Max Gail
Biography
Max Gail is an American actor born on April 5, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, USA. He is known for his role as Detective Stan "Wojo" Wojciehowicz on the sitcom Barney Miller, which aired from 1975 to 1982. Gail also appeared in the feature film D.C. Cab in 1983 as the owner of the D.C. Cab taxi company. He has received nominations for Primetime Emmy Awards and won Daytime Emmy Awards for his roles in General Hospital. Gail has been active in the entertainment industry with over 116 credits.
Career overview
Max Gail is an American actor born on April 5, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan. He is known for his role as Detective Stan "Wojo" Wojciehowicz on the sitcom Barney Miller, which aired from 1975 to 1982. He also appeared in the feature film D.C. Cab, released in 1983, as the owner of the D.C. Cab taxi company.
In addition to his work in television and film, Max Gail has also appeared in the soap opera General Hospital, for which he won the 2019 and 2021 Daytime Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actor. His acting credits span multiple genres and formats, showcasing his versatility as a performer.
Max Gail's career has spanned over four decades, with a total of 116 known credits. He has established himself as a talented and accomplished actor, with a range of notable roles in television and film.
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119 titles- Shangri-La (2024) as Joe Sellers
- The Last Full Measure (2020) as Haley
- All Together Now (2020) as Mr. Linder
- Viral Vignettes (2020) as Rick
- Jumping the Gun (2020)
- Magnum P.I. (2018) as Bob Braddock
- The Cool Kids (2018) as Robert
- DriverX (2018) as Danny
- The Hero (2017) as Gary Babcock
- Abundant Acreage Available (2017) as Hans
- September Morning (2017) as Delivery Don
- Recovery Road (2016) as Mort
- Chicago Med (2015) as Ellis Turner
- I'll See You in My Dreams (2015) as Carl
- In Memory (2015) as David Sawyer
- Underdog Kids (2015) as Charlie Walker
- Scorpion (2014) as Bruce
- Review (2014) as Forrest's Father
- The Frontier (2014) as Sean
- 42 (2013) as Burt Shotton
- Longmire (2012) as Thomas Hoyt
- Perception (2012) as John O'Hare
- Harry's Law (2011) as Gerald Essex
- Act Your Age (2011) as Andrew
- Hawaii Five-0 (2010) as Bill Walker
- Always and Forever (2009) as Bill Anderson
- You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story (2009) as Self
- Gary Unmarried (2008)
- Gary Unmarried (2008) as Jack
- Mad Men (2007) as Floyd
- Life (2007) as Dr. Jackson Bridger
- Dexter (2006) as Banana Boat Tour Guide
- Psych (2006) as Jerry Carp
- Sons & Daughters (2006) as Wendal Halbert
- The Legend of Tillamook's Gold (2006) as Julie's Grandfather
- Criminal Minds (2005) as Conrad Winmar
- Hoxsey: When Healing Becomes a Crime (2005) as Narrator
- Entourage (2004) as Max Gail
- Bloodlines (2004) as Robert
- NCIS (2003) as Sam Loomis
- Cold Case (2003) as Ray Lisi (2008)
- Graduation Night (2003) as Mr. Quigley
- Celebrities Uncensored (2003) as Self
- Facing the Enemy (2001) as Thomas Galloway
- The Perfect Wife (2001) as Ted Vance
- 18 Wheels of Justice (2000)
- Judging Amy (1999) as Psychiatrist
- Judgment Day (1999) as General William 'Bill' Meech
- Naturally Native (1999) as Mr. Carson
- Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction (1997) as Buck Randall (segment "The Tractor")
- The Inheritance (1997) as Arliss Johnson
- Good Luck (1997) as Farmer John
- Tell Me No Secrets (1997) as Art Koster
- Not in This Town (1997) as Wayne Inman
- Forest Warrior (1996) as Sheriff Ramsey
- Mind Rage (1996) as Lou
- The Drew Carey Show (1995) as Les
- Dangerous Touch (1995) as Jasper Stone
- Chicago Hope (1994)
- Chicago Hope (1994) as Caleb Cline
- Due South (1994) as Sheriff Wilson Welsh
- Pontiac Moon (1994) as Jerome Bellamy
- Deadly Target (1994) as Captain Peters
- Mortal Fear (1994) as Det. Michael Curran
- Ride with the Wind (1994) as Jack Hayes
- Sodbusters (1994) as Tom Partridge
- Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (1993) as Mr. Edwin James
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Dan Lundy
- The Switch (1993) as Judge Johnson
- Renegade (1992)
- A Child Lost Forever: The Jerry Sherwood Story (1992) as Mr. Jurgens
- Street Crimes (1992) as Flannigan
- Somebody's Daughter (1992) as Harry
- Home Improvement (1991) as Officer Keegan
- Our Shining Moment (1991) as John McGuire Jr.
