Harvey Atkin

PersonDec 18, 1942 - Jul 17, 2017 (died age 74)Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Canadian actor (1942–2017)

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Harvey Atkin

Harvey Atkin (18 December 1942 – 18 July 2017) was a Canadian actor known for his roles in various film and television productions. He is best remembered for portraying Morty Melnick in the comedy film Meatballs and Sergeant Ronald Coleman in the TV series Cagney & Lacey. Additionally, he lent his voice to iconic characters such as King Koopa in The Super Mario Bros. Super Show! and Sam in The Adventures of Sam & Max: Freelance Police. Atkin began his career in acting after developing an interest while studying at Northview Heights Secondary School. He also received a Genie nomination for his performance in Meatballs.

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Harvey Atkin ranks #23,868 most popular person with a Buzz Score of 0.1. Harvey Atkin peaked at #27,154 of all time (Apr 15 - May 14, 2021). Harvey Atkin ranks #16,747 over the past 365 days.

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Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

Alan Ridenour · 18 ep · 1999 – Present

Suits

Judge N. Palermo · 1 ep · 2011 – 2019

Suits

Judge Palermo · 1 ep · 2011 – 2019

Law & Order

Judge Ronald Mannheim · 2 ep · 1990 – Present

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Heavy Metal

Alien / Henchman (voice) · 1981

Meatballs

Eddie and the Cruisers II: Eddie Lives!

Eddie and the Cruisers II: Eddie Lives!

Lew Eisen · 1989

Barney's Version

Barney's Version

2nd Mrs. P's Father · 2010

Atlantic City

Bus Driver · 1980

Critical Care

Judge Fatale · 1997

The Stupids

Deli Guy · 1996

Guilty as Sin

Judge Steinberg · 1993

Speed Zone

Gus Gold · 1989

Visiting Hours

Vinnie Bradshaw · 1982

One Tough Cop

If You Could See What I Hear

If You Could See What I Hear

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Harvey Atkin

Harvey Atkin (18 December 1942 – 18 July 2017) was a Canadian actor known for his roles in various film and television productions. He is best remembered for portraying Morty Melnick in the comedy film Meatballs and Sergeant Ronald Coleman in the TV series Cagney & Lacey. Additionally, he lent his voice to iconic characters such as King Koopa in The Super Mario Bros. Super Show! and Sam in The Adventures of Sam & Max: Freelance Police. Atkin began his career in acting after developing an interest while studying at Northview Heights Secondary School. He also received a Genie nomination for his performance in Meatballs.

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