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Pacino received nominations for the Academy Award for Best Actor for Serpico (1973), The Godfather Part II, Dog Day Afternoon (1975), and ...And Justice for All (1979), ultimately winning it for playing a blind military veteran in Scent of a Woman (1992). For his performances in The Godfather, Dick Tracy (1990), and Glengarry Glen Ross (1992), he earned Best Supporting Actor Oscar nominations. Other notable portrayals include Tony Montana in Scarface (1983), Carlito Brigante in Carlito's Way (1993), Benjamin Ruggiero in Donnie Brasco (1997), Lowell Bergman in The Insider (1999), and Jimmy Hoffa in The Irishman (2019). He has also starred in the thrillers Heat (1995), The Devil's Advocate (1997), Insomnia (2002), and appeared in the comedy-drama Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019).
On television, Pacino has acted in several productions for HBO, including the miniseries Angels in America (2003) and the Jack Kevorkian biopic You Don't Know Jack (2010), winning a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie for each. He has also had an extensive career on stage. He is a two-time Tony Award winner, in 1969 and 1977, for his performances in Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie? and The Basic Training of Pavlo Hummel. A Shakespeare enthusiast, Pacino directed and starred in Looking for Richard (1996), a documentary about the play Richard III, the lead role of which Pacino had earlier portrayed on stage in 1977. He has also acted as Shylock in a 2004 feature film adaptation and 2010 stage production of The Merchant of Venice. Having made his filmmaking debut with Looking for Richard, Pacino directed and starred in the films Chinese Coffee (2000), Wilde Salomé (2011), and Salomé (2013). Since 1994, he has been the joint president of the Actors Studio.

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Al Pacino STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Mickey Ross

[Broadway]
2012
Shelly 'The Machine' Levene

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2010
Shylock

[Off-Broadway]
Shakespeare In The Park Revival, 2010
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2003
Herod Antipas

[Broadway]
1996
"Erie" Smith

[Broadway]
1992
Herod Antipas

[Broadway]
1992
Harry Levine

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1983
Walter Cole

[Broadway]
1979
Richard, Duke of Gloucester, afterwards Richard III

[Broadway]
1977
Pavlo Hummel

[Broadway]
1970
Performer

[Broadway]
1969
Bickham

Al Pacino Productions

 
[Broadway, 1996]
Director

Al Pacino Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Al Pacino, The Merchant of Venice

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Al Pacino, The Merchant of Venice

Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Al Pacino, American Buffalo


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Drama Desk Awards - 1977 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Al Pacino, The Basic Training of Pavl Hummel


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Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Al Pacino, The Basic Training of Pavlo Hummel


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Drama Desk Awards - 1969 - Outstanding Performance

Al Pacino, Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie?


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Theatre World Awards - 1969 - Performance

Al Pacino, Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie?


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Tony Awards - 1969 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Al Pacino , Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie?


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Obie Awards - 1968 - Best Actor

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Discover the winners of the 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards, celebrating excellence in the Boston theater scene. Stay updated with BroadwayWorld's latest news.

REEVE CARNEY SINGS THE BEATLES is Coming to The Green Room 42


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present a special two-part evening with Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and actor Reeve Carney, paying tribute to one of his greatest musical influences in “Reeve Carney Sings The Beatles'. Learn how to purchase tickets.

PHOTOS: Se celebra el encuentro de nominados de la segunda edición de los Premios Talía


Durante este acto pudimos escuchar a la presidenta de la Academia Cayetana Guillén Cuervo hablar sobre esta edición, agradecimientos a todas las instituciones y medios implicados, y también lo que conllevan estos premios en el mundo del teatro musical. Asimismo, Antonio Banderas recibió un Premio Especial e hizo hincapié en que 'el teatro es de las pocas cosas que aún no están digitalizadas a día de hoy, que vivimos en directo y en el momento, y no vamos a dejar que eso cambie.'

See Kathleen Hanna In Conversation With Molly Ringwald at Kings Theatre


Join Kathleen Hanna and Molly Ringwald for a captivating conversation at Kings Theatre. Learn when you can see this event and how to purchase tickets.

Broadway Streaming Guide: April 2024 - Where to Watch WISH & More


This April, Broadway fans can spring into action with new albums, concerts, and television shows to binge. From the recent Disney movie musical WISH starring Ariana DeBose to the live capture of Alex Edelman's Broadway show, check out what's coming to streaming services this month!

MGM+ Orders EARTH ABIDES Series Adaptation Starring Alexander Ludwig


MGM+ has ordered a new sci-fi series EARTH ABIDES, a television adaptation of the legendary cult classic novel, featuring Alexander Ludwig in a leading role. Created by showrunner Todd Komarnicki (Sully), the series will star Alexander Ludwig (Vikings) as “Ish” and begin production in Vancouver on April 8.

Al Pacino Will Relase New Memoir 'Sonny Boy' This October


Al Pacino is set to release a memoir, titled Sonny Boy, this October.  The memoir, published by Penguin Press, will detail the actor's career as well as his early life growing up in the Bronx.

