Known For
Acting
Born
Mar 02, 1935
Died
Jan 18, 2001
Place of Birth
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Credits
82 titles
Al Waxman
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.
Known For
Filmography
Run Terry Run
Self
Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows
Louis B. Mayer
What Makes a Family
Frank Cataldi
The Ride
Max Lieberman
The Thin Blue Lie
Art Zugler
Something from Nothing
Grandpa / Narrator / Yossi (voice)
In the Company of Spies
Myron Sindell
The Hurricane
Warden
Twice in a Lifetime
Judge Othniel
Summer's End
Grandpa Trapnell
A Saintly Switch
Coach Beasily
Naked City: A Killer Christmas
Burt
Power Play
At the End of the Day: The Sue Rodriguez Story
John Hofsess
Twitch City
Homeless Man
Critical Care
Sheldon Hatchett
Rescuers: Stories of Courage - Two Women
Dr. Jakob Weinstock (segment "Mamusha")
The Assignment
Carl Mickens - CIA
Holiday Affair
Mr. Corley
Bogus
School Principal
Gotti
Bruce Cutler
Noah's Magic Ark
(voice)
The Shamrock Conspiracy
O'Connor
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
Aguado (voice)
Iron Eagle on the Attack
Gen. Kettle
Death Junction
Captain Jenkow
Net Worth
Jack Adams
Operation Golden Phoenix
Chief Gordon
Cagney & Lacey: The Return
Lt. Samuels
Due South
Vince Leggett
I Know My Son Is Alive
Herb
Heritage Minutes: Marshall McLuhan
Director
The Diamond Fleece
Director
Teamster Boss: The Jackie Presser Story
Allen
Live Wire
James Garvey
Quiet Killer
Mayor Andy Carmichael
I Still Dream of Jeannie
Gen. Wescott
Scream of Stone
Stephen
White Light
Director
The Hitman
Marco Luganni
The Soulmates in the Gift of Light
(voice)
Mob Story
Sam
Millennium
Dr. Brindle
Collision Course
Dingman
Hard Time on Planet Earth
Director
Malarek
Stern
My Secret Identity
Director
HeartBeat
Director
Switching Channels
Berger
Street Legal