Harry Anderson

Acting

Harry Anderson

Born October 14, 1952 · Newport, Rhode Island, USA

Died April 16, 2018 · aged 65

Harry Laverne Anderson (October 14, 1952 – April 16, 2018) was an American actor, screenwriter, director and magician. He is best known for the role of Judge Harry Stone on the 1984–92 television series Night Court. In addition to eight appearances on Saturday Night Live between 1981 and 1985, Anderson had a recurring guest role as con man Harry "The Hat" Gittes on Cheers, toured extensively as a …

Known For

She's Having a BabyShe's Having a Baby · 1988
She's Having a Baby
6.01988
MovieComedyDrama
Jake and Kristy Briggs are newlyweds. Being young, they are perhaps a bit unprepared for the full reality of marriage and all that it (and their parents) expect from them. Do they want babies? Their parents certainly want them to. Is married life all that there is? Things certainly aren't helped by Jake's friend Davis, who always seems to turn up just in time to put a spanner in the works.
Disneyland's 30th Anniversary CelebrationDisneyland's 30th Anniversary Celebration · 1985
Disneyland's 30th Anniversary Celebration
7.51985
MovieDocumentaryTV Movie
Broadcast on NBC February 18, 1985, the Disneyland 30th Anniversary Celebration was hosted by John Forsythe and Drew Barrymore. The special is a look back into the first thirty years of Disneyland's history. Featuring footage from opening day in 1955, including the famous Walt Disney opening day speech.
Magic with the StarsMagic with the Stars · 1982
Magic with the Stars
9.01982
MovieFamilyTV Movie
Hollywood celebrities assist magicians in a program of magic and illusion.
Happy Birthday, Bugs! 50 Looney YearsHappy Birthday, Bugs! 50 Looney Years · 1990
Happy Birthday, Bugs! 50 Looney Years
7.21990
MovieComedyTV Movie
A 50th anniversary tribute to Bugs Bunny
The Escape ArtistThe Escape Artist · 1982
The Escape Artist
6.21982
MovieComedyCrime
The young and self-confident Danny bluffs at the local police-station that he will escape from prison within an hour. What follows is a flashback showing his childhood with his uncle and aunt, who are 'vaudeville'-artists themselves.
Night of 100 Stars IINight of 100 Stars II · 1985
Night of 100 Stars II
6.81985
MovieComedyMusic
This special is the second "Night of 100 Stars" to benefit The Actors Fund of America. Edited from a seven-hour live entertainment marathon that was taped February 17, 1985, at New York's Radio City Music Hall, this sequel to the 1982 "Night of 100 Stars" special features 288 celebrities.
Harry Anderson's "Hello, Sucker!"Harry Anderson's "Hello, Sucker!" · 1986
Harry Anderson's "Hello, Sucker!"
8.51986
MovieComedy
This 1986 Showtime Special features the late great Harry "The Hat" Anderson performing a slick, occasionally shocking mix of magic and comedy for a live audience, inter-cut with a few sequences in which he repeatedly scams a mark. Look for Night Court co-star John Larroquette in a key scene.
Spies, Lies & Naked ThighsSpies, Lies & Naked Thighs · 1988
Spies, Lies & Naked Thighs
4.41988
MovieComedyTV Movie
In this spoof of spy films, Alan, a U.N. translator, and his kindergarten teacher wife, Beverly, get roped into helping foil a presidential assassination plot by an unlikely G-man-who just so happens to look like Alan's old college buddy, Freddie. But before "Freddie" can finger the real hired-gun-a cold-hearted killer with a penchant for using kitchen tools to do the deed-he, Alan, and Beverly must first rule out some strange and unusual suspects.