Se anuncian las nominaciones a los Premios Talía 2024


L’ALEGRIA QUE PASSA, THE BOOK OF MORMON y EL FANTASMA DE LA OPERA destacan en las categorías de Teatro Musical.

Photos: Inside the Oscars With Emma Stone, Michelle Yeoh & More


See new photos of Emma Stone, Cynthia Erivo, Jessica Lange, Ryan Gosling, Ariana Grande, Cillian Murphy, Jennifer Lawrence, Zendaya, Melissa McCarthy, Regina King, Michelle Yeoh, and more behind-the-scenes of the Oscars. Check out photos from inside the theater, backstage, and the press room now!

Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Emma Stone & More Win Oscars - Full List of Winners!


The 96th Oscars are currently underway at the Dolby Theatre. Notable nominees include Danielle Brooks, Bradley Cooper, Maestro, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Colman Domingo, Carey Mulligan, Emily Blunt, Emma Stone, and more. Find out who won as we share LIVE updates below and check back later for the full list of winners.

Work by Rachel Bloom, Sara Porkalob & More Set for 2024 Williamstown Theatre Festival Summer Season


The 2024 Williamstown Theatre Festival summer season has revealed its lineup. See the shows being presented and learn how to purchase tickets.

PARTY? Comes to Theater for the New City This Month


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WICKED Movie Stars Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande to Present at the Oscars


Wicked movie stars Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande will present at the Oscars this year. They join a new slate of presenters that also include Emily Blunt, America Ferrera, Sally Field, Ryan Gosling, Ben Kingsley, Melissa McCarthy, Rita Moreno, Jessica Lange, Jennifer Lawrence, John Mulaney, and more. Check out the full lineup now!

Comedy Night With Fred Rubino & Friends Comes to the Jeanne Rimsky Theater in June


Join in at the Jeanne Rimsky Theater in Port Washington on June 23 at 7 pm for an evening of comedy with Fred Rubino and Friends. You'll be treated to the comedic stylings of three talented comedians - Fred Rubino, Nick Petito, and Tugboat Manny.

Rita Moreno & More Added to Oscars Presenters Lineup


Bad Bunny, Chris Hemsworth, Dwayne Johnson, Michael Keaton, Regina King, Jennifer Lawrence, Kate McKinnon, Rita Moreno, John Mulaney, Catherine O’Hara, Octavia Spencer and Ramy Youssef will present at the 96th Oscars®, executive producer and showrunner Raj Kapoor and executive producers Molly McNearney and Katy Mullan announced.

Len Cariou & Peter Filichia To Be Honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards


The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced two of the individuals to be honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards to be held on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Billie Eilish, Jon Batiste & More to Perform at the Oscars


Billie Eilish and Finneas, Jon Batiste, Becky G, and Scott George and the Osage Singers will be joining Ryan Gosling and Mark Ronson as performers at this year's Oscars. Find out all the details about this year's Oscars performances now!

Jessica Chastain & Al Pacino to Lead New Shakespeare Film LEAR REX


Jessica Chastain and Al Pacino are starring in a new film adaptation of Shakespeare’s King Lear. Bernard Rose will write and direct Lear, Rex…, a new adaptation of the classic Shakespeare play. Pacino is attached to play the title character, with Chastain as Goneril. Further casting will be announced at a later date.

Jessica Lange, Michelle Pfeiffer & More to Present at the Oscars


Mahershala Ali, Nicolas, Cage, Jamie Lee Curtis, Brendan Fraser, Jessica Lange, Matthew McConaughey, Lupita Nyong'o, Al Pacino, Michelle Pfeiffer, Ke Huy Quan, Sam Rockwell, Michelle Yeoh and Zendaya will present at the 96th Oscars. Stay informed on who will be taking the stage at this year's prestigious awards show.

Patrick Page, Reeve Carney, Santino Fontana & More to Lead Red Bull Theater's 20th Anniversary Festival


RED BULL THEATER has revealed details for the upcoming 20th Anniversary Festival, an all-star series of workshops and readings of Shakespeare, his contemporaries, & more. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets.

Al Pacino FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Al Pacino been in?

Al Pacino has appeared on Broadway in 12 shows.

How many West End shows has Al Pacino been in?

Al Pacino has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Al Pacino been nominated for?

Al Pacino has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Merchant of Venice" and "American Buffalo." He was also nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "The Merchant of Venice" and "The Basic Training of Pavlo Hummel." Additionally, he received nominations for Outstanding Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Basic Training of Pavlo Hummel," Outstanding Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for "Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie?," Performance at the Theatre World Awards for "Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie?," Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie?," and Best Actor at the Obie Awards for "The Indian Wants the Bronx."

What awards has Al Pacino won?

Al Pacino has won several awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Basic Training of Pavl Hummel" and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for the same production. He also received the Outstanding Performance award at the Drama Desk Awards for "Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie?" and a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for the same play. Additionally, Pacino won the Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play Tony Award for "Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie?" and a Best Actor Obie Award for "The Indian Wants the Bronx."

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