Al Waxman

Known for ActingBorn 1935-03-02Died 2001-01-18Toronto, 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.Read more

Movies & web series

Power Play

Noah's Magic Ark

At the End of the Day: The Sue Rodriguez Story

For the Record

The Sloane Affair:

Twitch City

Rescuers: Stories of Courage - Two Women

The Heatwave Lasted Four Days

The Crowd Inside

The Dowry

Summer's End

Due South

The Hurricane

Murder, She Wrote

Street Legal

The Littlest Hobo

The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents

The Thin Blue Lie

The Diamond Fleece

Malarek

My Secret Identity

Net Worth

Cagney & Lacey

Intergalactic Thanksgiving, or Please Don't Eat the Planet

Cagney & Lacey: The Return

Philip Marlowe, Private Eye

A Saintly Switch

Do Not Fold, Staple, Spindle, or Mutilate

Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows

Atlantic City

Gotti

Sidestreet

Critical Care

The Assignment

Heavy Metal

I Still Dream of Jeannie

What Makes a Family

The Clown Murders

Class of 1984

Scream of Stone

Twice in a Lifetime

Hard Time on Planet Earth

Man in the Middle

Sunday in the Country

Switching Channels

The Shamrock Conspiracy

The Soulmates in the Gift of Light

Holiday Affair