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Maury Chaykin

Actor
Born July 27, 1949Died July 27, 2010 (61 years)
Maury Chaykin, born on July 27, 1949, was a Canadian actor known for his versatile and captivating performances. With his distinctive appearance, rich voice, and remarkable acting talent, Chaykin left a lasting impact on both the stage and screen throughout his career.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, Chaykin moved to Toronto, Canada, at a young age. He developed a passion for acting and pursued his craft at the University of Toronto and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. Chaykin began his career in theater, performing in numerous productions and earning critical acclaim for his stage work.

Chaykin's talent and dedication soon caught the attention of filmmakers, leading to his transition to film and television. He made his on-screen debut in the 1973 film "The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz." Over the years, Chaykin became known for his ability to inhabit a wide range of characters, bringing depth, complexity, and nuance to each role he portrayed.

Throughout his career, Chaykin worked extensively in both Canada and the United States, collaborating with renowned directors and fellow actors. He appeared in notable films such as "My Dinner with Andre" (1981), "Dances with Wolves" (1990), "The Sweet Hereafter" (1997), and "Being Julia" (2004). Chaykin's performances often garnered critical acclaim and earned him awards and nominations, including several Genie Awards (Canada's equivalent of the Oscars) for Best Actor.

On television, Chaykin showcased his versatility in a wide range of roles. He appeared in numerous acclaimed series, including "The Sopranos," "Entourage," "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," and "Nero Wolfe Mysteries." One of his most notable television roles was as Nero Wolfe in the A&E television series "A Nero Wolfe Mystery," for which he received widespread praise.

Maury Chaykin's acting style was characterized by his ability to fully embody the essence of a character, no matter how eccentric or complex. He had a commanding presence on screen, capable of effortlessly transitioning between comedy, drama, and everything in between. Chaykin's performances were marked by his commitment to authenticity and his profound understanding of the human condition.

Tragically, Maury Chaykin passed away on July 27, 2010, on his 61st birthday. His untimely death left a void in the acting community, but his legacy as a talented and versatile performer continues to inspire aspiring actors and entertain audiences worldwide. Chaykin's body of work serves as a testament to his remarkable talent, leaving an indelible mark on the world of film and television.
Movies & Shows on Plex
  • It's a Boy Girl Thing
  • Cutthroat Island
  • Sommersby
  • Casino Jack
  • Andromeda
  • Lexx
  • White Coats
  • DEFCON-4
  • Bartleby
  • The Kidnapping of the President
  • Static
  • Keeping the Promise
  • The Grift
Known For
  • Dances with Wolves
  • Entrapment
  • My Cousin Vinny
  • Mousehunt
  • Cutthroat Island
  • The Art of War
  • It's a Boy Girl Thing
  • The Sweet Hereafter
  • Devil in a Blue Dress
  • Owning Mahowny
  • Mystery, Alaska
  • Hero
  • Where the Truth Lies
  • Hostage
  • Nero Wolfe (2001)
  • Mr. Destiny
  • The Adjuster
  • DEFCON-4
  • Iron Eagle II
  • Unstrung Heroes
  • Millennium
  • Being Julia
  • The Bedroom Window
  • Jerry and Tom

