Max Grodénchik
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- November 12, 1952 in Queens, New York, USA
- Active Years
- 1981–2024 (44 Years)
- Total Credits
- 38 credits in database
Biography
Max Grodénchik, also known as Michael Grodénchik, is an American stage, film, and television actor. He was born on November 12, 1952, in Queens, New York. He is best known for his role as Rom, a recurring character on the television series Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. He developed the part of Rom after initially auditioning for the character Quark. Aside from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, his acting career includes performances in theater, film, and television. Some of his known film and television credits include The Rocketeer, Barton Fink, Sister Act, Apollo 13, and Rumpelstiltskin. He remains recognized for his television work and performances across various media.
Career overview
Max Grodénchik is an American stage, film, and television actor born on November 12, 1952, in Queens, New York. He is also known by the name Michael Grodénchik. He is best known for his television role as Rom, a recurring character and gentle, comically earnest Ferengi on the television series Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, which began in 1993. He developed the part of Rom after initially auditioning for the character Quark.
Aside from his work on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Grodénchik has performed across theater, film, and television. His film work includes appearances in The Rocketeer in 1991 and Rumpelstiltskin in 1995. Additional highlights from his career in film and television include roles in Barton Fink, Sister Act, and Apollo 13. He has maintained a presence within the Star Trek fandom through his memorable portrayal and convention appearances.
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Full Filmography
38 titles- Crazy Roads (2024) as Mr. Melk
- Hacking at Leaves (2024) as Uncle Sam
- Masking Threshold (2022) as Officer 2 (voice)
- Star Trek: Lower Decks (2020) as Rom (voice)
- Unbelievable!!!!! (2020) as Paramedic Yacky
- What We Left Behind: Looking Back at Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (2018) as Self
- Glossary of Broken Dreams (2018) as Biological Male
- King of California (2007) as Leonid
- Hustle (2004) as Norm
- Bruce Almighty (2003) as Control Room Operator
- 10-8: Officers on Duty (2003) as Teacher
- Crossing Jordan (2001) as Maintenance Worker
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Pawnbroker
- The Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle (2000) as Horse Spy
- Space Cadets (1997) as Self
- The Drew Carey Show (1995) as Vincent
- Sliders (1995) as Skuldar
- Apollo 13 (1995) as FIDO Gold
- Rumpelstiltskin (1995) as Rumpelstiltskin
- Here Come the Munsters (1995) as Norman Hyde
- ER (1994) as Street Vendor
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Patron in Vic's Lounge (uncredited)
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Rom
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Ferengi Pit Boss
- Rising Sun (1993) as Club Manager
- Doorways (1993) as Roth
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine - Emissary (1993) as Rom
- The Rocketeer (1991) as Wilmer
- Barton Fink (1991) as Clapper Boy
- The Gambler Returns: The Luck of the Draw (1991) as Bailiff
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) as Bic
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Sovak
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Par Lenor
- Night Court (1984) as Norman Snite
- Out (1982) as Arnold / Boy
- Chu Chu and the Philly Flash (1981) as Frankie
- Doorways as Roth
- Tycho as Jeppe Sørensen
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Max Grodénchik best known for?
Max Grodénchik is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Liar's Moon (1982), What We Left Behind: Looking Back at Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (2018), King of California (2007), The Naked Island (1960).
When and where was Max Grodénchik born?
Max Grodénchik was born on November 12, 1952 in Queens, New York, USA.
How many credits does Max Grodénchik have?
Max Grodénchik has accumulated over 38 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1981 to 2024.
What is Max Grodénchik's background in cinema and television?
Max Grodénchik, also known as Michael Grodénchik, is an American stage, film, and television actor. He was born on November 12, 1952, in Queens, New York. He is best known for his role as Rom, a recurring character on the television series Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. He developed the part of Rom after initially auditio...
Max Grodénchik by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Sovak — aged about 34
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Par Lenor — aged about 34
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) as Bic — aged about 36
- 10-8: Officers on Duty (2003) as Teacher — aged about 50
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Patron in Vic's Lounge (uncredited) — aged about 40
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Rom — aged about 40
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