- Normal Life (1990)
- Quantum Leap (1989) as George Sanders
- Doogie Howser, M.D. (1989) as Mr. Bailey
- The Outside Woman (1989) as Billy
- Judgment in Berlin (1988) as Judah Best
- Man Against the Mob (1988) as Rusty Kitchens
- Tonight's the Night (1987) as Sam Davies
- Matlock (1986) as Lt. Chet Webber
- Where are the Children? (1986) as Clay Eldridge
- Can You Feel Me Dancing? (1986) as Mel Nichols
- Killer in the Mirror (1986)
- Intimate Strangers (1986) as Sol Kramer
- Amazing Stories (1985) as Duncan Moore
- The Comedy Factory (1985) as Harry Stover
- Letting Go (1985) as Dr. Rudnick
- The Other Lover (1985) as Sal
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Stanley Holmes
- Heartbreakers (1984) as King
- 11th Victim (1984) as Andrew Spencer
- Whiz Kids (1983) as Llewellyn Farley
- Whiz Kids (1983) Director
- D.C. Cab (1983) as Harold
- The Grand Baby (1983)
- Vietnam: The Secret Agent (1983) as Narrator
- The Aliens Are Coming (1980) as Russ Garner
- Fun and Games (1980) as Ray Garvey
- Cardiac Arrest (1980) as Leigh Gregory
- Tales of the Unexpected (1979) as Charlie
- Pearl (1978) as 1st Sgt. Walder
- Like Mom, Like Me (1978) as Henry Millen
- Desperate Women (1978) as Lt. Spangler
- Curse of the Black Widow (1977) as Ragsdale
- Battle of the Network Stars (1976)
- Barney Miller (1975) as Stan Wojciehowicz
- Barney Miller (1975) Director
- Night Moves (1975) as Stud
- Foster & Laurie (1975)
- Call to Danger (1973) as Anderson
- The Streets of San Francisco (1972) as Donald Wilton
- Cannon (1971)
- Dirty Harry (1971) as Tunnel Hoodlum (uncredited)
- The Organization (1971) as Rudy
- Ironside (1967) as Patrolman (uncredited)
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Max Gail best known for?
Max Gail is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Last Full Measure (2020), All Together Now (2020), Magnum P.I. (2018), The Hero (2017).
When and where was Max Gail born?
Max Gail was born on April 5, 1943 in Detroit, Michigan, USA.
How many credits does Max Gail have?
Max Gail has accumulated over 119 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1961 to 2024.
What is Max Gail's background in cinema and television?
Max Gail is an American actor born on April 5, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, USA. He is known for his role as Detective Stan "Wojo" Wojciehowicz on the sitcom Barney Miller, which aired from 1975 to 1982. Gail also appeared in the feature film D.C. Cab in 1983 as the owner of the D.C. Cab taxi company. He has received no...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Chicago Med (2015) as Ellis Turner — aged about 72
- Criminal Minds (2005) as Conrad Winmar — aged about 62
- Scorpion (2014) as Bruce — aged about 71
- Dexter (2006) as Banana Boat Tour Guide — aged about 63
- Mad Men (2007) as Floyd — aged about 64
- Quantum Leap (1989) as George Sanders — aged about 46
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