Gerry Bamman
Biography
Gerald G. Bamman is a retired American actor and playwright. He was born on September 18, 1941, in Independence, Kansas, United States. Bamman is known for his work in film and television, with fifty-eight known acting credits. Among his film appearances, he is best recognized for playing Frank McCallister, the ill-tempered, stingy, cheap, and selfish uncle of Macaulay Culkin's character Kevin McCallister, in the films Home Alone in 1990 and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York in 1992. Bamman was 49 years old when he first played the role in the holiday family film. His filmography also includes the film The Bodyguard.
Career overview
Gerald G. Bamman is an American retired actor and playwright born on September 18, 1941, in Independence, Kansas. He is known for his work in film and television, with fifty-eight known acting credits.
Bamman is best known for playing Frank McCallister, the ill-tempered, stingy, cheap, and selfish uncle of Macaulay Culkin's character Kevin McCallister, in the holiday classic family films Home Alone released in 1990 and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York released in 1992. He was 49 years old when he first played the role in the first film. In addition to his appearances in the Home Alone franchise, his filmography includes the 1992 film The Bodyguard.
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61 titles- The Second Oldest Man Alive (2025) as William Bennett
- The Following (2013) as Charles Perry
- The Good Wife (2009) as Diane's Client
- My Father's Will (2009) as Stuart Curtis
- Canterbury's Law (2008)
- Damages (2007) as Doctor
- Rescue Me (2004) as Doctor
- Around the Bend (2004) as Albert
- The Cookout (2004) as Butler
- Runaway Jury (2003) as Herman Grimes
- Benjamin Franklin (2002) as Paul Wentworth
- Double Whammy (2001) as Mayor
- Second Honeymoon (2001) as Philip
- Born Loser (2001) as Mr. Vales
- Passion of Mind (2000) as Edward 'Ed' Youngerman
- Two Family House (2000) as Mr. Pine
- Urbania (2000) as Don
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Craig Prince
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as D.A. Schaeffer
- Superstar (1999) as Father John
- The Confession (1999) as Psychiatrist
- Home Alone - Making of & Behind the Scenes (1999) as Uncle Frank
- Sex and the City (1998) as Shrink
- Great Expectations (1998) as Ted Rabinowitz
- The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996) as CIA Man (uncredited)
- The Single Guy (1995) as Dr. Bradford
- New York News (1995)
- The Puppet Masters (1994) as Viscott
- Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992) as Uncle Frank
- The Bodyguard (1992) as Ray Court
- Swans Crossing (1992) as Captain Walker
- Lorenzo's Oil (1992) as Doctor Judalon
- Love, Lies and Murder (1991) as Mark Lockwood
- Married to It (1991) as Arthur Everson
- The Chase (1991) as Peter
- The 10 Million Dollar Getaway (1991) as Peter Greunwald
- Law & Order (1990) as Stan Gillum
- Law & Order (1990) as Dean Pollard
- Law & Order (1990) as Thomas Everton
- Law & Order (1990) as I.A.D. Lieutenant Kennedy
- Desperate Hours (1990) as Ed Tallent
- Home Alone (1990) as Uncle Frank
- Kojak: None So Blind (1990) as Warburton
- Pink Cadillac (1989) as Buddy
- A Man Called Hawk (1989)
- True Believer (1989) as Brian Nevins
- Bloodhounds of Broadway (1989) as Inspector McNamara
- Manhunt: Search for the Night Stalker (1989) as Phil Thomas
- American Experience (1988) as Peter Fenner
- Cocktail (1988) as Tourist
- Morning Become Electric (1988) as Dad
- The Secret of My Success (1987) as Art Thomas
- Courage (1986) as Assistant US Attorney
- The Equalizer (1985)
- Spenser: For Hire (1985)
- Brass (1985) as George Whitman
- Old Enough (1984) as Mr. Sloan
- Sentimental Journey (1984) as Artie
- American Playhouse (1982) as Inspector McNamara
- Lightning Over Water (1980) as Self
- Our Late Night (1975)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Gerry Bamman best known for?
Gerry Bamman is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Conviction (2010), The Good Wife (2009), My Father's Will (2009), Shane (1953).
When and where was Gerry Bamman born?
Gerry Bamman was born on September 18, 1941 in Independence, Kansas, USA.
How many credits does Gerry Bamman have?
Gerry Bamman has accumulated over 61 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1975 to 2025.
What is Gerry Bamman's background in cinema and television?
Gerald G. Bamman is a retired American actor and playwright. He was born on September 18, 1941, in Independence, Kansas, United States. Bamman is known for his work in film and television, with fifty-eight known acting credits. Among his film appearances, he is best recognized for playing Frank McCallister, the ill-tem...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Craig Prince — aged about 57
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as D.A. Schaeffer — aged about 57
- The Good Wife (2009) as Diane's Client — aged about 67
- Rescue Me (2004) as Doctor — aged about 62
- Home Alone (1990) as Uncle Frank — aged about 48
- Damages (2007) as Doctor — aged about 65
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