Movies

She's Having a BabyShe's Having a Baby · 1988
She's Having a Baby
6.01988
MovieComedyDrama
Jake and Kristy Briggs are newlyweds. Being young, they are perhaps a bit unprepared for the full reality of marriage and all that it (and their parents) expect from them. Do they want babies? Their parents certainly want them to. Is married life all that there is? Things certainly aren't helped by Jake's friend Davis, who always seems to turn up just in time to put a spanner in the works.
Disneyland's 30th Anniversary CelebrationDisneyland's 30th Anniversary Celebration · 1985
Disneyland's 30th Anniversary Celebration
7.51985
MovieDocumentaryTV Movie
Broadcast on NBC February 18, 1985, the Disneyland 30th Anniversary Celebration was hosted by John Forsythe and Drew Barrymore. The special is a look back into the first thirty years of Disneyland's history. Featuring footage from opening day in 1955, including the famous Walt Disney opening day speech.
Magic with the StarsMagic with the Stars · 1982
Magic with the Stars
9.01982
MovieFamilyTV Movie
Hollywood celebrities assist magicians in a program of magic and illusion.
Happy Birthday, Bugs! 50 Looney YearsHappy Birthday, Bugs! 50 Looney Years · 1990
Happy Birthday, Bugs! 50 Looney Years
7.21990
MovieComedyTV Movie
A 50th anniversary tribute to Bugs Bunny
The Escape ArtistThe Escape Artist · 1982
The Escape Artist
6.21982
MovieComedyCrime
The young and self-confident Danny bluffs at the local police-station that he will escape from prison within an hour. What follows is a flashback showing his childhood with his uncle and aunt, who are 'vaudeville'-artists themselves.
Night of 100 Stars IINight of 100 Stars II · 1985
Night of 100 Stars II
6.81985
MovieComedyMusic
This special is the second "Night of 100 Stars" to benefit The Actors Fund of America. Edited from a seven-hour live entertainment marathon that was taped February 17, 1985, at New York's Radio City Music Hall, this sequel to the 1982 "Night of 100 Stars" special features 288 celebrities.
Harry Anderson's "Hello, Sucker!"Harry Anderson's "Hello, Sucker!" · 1986
Harry Anderson's "Hello, Sucker!"
8.51986
MovieComedy
This 1986 Showtime Special features the late great Harry "The Hat" Anderson performing a slick, occasionally shocking mix of magic and comedy for a live audience, inter-cut with a few sequences in which he repeatedly scams a mark. Look for Night Court co-star John Larroquette in a key scene.
Spies, Lies & Naked ThighsSpies, Lies & Naked Thighs · 1988
Spies, Lies & Naked Thighs
4.41988
MovieComedyTV Movie
In this spoof of spy films, Alan, a U.N. translator, and his kindergarten teacher wife, Beverly, get roped into helping foil a presidential assassination plot by an unlikely G-man-who just so happens to look like Alan's old college buddy, Freddie. But before "Freddie" can finger the real hired-gun-a cold-hearted killer with a penchant for using kitchen tools to do the deed-he, Alan, and Beverly must first rule out some strange and unusual suspects.
Disney's Magic in the Magic KingdomDisney's Magic in the Magic Kingdom · 1988
Disney's Magic in the Magic Kingdom
8.01988
MovieFamily
Television special focused on magic acts in the Magic Kingdom
Harry Anderson's SideshowHarry Anderson's Sideshow · 1987
Harry Anderson's Sideshow
10.01987
Movie
Variety magic and comedy.
Twilight TheatreTwilight Theatre · 1982
Twilight Theatre
1982
MovieComedyTV Movie
Television parody. Sketches include: Women Who Have Made It With Me, No-Arms Bandits, Pee-Wee's Playhouse, & Funky High School. Features a performance by Riders in the Sky & Devo's "Beautiful World" music video. Also, excerpts from Tom Tom Club's "Genius of Love" video, & QUASI AT THE QUACKADERO.
Mother Goose Rock 'n' RhymeMother Goose Rock 'n' Rhyme · 1990
Mother Goose Rock 'n' Rhyme
5.01990
MovieAdventureFamily
Set in the mythical world of Rhymeland, Gordon Goose returns home to discover that his mom has mysteriously vanished. Now the characters of Rhymeland are in danger of disappearing unless Mother Goose returns.
A Matter of FaithA Matter of Faith · 2014
A Matter of Faith
4.82014
MovieDrama
Christian girl Rachel Whitaker goes off to college for her freshman year and begins to be influenced by her popular biology professor Marcus Kaman, who teaches that evolution is the answer to the origins of life. When Rachel’s father senses something amiss with his daughter, he begins to examine the situation and what he discovers catches him completely off-guard. Now very concerned about Rachel drifting away from her Christian faith, he sets out to do something about it.
HarveyHarvey · 1996
Harvey
5.21996
MovieFantasyTV Movie
