Harry Anderson

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 magician, and did several magic/comedy shows for broadcast, including Harry Anderson's Sideshow (1987).

Harry Anderson is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 29 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Dave's World (1993), It (1990), Tanner '88 (1988), Night of 100 Stars II (1985), Night Court (1984), The Mike Douglas Show (1961), Saturday Night Live (1975), Cheers (1982). The recorded credits span 1961 to 2019, including 11 movies and 18 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.