

Cast & creator
Best known for Murder, She Wrote, Cagney & Lacey, Cagney & Lacey
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.
Also known as: Albert Samuel Waxman, Albert Waxman, Albert S. Waxman, Stan Ferris
68
film credits
22
television credits
75
1961–2026 · acting roles
6.3
average across scored titles
Signature credits
Across film & television
Showing 90 of 90 credits

Carl Wilson
1984
Lieutenant Bert Samuels
1982
Director
1982

Vince Leggett
1994
Nicholas Van Zandt
1994
Dale Linseman
1985
Director
1985
Judge Othniel
1999

Director
1979
Director
1988
Warden
1999
Larry King
1975
Aguado (voice)
1995
Homeless Man
1998

Director
1989
Trimmer Waltz
1983
Rudnick (voice)
1981
Detective Stewiski
1982
Director
1988
Louis B. Mayer
2001
Marco Luganni
1991
Alfie
1980
Peter
1986
Bruce Cutler
1996
Carl Mickens - CIA
1997
Berger
1988
Dingman
1989
James Garvey
1992
School Principal
1996
Dr. Brindle
1989
Stephen
1991
Frank Cataldi
2001
Gen. Wescott
1991

Sheldon Hatchett
1997
Prien: Crew of 'The Body'
1962
Gen. Kettle
1995
Crowley
1983
Dr. Jakob Weinstock (segment "Mamusha")
1997
Lt. Samuels
1994
Sergeant
1974
Sheriff Hap Washbrook
1972
Mayor Andy Carmichael
1992
Harry
1975
(voice)
1996
Art Zugler
2000
Max Lieberman
2000
Allen
1992
Myron Sindell
1999
Herb
1994
Dellassandro
1980
Director
1991
The Bug (voice)
1979
Lt. Bert Samuels
1981
Captain Jenkow
1995
Director
1995
Jay Connors
1979
Mr. Corley
1996
Director
1975
Burt
1998
The Storekeeper
1974
Coach Beasily
1999
Self
2026
Grandpa / Narrator / Yossi (voice)
1999
O'Connor
1995
John Hofsess
1998
Jack Adams
1995
Director
1993
Chief Gordon
1994
Sam
1989
Barbery
1969
Director
1992
Hogan
1972
Bert Irving
1981
Director
1981
Grandpa Trapnell
1999
Police Sergeant
1976
(voice)
1991
Stern
1988
Herb
1968
Director
1971
Director
1971
Writer
1971
Producer
1971Self - Host
1981