Gail starred as Wendal Halbert in the television series Sons & Daughters from 2006 to 2007. From 2008 to 2009 he starred as Jack in the TV series Gary Unmarried. In 2015 Gail starred as Forrest’s Father in the series Review. He has also starred in several films including Judgment Day and 42. He runs his own production company called Full Circle which is known for documentaries. Gail was nominated for Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy or Variety or Music Series for Barney Miller in 1979 and 1980.