An unlikely hero, Elwood P. Dowd. This mild-mannered-but-eccentric bachelor has, for several years, happily kept company with Harvey, a six-foot-tall rabbit that only he can see. All's well until Elwood's social-climbing sister, Veta, and her teenage daughter, Myrtle Mae, come to live with him and fear his odd behavior will undermine their ambitions. When Elwood disrupts the ladies' first afternoon tea party by introducing wealthy Aunt Ethel Chauvenet to Harvey, Veta sees that something must be done right away. She takes compliant Elwood to the Chumley Rest Home, leaving him in the car while she tells a Dr. Sanderson all about Elwood and Harvey. Sanderson concludes that Veta is the psychotic one and has her carted off to be committed. Meanwhile Elwood is treated with respect and dignity in light of his sister's mental state. When Dr. Chumley, head of the rest home, returns and hears of the case, he draws the opposite conclusion-that Elwood in fact hallucinates.
Hexing a HurricaneHexing a Hurricane · 2006
Hexing a Hurricane
2006
MovieDocumentary
Hexing a Hurricane is a 2006 documentary film about the effect of Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans. It has been billed as the "First Katrina documentary" released by a New Orleanian. The film was directed by Jeremy Campbell and distributed by the National Film Network. The film's score was orchestrated by New Orleans artist Eric Laws.
The Absent-Minded Professor: Trading PlacesThe Absent-Minded Professor: Trading Places · 1989
The Absent-Minded Professor: Trading Places
2.01989
MovieAdventureDrama
Henry Crawford is tricked into job swapping by an old friend with an evil plan.
The Young Comedians All-Star ReunionThe Young Comedians All-Star Reunion · 1986
The Young Comedians All-Star Reunion
8.01986
MovieComedyDocumentary
Harry Anderson, Richard Belzer, Howie Mandel, Robin Williams and Steven Wright host this hilarious 1986 special in which they introduce stand-up sets from up-and-coming comedians at five of North America's top comedy clubs.
Vanishing AmericaVanishing America · 1985
Vanishing America
7.01985
MovieComedy
While thumbing through old comic books in his parents' attic, 30-year old Rich Hall remembers that the Junior Seed Sales Club of America still owes him a basketball from when he was eight. Rich then sets out on a journey across America to claim his prize, only to find that there's not much America left out there anymore.
Harry Anderson: The Tricks of His TradeHarry Anderson: The Tricks of His Trade · 1996
Harry Anderson: The Tricks of His Trade
1996
MovieComedyTV Movie
A one man CBS Special featuring classic close-up magic, card tricks and other sleight of hand.
The Absent-Minded ProfessorThe Absent-Minded Professor · 1988
The Absent-Minded Professor
6.31988
MovieComedyTV Movie
Henry Crawford is the titular absent-minded professor busy at work in his laboratory. He has a girlfriend, but she is getting frustrated at his repeatedly missing their dates and spending more time with his experiments than with her. One day, Prof. Crawford makes an incredible discovery a form of rubber that defies gravity with each bounce, which he names Flubber. Hopefully, with this invention Crawford can prove to his love that he's not just a hopeless loser stuck doing dead-end research.
Mum and Son's Chilling AdventuresMum and Son's Chilling Adventures · 2019
Mum and Son's Chilling Adventures
7.02019
MovieDocumentaryFamily
Mum and Son's Chilling Adventures is a documentary film that features the unique relationship of a mother and son ghost hunting team that investigates ghostly phenomenon.
A Comedy Celebration: The Comedy & Magic Club's 10th AnniversaryA Comedy Celebration: The Comedy & Magic Club's 10th Anniversary · 1989
A Comedy Celebration: The Comedy & Magic Club's 10th Anniversary
8.01989
MovieComedy
A variety special, taped October 30, 1988 during the 10th anniversary of the Comedy & Magic Club in Hermosa Beach, California, featuring routines by stand-up comics.
The Disneyland StoryThe Disneyland Story · 1990
The Disneyland Story
10.01990
MovieDocumentary
To commemorate Disneyland’s 35th anniversary, host Harry Anderson takes you back in time on the Disneyland Railroad (accompanied by the score to Back to the Future) through the history of Disneyland's timeline. He shares amusing facts and trivia while showing many clips from classic Disney movies as well as footage of the park’s development and construction.
Can We Be SeriousCan We Be Serious · 1989
Can We Be Serious
8.01989
MovieDocumentary
The Improv in LA, the Comedy and Magic Club in Hermosa Beach, and the universe of comedians and impresarios who called them home.

