Mr. Foreman
Enter Laughing
1967
TV Shows
Plays Louis Brandt
The Defenders
1961
Plays Finklestein
Seventh Avenue
1977
Plays Grandpa Hollyhock
Apple Pie
1978
Plays Joe Reiger
Taxi
1978
Plays Max Weinstock
The Golden Girls
1985
Plays Fingers
The Love Boat
1977
Plays Simon the Likeable
Get Smart
1965
Plays Joe Ackerman
Kate McShane
1975
Plays Barney Gaylord
The Andros Targets
1977
Plays Marty Ratner
Night Court
1984
Plays Wilbur Harlow
Here's Lucy
1968
Plays Bernard Bernstein
All in the Family
1971
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Cocoon: The Return
Full Filmography
Cocoon: The Return
Bernie Lefkowitz
1988
Film
Arthur 2: On the Rocks
Mr. Butterworth
1988
Film
The Golden Girls
Max Weinstock · 2 episodes
1985–
TV
Cocoon
Bernie Lefkowitz
1985
Film
Night Court
Marty Ratner · 1 episode
1984–
TV
Anna to the Infinite Power
Dr. Jelliff
1983
Film
Caveman
Gog
1981
Film
Cheaper to Keep Her
Stanley Bracken
1981
Film
Wholly Moses
Tailor
1980
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jack Gilford still alive?
Jack Gilford passed away on June 2, 1990 at age 81.
What are the most famous roles of Jack Gilford?
Jack Gilford is best known for roles in Cocoon, Cocoon: The Return, Catch-22.
How many movies has Jack Gilford been in?
Over a 54-year career (since 1936), Jack Gilford has appeared in 22 movies and 12 TV shows.
What was Jack Gilford's first movie?
The career of Jack Gilford began with Midnight Melodies (1936).
What is Jack Gilford's most recent movie or series?
Jack Gilford's most recent release is Cocoon: The Return, which premiered on September 13, 1988.
What TV shows has Jack Gilford appeared in?
On television, Jack Gilford has appeared in Get Smart, The Golden Girls, The Love Boat, All in the Family.
Jack Gilford
1908-07-25 · New York City, New York, USA
Jack Gilford (July 25, 1908 - June 4, 1990) was an American stage, film and television actor.