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.
Filmography (75)
What Makes a Family
2001
Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows
2001
The Thin Blue Lie
2000
The Ride
2000
In the Company of Spies
1999
A Saintly Switch
1999
The Hurricane
1999
Something from Nothing
1999
Summer's End
1999
Twice in a Lifetime
1999
Naked City: A Killer Christmas
1998
At the End of the Day: The Sue Rodriguez Story
1998
Power Play
1998
Twitch City
1998
The Assignment
1997
Critical Care
1997
Rescuers: Stories of Courage - Two Women
1997
Gotti
1996
Holiday Affair
1996
Noah's Magic Ark
1996
Bogus
1996
Iron Eagle on the Attack
1995
The Shamrock Conspiracy
1995
Net Worth
1995
Death Junction
1995
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
1995
I Know My Son Is Alive
1994
Operation Golden Phoenix
1994
Cagney & Lacey: The Return
1994
Due South
1994
Quiet Killer
1992
Live Wire
1992
Teamster Boss: The Jackie Presser Story
1992
The Hitman
1991
Scream of Stone
1991
The Soulmates in the Gift of Light
1991
I Still Dream of Jeannie
1991
Millennium
1989
Collision Course
1989
Mob Story
1989
Malarek
1988
Switching Channels
1988
Street Legal
1987
Meatballs III: Summer Job
1986
The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents
1985
Murder, She Wrote
1984
Spasms
1983
Philip Marlowe, Private Eye
1983
Class of 1984
1982
Cagney & Lacey
1982
Heavy Metal
1981
Tulips
1981
Cagney and Lacey: The Pilot
1981
Circus International
1981
Atlantic City
1980
Double Negative
1980
Intergalactic Thanksgiving, or Please Don't Eat the Planet
1979
Wild Horse Hank
1979
The Clown Murders
1976
For the Record
1976
The Heatwave Lasted Four Days
1975
King of Kensington
1975
Sidestreet
1975
Sunday in the Country
1974
Child Under a Leaf
1974
When Michael Calls
1972
The Sloane Affair:
1972
The Crowd Inside
1971
The Dowry
1969
Isabel
1968
Do Not Fold, Staple, Spindle, or Mutilate
1967
Man in the Middle
1964
The War Lover
1962
Ben Casey
1961
Run Terry Run
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