TV Shows

The Mike Douglas ShowThe Mike Douglas Show · 1961
The Mike Douglas Show
5.81961
SeriesComedy
The Mike Douglas Show is an American daytime television talk show hosted by Mike Douglas that originally aired only in the Cleveland area during much of its first two years on the air. It then went into syndication in 1963 and remained on television until 1982. It was distributed by Westinghouse Broadcasting and for much of its run, originated from studios of two of the company's TV stations in Cleveland and Philadelphia.
Saturday Night LiveSaturday Night Live · 1975
Saturday Night Live
6.91975
SeriesComedy
A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary culture and politics, are performed by a large and varying cast of repertory and newer cast members. Each episode is hosted by a celebrity guest, who usually delivers an opening monologue and performs in sketches with the cast, and features performances by a musical guest.
CheersCheers · 1982
Cheers
7.61982
SeriesComedy
The story about a blue-collar Boston bar run by former sports star Sam Malone and the quirky and wonderful people who worked and drank there.
Night CourtNight Court · 1984
Night Court
7.31984
SeriesComedy
An eccentric fun-loving judge presides over an urban night court and all the silliness going on there.
30 Rock30 Rock · 2006
30 Rock
7.52006
SeriesComedy
Liz Lemon, the head writer for a late-night TV variety show in New York, tries to juggle all the egos around her while chasing her own dream.
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of SupermanLois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman · 1993
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
6.91993
SeriesDrama
A much more lavish version of the popular Superman television series which had first aired forty years earlier, Lois & Clark focused more on the Man of Steel's early adult years in Metropolis. With the unknowing help of Lois Lane, Clark Kent created Superman there in Metropolis after finding work at the world-famous Daily Planet newspaper, where he meets fellow reporter Lois Lane.
Tales from the CryptTales from the Crypt · 1989
Tales from the Crypt
8.01989
SeriesComedyMystery
Cadaverous scream legend the Crypt Keeper is your macabre host for these forays of fright and fun based on the classic E.C. Comics tales from back in the day. So shamble up to the bar and pick your poison. Will it be an insane Santa on a personal slay ride? Honeymooners out to fulfill the "til death do we part" vow ASAP?
Tales from the DarksideTales from the Darkside · 1984
Tales from the Darkside
7.21984
SeriesDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy
Tales from the Darkside is an anthology horror TV series created by George A. Romero, each episode was an individual short story that ended with a plot twist. The series' episodes spanned the genres of horror, science fiction, and fantasy, and some episodes featured elements of black comedy or more lighthearted themes.
ItIt · 1990
It
6.91990
SeriesMysteryDrama
In 1960, seven outcast kids known as "The Losers' Club" fight against an ancient shape-shifting alien who poses as a child-killing clown, while also dealing with bullies and abusive parents. Thirty years later, they reunite to stop the creature once and for all when it returns to their hometown.
Dave's WorldDave's World · 1993
Dave's World
6.51993
SeriesComedy
Dave's World is an American sitcom that aired on CBS from 1993 to 1997. The series is based on the writing of Miami Herald columnist Dave Barry.
The John Larroquette ShowThe John Larroquette Show · 1993
The John Larroquette Show
6.81993
SeriesComedy
The John Larroquette Show is an American television sitcom .The show was a vehicle for John Larroquette following his run as Dan Fielding on Night Court. The series takes place in a seedy bus terminal in St. Louis, Missouri and originally focused on the somewhat broken people who worked the night shift, and in particular, the lead character's battle with alcoholism.
Parker Lewis Can't LoseParker Lewis Can't Lose · 1990
Parker Lewis Can't Lose
7.41990
SeriesComedy
Parker Lewis is a teenager who apparently can't lose. He's cool, cute, popular, hip – and seems to get away with anything. That's not to say he's got no problems. His two primary nemeses are school principal Grace Musso, whose goal is getting Parker expelled; and his little sister Shelly, whose sole purpose seems to be tattling on Parker. However, with best friends Mikey and Jerry, Parker takes on the world and makes the best of high school.
Hearts AfireHearts Afire · 1992
Hearts Afire
7.81992
SeriesComedy
Frustrations and sparks fly in Washington, D.C. when a strict conservative hires a free spirited journalist as his boss's press secretary. Their mismatched political views lead to arguments... and attraction.
Gotham Comedy LiveGotham Comedy Live · 2012
Gotham Comedy Live
5.52012
SeriesComedy
Gotham Comedy Club, a popular comedy venue in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, is the setting of an hourlong series that is shot in front of an audience at the club. Each episode features routines by several comics -- a list that has included such names as David Alan Grier, Gilbert Gottfried and Artie Lange -- in what the network says is an unedited and uncensored format. In addition to the big names of the field who take the Gotham stage, the show also features up-and-comers who want to make a name for themselves in the stand-up comedy business.
NoddyNoddy · 1998
Noddy
5.91998
Series
After years of sailing the sea, Noah Tomten, a retired sea captain, owns an antique toy store called Notions Oddities Doodads and Delights of Yesterday, a variety of toys, from a weasel living inside of a jack in the box to a dog pretending to be a superhero, along with his pet lobster. Two of his grandkids, Kate and Truman, as well as Kate's friend DJ, come to visit him from time to time.
Tanner '88Tanner '88 · 1988
Tanner '88
6.91988
SeriesComedy
In 1988, renegade filmmaker Robert Altman and Pulitzer Prize–winning Doonesbury cartoonist Garry Trudeau created a presidential candidate, ran him alongside the other hopefuls during the primary season, and presented their media campaign as a cross between a soap opera and TV news. The result was the groundbreaking Tanner ’88, a piercing satire of media-age American politics.
Mysteries of MagicMysteries of Magic · 1998
Mysteries of Magic
10.01998
Series
This fascinating program unravels the mysteries of magic-making by exploring the use and development of emerging technologies to create wholly believable illusions. Through historical footage and interviews with modern masters, you'll learn about some of the earliest special effects -- including light, shadow and incense -- and how magicians harnessed their power to leave audiences breathless.