Filmography

2011
Conduct Unbecoming · as Col. Fox
2010
Casino Jack · as Big Tony
2010
Barney's Version · as Wedding Guest
2010
Abroad · as Lord Oldenberg
2009
Cooking with Stella · as H.e. Mr. Durand
2008
Hooked on Speedman · as Dietrich Baum
2008
Bull · as Roland Gow
2008
Less Than Kind (TV Series) · as Sam Blecher
2008
Of Murder and Memory · as John Emory
2008
Blindness · as Accountant
2008
Static · as Mr. Linkletter
2008
The Grift · as Rusty
2008
Adoration · as Passenger & Professor On-Line
2007
To Each His Own Cinema · as (segment "artaud Double Bill") (archive Footage)
2007
Elijah · as Howard Pawley
2007
Superstorm (TV Series) · as Senator Wallace
2007
The Dark Years (TV Series) · as Cast
2006
2006
Heavens Fall · as Lyle Harris
2006
Eureka (TV Series) · as Sheriff / Major William Cobb
2006
At the Hotel (TV Series) · as Jerry Mitchell
2005
The Hunt for the BTK Killer · as Robert Beattie
2005
Where the Truth Lies · as Sally Sanmarco
2004
Being Julia · as Walter Gibbs
2004
Sex Traffic (TV Series)
2004
Boston Legal (TV Series) · as Ryan Myerson
2004
Wilby Wonderful · as Mayor Brent Fisher
2004
White Coats · as Dr. Roger 'tony' Toussant
2004
Entourage (TV Series)
2004
Sugar · as Stanley
2003
Owning Mahowny · as Frank Perlin
2003
2003
2002
The Eleventh Hour (2002) (TV Series) · as Dr. Jackson
2002
Hostage · as The Kidnapper
2002
Past Perfect · as Chuck
2002
Crossed Over · as Ethan Lowry
2001
Plan B · as Donald Rossi
2001
On Their Knees · as Norman
2001
Bleacher Bums · as Scorekeeper
2001
The Hire (TV Series) · as The Kidnapper
2001
2001
Trailer Park Boys (TV Series) · as Chief Of Police
2001
Nero Wolfe (2001) (TV Series) · as Nero Wolfe
2001
Bartleby · as Ernest
2000
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (TV Series) · as Joseph Greene / Joe Landers
2000
Andromeda (TV Series) · as Citizen Eight
2000
The Art of War · as Frank Capella
2000
What's Cooking? · as Herb 'herbie' Seelig
2000
1999
Jacob Two Two Meets the Hooded Fang · as Mr. Cooper / Louie Loser
1999
Mystery, Alaska · as Bailey Pruitt
1999
Touched · as Burt
1999
Joan of Arc (TV Series) · as Sir Robert De Baudricourt
1999
Entrapment · as Conrad Greene
1999
1998
Jerry and Tom · as Billy
1998
Made in Canada (TV Series) · as Captain Mcgee
1998
The Mask of Zorro · as Prison Warden
1998
Emily of New Moon (TV Series)
1997
Mousehunt · as Alexander Falko
1997
A Life Less Ordinary · as Tod Johnson
1997
The Sweet Hereafter · as Wendell Walker
1997
Northern Lights · as Ben Rubadue
1997
Stargate SG-1 (TV Series) · as Nerus
1997
Gone Fishin' · as Kirk, Waiter (uncredited)
1997
Strip Search · as Tomas
1997
La Femme Nikita (TV Series) · as Rudy
1997
Keeping the Promise · as Hunter Ben Loomis
1997
Love and Death on Long Island · as Irving Buckmuller
1997
Pale Saints · as The Pirate
1996
Lexx (TV Series) · as Pa Gollean
1996
1996
Harriet the Spy · as Holiday Pageant Director (uncredited)
1996
If Looks Could Kill · as Dr. Richard Boggs
1996
Tracey Takes On... (TV Series) · as Kurt Rasmussen
1995
1995
Sugartime · as Tony Accardo
1995
Devil in a Blue Dress · as Matthew Terell
1995
Unstrung Heroes · as Arthur Lidz
1995
Donald Brittain: Filmmaker · as Hal C. Banks
1994
Camilla · as Harold Cara
1994
Whale Music · as Desmond Howl
1994
1994
Due South (TV Series) · as Jasper Gutman
1993
Beethoven's 2nd · as Cliff Klamath
1993
Josh and S.A.M. · as Pizza Man
1993
Money for Nothing · as Vincente Goldoni
1993
Matrix (TV Series) · as Charles Meeks
1993
Sommersby · as Lawyer Dawson
1992
Hero · as Winston
1992
Buried on Sunday · as Dexter Lexcannon
1992
Leaving Normal · as Leon
1992
My Cousin Vinny · as Sam Tipton
1992
Split Images · as Walter Kouza
1991
Conspiracy of Silence (TV Series) · as D'arcy Bancroft, Dwayne Johnston's Lawyer
1991
The Adjuster · as Bubba
1991
Montréal vu par... · as Jurgen Van Doom
1991
1991
1990
Dances with Wolves · as Major Fambrough
1990
Mr. Destiny · as Guzelman
1990
Where the Heart Is · as Harry
1989
Breaking In · as Vincent Tucci
1989
Cold Comfort · as Floyd Lucas
1989
Millennium · as Roger Keane
1989
George's Island · as Mr. Droonfield
1988
Twins · as Burt Klane
1988
Iron Eagle II · as Sgt. Downs
1988
Hot Paint · as Wilensky
1988
Stars and Bars · as Freeborn Gage
1988
Higher Education · as Guido
1987
Caribe · as Captain Burdoch
1987
Hearts of Fire · as Charlie Kelso
1987
Nowhere to Hide · as Marchais
1987
Wild Thing · as Jonathan Trask
1987
Race for the Bomb (TV Series) · as Général Leslie Groves
1987
The Bedroom Window · as Pool Player
1987
Street Legal (TV Series) · as Ben Tochet
1986
Meatballs III: Summer Job · as Huey, River Rat Leader
1986
Adderly (TV Series) · as Russian Agent
1986
Crime Story (TV Series) · as Steven Kordo
1986
Act of Vengeance · as Claude Vealey
1986
The Vindicator · as Burt Arthus
1985
1985
In Like Flynn · as Williams
1985
DEFCON-4 · as Vinny
1985
Turk 182 · as Man In Wheelchair
1985
Night Heat (TV Series)
1985
1984
Mrs. Soffel · as Guard Charlie Reynolds
1984
Hockey Night · as Bum Johnston
1984
The Guardian · as Rudy Simbro
1984
Sharon, Lois & Bram's Elephant Show (TV Series) · as Fire Captain
1984
1984
Harry & Son · as Lawrence
1983
1983
Of Unknown Origin · as Dan Errol
1983
WarGames · as Jim Sting
1983
Philip Marlowe, Private Eye (TV Series) · as Lt. Copernik
1983
Curtains · as Monty
1982
Highpoint · as Falco
1982
Soup for One · as Dr. Wexler
1981
Seeing Things (TV Series)
1981
Death Hunt · as Clarence
1980
American Playhouse (TV Series) · as Gondol
1980
1980
Double Negative · as Rollins
1980
Nothing Personal · as Kanook
1979
Riel · as Howard
1979
The Great Detective (TV Series) · as Keynes
1977
ABC Weekend Special (TV Series) · as Mousey
1976
SHErlock (2023) (TV Series) · as Cast
1975
King of Kensington (TV Series)

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