George Gaynes

George Gaynes (May 16, 1917 – February 15, 2016) was a Finnish-born American actor of stage, screen and television. He is best known for his role of Commandant Eric Lassard in the Police Academy film series, and as Henry Warnimont on the television series Punky Brewster.

George Gaynes is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 15 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Just Married (2003), Police Academy: The Series (1997), Police Academy: Mission to Moscow (1994), Police Academy 6: City Under Siege (1989), Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach (1988), The Days and Nights of Molly Dodd (1987), Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol (1987), Police Academy 3: Back in Training (1986). The recorded credits span 1973 to 2003, including 12 movies and 3 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.