Edwin Maxwell
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Edwin Maxwell was born on February 9, 1886 in Dublin, Ireland. He was an actor, known for Scarface (1932), The Shop Around the Corner (1940) and His Girl Friday (1940). He was previously married to Betty Alden. He died on August 13, 1948 in Falmouth, Massachusetts, USA.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Edwin Maxwell reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Edwin Maxwell's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 60% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Edwin Maxwell remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Shop Around the Corner, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Edwin Maxwell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edwin Maxwell's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Edwin Maxwell.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | The Jolson Story | Oscar Hammerstein (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Since You Went Away | Businessman in Cocktail Lounge (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Heaven Can Wait | Doctor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Pacific Blackout | District attorney | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Blossoms in the Dust | City Councilman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Devil and Miss Jones | Withers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | New Moon | Captain de Jean | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Jack Pot | Rocky Fallon | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | His Girl Friday | Dr. Egelhoffer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Shop Around the Corner | Doctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Ninotchka | Mercier | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Drums Along the Mohawk | Rev. Daniel Gros | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Young Mr. Lincoln | John T. Stuart (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Made for Each Other | Messerschmidt (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | You Can't Take It with You | Kirby's Attorney (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Paradise for Three | First Lawyer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hold That Kiss | Theatre Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Nothing Sacred | Mr. Bullock (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | One Hundred Men and a Girl | Ira Westing - Editor | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | A Star Is Born | Vocal Coach (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Night Key | Lawyer Kruger | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Torture Money | Milton Beacher | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | A Man Betrayed | Richards | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Camille | Doctor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Come and Get It | Sid LeMaire | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Fury | Vickery | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | Douglas (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Big Brown Eyes | Newspaper Editor | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Thanks a Million | Mr. Casey | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Happiness C.O.D. | Lester Walsh | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | 'G' Men | Joseph Kratz (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Devil Is a Woman | Tobacco Plant Manager (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | This Side of Heaven | R.S. Sawyer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Dinner at Eight | Mr. Fitch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Lady Killer | Jeffries, the Theatre Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Duck Soup | Freedonia's Secretary of War #1 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Back Page | Martin Blake | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Mayor of Hell | Louis Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Heroes for Sale | Laundry Company President | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Mystery of the Wax Museum | Worth | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Frisco Jenny | Tom Ford (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Tiger Shark | Doctor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Those We Love | Marshall | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Blessed Event | Sam Gobel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | American Madness | Clark (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Merrily We Go to Hell | Jake Symonds (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Grand Hotel | Dr. Waitz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Scarface | Chief of Detectives | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Ambassador Bill | Monte | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | All Quiet on the Western Front | Herr Bäumer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Edwin Maxwell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edwin Maxwell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edwin Maxwell is "The Shop Around the Corner" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Edwin Maxwell acted in?
Edwin Maxwell has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Edwin Maxwell?
Other notable films include "The Devil and Miss Jones", "All Quiet on the Western Front", and "Ninotchka".