Born on October 1, 1920, in New York City, he began his acting career in the theater before transitioning to film and television. Known for his distinctive voice and comedic timing, he gained fame with his role in "The Odd Couple" alongside Jack Lemmon. Throughout his career, he excelled in both comedic and dramatic roles, earning an Academy Award for "The Fortune Cookie." He continued to entertain audiences with his grumpy yet endearing persona until his passing in 2000.
FAIL SAFE
Fail Safe is a tense Cold War thriller that explores the terrifying possibility of accidental nuclear war. The film follows a U.S. Air Force bomber...
THE ODD COUPLE
The Odd Couple is a classic comedy that explores the lives of two mismatched roommates, Felix Ungar and Oscar Madison, who move in together after...
THE TAKING OF PELHAM 123
The Taking of Pelham 123 is a lean 1974 New York City crime thriller directed by Joseph Sargent. When a subway car is hijacked and a ransom demand is...
THE TAKING OF PELHAM ONE TWO THREE
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three is a gripping thriller set in New York City. The film follows the hijacking of a subway train by a group of armed...
BAD NEWS BEARS
Bad News Bears is a 1976 sports comedy film about a down-and-out Little League baseball team, coached by an alcoholic ex-minor league baseball player....
THE LAUGHING POLICEMAN
The Laughing Policeman is a gritty crime thriller set in 1970s San Francisco. The film follows Inspector Jake Martin as he investigates a brutal mass...
THE BAD NEWS BEARS
The Bad News Bears is a 1976 sports comedy film about a misfit little league baseball team and their coach who leads them to unexpected success. Full...