Maury Chaykin

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Maury Chaykin (July 27, 1949 - July 27, 2010) was an American-Canadian actor known for performances on both the stage and screen. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Chaykin moved to Toronto, Canada in 1974 after studying acting at the University of Buffalo. Throughout his career, Chaykin worked extensively in both Canada and the United States. He appeared in notable films such as Dances with Wolves (1990), My Cousin Vinny (1992), The Sweet Hereafter (1997), Owning Mahowny (2003), and Being Julia (2004). Chaykin's performances often garnered critical acclaim and earned him awards and nominations, including several Genie Awards. On television, Chaykin showcased his versatility in a wide range of roles. He appeared in numerous acclaimed series, including Entourage, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, and most notably Nero Wolfe Mysteries (2001 - 2002), in which he played the titular role. Maury Chaykin passed away on July 27, 2010, on his 61st birthday.

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2011
Conduct Unbecoming
Movie Col. Fox
2011
The Drunk and On Drugs Happy Fun Time Hour
TV show
2010
Barney's Version
Movie Wedding Guest
2010
Casino Jack
Movie Big Tony
2010
Cooking With Stella
Movie H.E. Mr. Durand
2010
Abroad
Movie Lord Oldenberg
2009
Adoration
Movie Passenger & Professor On-Line
2008
Hooked on Speedman
Movie Dietrich Baum
2008
Bull
Movie Roland Gow
2008
Less Than Kind
TV show Sam Blecher
2008
Static
Movie Mr. Linkletter
2008
Elijah
Movie Howard Pawley
2008
Blindness
Movie Accountant
2008
The Grift
Movie Rusty
2007
To Each His Own Cinema
Movie (segment "Artaud Double Bill") (archive footage)
2006
Heavens Fall
Movie Lyle Harris