Ed McMahon - Actor Profile

Ed McMahon

Acting
46Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 6, 1923
Birth Place: Detroit, Michigan, U.S.

About Ed McMahon

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Edward Peter "Ed" McMahon, Jr. (March 6, 1923 – June 23, 2009) was an American comedian, game show host and announcer. He is most famous for his work on television as Johnny Carson's announcer and sidekick on The Tonight Show from 1962 to 1992. He also hosted the original version of the talent show Star Search from 1983 to 1995. He co-hosted TV's Bloopers and Practical Jokes with Dick Clark from 1982 to 1986. He also presented sweepstakes for the direct marketing company American Family Publishers (not, as is commonly believed, its main rival Publishers Clearing House). McMahon annually co-hosted the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon. He performed in numerous television commercials, most notably for Budweiser. In the 1970s and 1980s, he anchored the team of NBC personalities conducting the network's coverage of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. McMahon appeared in several films, including The Incident, Fun With Dick and Jane, Full Moon High, and Butterfly, as well as briefly in the film version of Bewitched. According to Entertainment Weekly, McMahon is considered one of the greatest "sidekicks". Description above from the Wikipedia article Ed McMahon, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ed McMahon reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 46 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Ed McMahon's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ed McMahon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Best of Carson, Volume 1, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ed McMahon Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ed McMahon's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ed McMahon.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Something in the Air: The Words Four Two Story Self (Archive Footage) Flop Similar →
2008 Johnny Carson Celebrates Christmas Narrator Flop Similar →
2008 Game Show Moments Gone Bananas Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2007 Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project Self Hit Similar →
2007 The Best of The Tonight Show: Stand - Up Comedians - Flop Similar →
2006 The Best of Carson, Volume 1 - Super Hit Similar →
2006 Carson Country - Flop Similar →
2005 The Weather Man Himself Average Similar →
2005 Bewitched Ed McMahon Flop Similar →
2003 Biography: Bob Hope: America's Entertainer Self Flop Similar →
2002 The Ultimate Collection Starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 60s and 70s - Flop Similar →
2002 The Ultimate Collection starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 70s and 80s Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2002 The Definitive Elvis: The Television Years Self Flop Similar →
2000 Frank Sinatra Memorial Self Flop Similar →
1999 Let Me In, I Hear Laughter: A Salute to the Friars Club Self Flop Similar →
1999 Pitch People Self Super Hit Similar →
1999 Television: The First Fifty Years Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
1998 Jerry Seinfeld: I'm Telling You for the Last Time Self Hit Similar →
1998 Off the Menu: The Last Days of Chasen's Self Hit Similar →
1998 Safety Patrol! Grandpa Bozell Flop Similar →
1997 Just Write Luncheon Chairman Flop Similar →
1996 'Weird Al' Yankovic: (There's No) Going Home Self Flop Similar →
1994 Love Affair Self Flop Similar →
1994 Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - The Final Show: America Says Farewell Self Flop Similar →
1994 Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '80s & '90s: The King of Late Night Self Flop Similar →
1994 Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '70s & '80s: The Master of Laughs! Self Flop Similar →
1994 Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '60s & '70s: Heeere's Johnny! Self Flop Similar →
1988 Mickey's 60th Birthday Self Hit Similar →
1986 The Muppets: A Celebration of 30 Years Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
1982 Butterfly Mr. Gillespie Flop Similar →
1981 Full Moon High Dad - Col. William P. Walker Flop Similar →
1981 The Star Maker Lou Parker Flop Similar →
1980 Gridlock Henry Sherman Average Similar →
1980 The Golden Moment: An Olympic Love Story Marvin 'Marv' Jordan Flop Similar →
1979 The Kid from Left Field Fred Walker Average Similar →
1979 Legends of the Super Heroes Self Flop Similar →
1978 Dick Clark's Good Old Days Part II - Average Similar →
1978 Rock 'n' Roll Sports Classic Self - Host Flop Similar →
1977 Lucy Calls the President Floyd Whittaker Flop Similar →
1977 US Against the World Self - Host Flop Similar →
1977 The Last Remake of Beau Geste Arab Horseman Average Similar →
1977 Fun with Dick and Jane Charlie Blanchard Hit Similar →
1973 Slaughter's Big Rip-Off Duncan Flop Similar →
1970 Swing Out, Sweet Land Narrator Average Similar →
1967 The Incident Bill Wilks Hit Similar →
1955 Dementia Narrator (voice) (uncredited) Hit Similar →

Ed McMahon - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ed McMahon?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ed McMahon is "The Best of Carson, Volume 1" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Ed McMahon acted in?

Ed McMahon has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ed McMahon?

Other notable films include "Pitch People", "Game Show Moments Gone Bananas", and "Jerry Seinfeld: I'm Telling You for the Last Time".