Maury Chaykin

Biography

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.

Known For

Jim Sting

WarGames

Major Fambrough

Dances with Wolves

John Reed

Cutthroat Island

Wendell Walker

The Sweet Hereafter

Conrad Greene

Entrapment

Burt Arthus

The Vindicator

Roger Keane

Millennium

Frank Capella

The Art of War

Marchais

Nowhere to Hide

Accountant

Blindness

Alexander Falko

MouseHunt

Tod Johnson

A Life Less Ordinary

Matthew Terell

Devil in a Blue Dress

Robert Beattie

The Hunt For the BTK Killer

Burt Klane

Twins

Clarence

Death Hunt

Sally Sanmarco

Where the Truth Lies

Lyle Harris

Heavens Fall

Donald Rossi

Plan B

Bubba

The Adjuster

Vinny

DEFCON-4

Bailey Pruitt

Mystery, Alaska

Dan Errol

Of Unknown Origin

Frank Perlin

Owning Mahowny

Stan Deane

It's a Boy Girl Thing

The Kidnapper

Hostage

Big Tony

Casino Jack

Pool Player

The Bedroom Window

Harry

Where the Heart Is

Holiday Pageant Director (uncredited)

Harriet the Spy

Lawrence

Harry & Son

Floyd Lucas

Cold Comfort

Marcello

Varian's War

Billy

Jerry and Tom

Jonathan Trask

Wild Thing

Harold Cara

Camilla

Mr. Droonfield

George's Island

Bum Johnston

Hockey Night

Desmond Howl

Whale Music

Freeborn Gage

Stars & Bars

Norman

On Their Knees

Jurgen van Doom

Montréal vu par…

Exotica Club Client (uncredited)

Exotica

Ethan Lowry

Crossed Over

Col. Fox

Conduct Unbecoming

Rudy Simbro

The Guardian

Ben Rubadue

Northern Lights

Uncle Rick

The Wet Season

Mayor Brent Fisher

Wilby Wonderful

H.E. Mr. Durand

Cooking With Stella

Passenger & Professor On-Line

Adoration

Monty

Curtains

Kanook

Nothing Personal

Dietrich Baum

Hooked on Speedman

Howard

Riel

Dr. Roger 'Tony' Toussant

Intern Academy

Falco

Highpoint

Tony Accardo

Sugartime

Huey, River Rat Leader

Meatballs III: Summer Job

Leon

Leaving Normal

Irving Buckmuller

Love and Death on Long Island

Arthur Lidz

Unstrung Heroes

Captain Burdoch

Caribe

Me

Williams

In Like Flynn

The Pirate

Pale Saints

Tomas

Strip Search

Herb 'Herbie' Seelig

What's Cooking?

Claude Vealey

Act of Vengeance

Vincente Goldoni

Money for Nothing

Lord Oldenberg

Abroad

Wilensky

Hot Paint

Walter Kouza

Split Images

Scorekeeper

Bleacher Bums

Dexter Lexcannon

Buried on Sunday

Stanley

Sugar

Rollins

Double Negative

Howard Pawley

Elijah

Man in wheelchair

Turk 182!

Burt

Touched

Hunter Ben Loomis

Keeping the Promise

Charlie Kelso

Hearts of Fire

Max Perkins

Hemingway vs. Callaghan

Walter Gibbs

Being Julia

Himself

Camp Hollywood

Bruno

Jimmy B. & Andre

Rusty

The Grift

Winston

Hero

Harvey Cannon

The Kidnapping of the President

The Pianist

Pizza Man

Josh and S.A.M.

Guard Charlie Reynolds

Mrs. Soffel

Nero Wolfe

The Golden Spiders: A Nero Wolfe Mystery

Ernest

Bartleby

Dr. Richard Boggs

If Looks Could Kill

Prison Warden

The Mask of Zorro

Wedding Guest

Barney's Version

Dr. Wexler

Soup for One

Sam Tipton

My Cousin Vinny

Vincent Tucci

Breaking In

Mr. Cooper / Louie Loser

Jacob Two Two Meets the Hooded Fang

Mr. Linkletter

Static

Bruce

Let the Devil Wear Black

Sgt. Downs

Iron Eagle II

Kirk, Waiter (uncredited)

Gone Fishin'

Roland Gow

Bull

Guzelman

Mr. Destiny

Cliff Klamath

Beethoven's 2nd

Sid

The Suicide Murders

Gondol

Overdrawn at the Memory Bank

En passant

(segment "Artaud Double Bill") (archive footage)

Chacun son cinema ou Ce petit coup au coeur quand la lumiere s'eteint et que le film commence

Dan Weisman

Tracey Ullman in the Trailer Tales

Lawyer Dawson

Sommersby

self

The Making of Nero Wolfe

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

115

Gender

Male

Birthday

1949-07-27

Place of Birth

Brooklyn, New York, USA

Also Known As

Мори Чайкин