TV Shows - Hy Anzell
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on October 07, 2025. Hy Anzell has appeared in 1 television series with data.
#138Law & Orderas Mr. Spivak • 1 episode • #138 most popular showLaw & Order is a critically acclaimed crime drama television series that follows the lives of dedicated police officers and prosecutors as they navigate the complex world of criminal justice in New York City. The show is known for its gripping storytelling, intricate plotlines, and realistic portrayal of the legal system. With a combination of police investigations and courtroom drama, Law & Order has captivated audiences for over two decades.
Movies - Hy Anzell
Sorted by online popularity. Hy Anzell has appeared in 10 movies with data.
#1,854Annie Hallas Joey Nichols (as Hy Ansel) • #1,854 most popular movieAnnie Hall is a 1977 American satirical romantic comedy-drama film directed by Woody Allen, starring Allen as Alvy Singer, who navigates the complexities of his relationship with Annie Hall, portrayed by Diane Keaton.
#4,095Deconstructing Harryas Max • #4,095 most popular movieDeconstructing Harry is a 1997 American black comedy film featuring Woody Allen as successful writer Harry Block, who alienates people by drawing inspiration from real-life events and individuals.
#4,115Pacific Heightsas Locksmith Manford Bagel • #4,115 most popular movie
#4,411Crimes and Misdemeanorsas Seder Guest • #4,411 most popular movieCrimes and Misdemeanors is a critically acclaimed American existential comedy-drama film directed by Woody Allen, featuring an ensemble cast including Martin Landau and Mia Farrow.
#4,618Radio Daysas Mr. Waldbaum • #4,618 most popular movieRadio Days is a 1987 American comedy-drama film exploring the impact of radio on a working-class family in Rockaway Beach, New York, during the late 1930s and 1940s.
#4,885Ironweedas Rosskam • #4,885 most popular movieIronweed is a 1987 American drama film directed by Héctor Babenco, starring Jack Nicholson and Meryl Streep. The story revolves around the complex relationship between a homeless couple, dealing with personal demons and haunted pasts during the Great Depression era.
#5,586Bananasas Patient in Operating Room • #5,586 most popular movieBananas is a 1971 American comedy film depicting a New Yorker who embarks on an adventure in a small Latin American country amidst a revolution.
#7,024Dead Bangas Captain Waxman • #7,024 most popular movieDead Bang is a 1989 American action thriller film following LAPD Detective Jerry Beck as he investigates the murder of a police officer on Christmas Eve and uncovers a dangerous conspiracy involving white supremacist militias.
#7,502The Cemetery Clubas Al • #7,502 most popular movieThe Cemetery Club is a 1993 American comedy film about three widows in a Jewish community in Pittsburgh who gather weekly to visit their husbands' graves and share their life experiences.
#7,679Crossing the Bridgeas Manny Goldfarb • #7,679 most popular movie
Hy Anzell Biography
Hy Anzell (September 7, 1923 – August 23, 2003) was a Yiddish-speaking American actor. He originated the role of 'Mr. Mushnik' in the original off-Broadway production of Little Shop of Horrors. Anzell appeared in numerous films and television programs, including several directed by Woody Allen such as Bananas and Annie Hall, where he played Uncle Joey Nichols. He was also part of the original 1976 Broadway cast of Checking Out. Anzell passed away at the age of 79 from natural causes. He was a Jewish actor who made significant contributions to both stage and screen.
