Edward Brophy
ActingAbout Edward Brophy
Edward Brophy was an American character actor, voice artist, and comedian. Small of build, balding, and raucous-voiced, he frequently portrayed dumb cops and gangsters, both serious and comic. He is best remembered for his roles in the Falcon film series and for voicing Timothy Q. Mouse in Dumbo. His screen debut was in Yes or No. He appeared in The Champ, Freaks, The Thin Man, The Thin Man Goes Home (1944). He also made several appearances in the films of director John Ford.
Edward Brophy Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Edward Brophy reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Edward Brophy's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Edward Brophy's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Girl on the Spot, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Edward Brophy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edward Brophy's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Edward Brophy has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | The Last Hurrah | Ditto Boland | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Price of Freedom | Man in restaurant (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | It Happened on Fifth Avenue | Gates Patrolman Cecil Felton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Sweetheart of Sigma Chi | Arty | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Girl on the Spot | Fingers Foley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Penthouse Rhythm | Bailey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | See My Lawyer | Otis Fillmore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Thin Man Goes Home | Brogan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Larceny, Inc. | Weepy Davis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dumbo | Timothy Q. Mouse (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | A Dangerous Game | Bugsy (misspelled Bugs in on-screen credits) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Bride Came C.O.D. | Hinkle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Alias the Deacon | Stuffy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Big Guy | Dippy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | For Love or Money | Sleeper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Pardon Our Nerve | Nosey Nelson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | You Can't Cheat an Honest Man | Corbett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Gambling Ship | Cuthbert Innocent | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Vacation from Love | Barney Keenan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Come On, Leathernecks! | Max 'Curly' Maxwell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Passport Husband | Spike | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hold That Kiss | Al | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Romance on the Run | Whitey Whitehouse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Trapped by G-Men | Lefty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Great Gambini | Butch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Soldier and the Lady | Packer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Oh, Doctor | Meg Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Hideaway Girl | Bugs Murphy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mister Cinderella | Detective McNutt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Kelly the Second | Ike Arnold | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Woman Trap | George Meade (as Ed Brophy) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Here Comes Trouble | Crowley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Show Them No Mercy! | Buzz | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | She Gets Her Man | Flash | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mad Love | Rollo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Whole Town's Talking | 'Slugs' Martin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | I'll Fix It | Tilly Tilson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Death on the Diamond | Grogan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hide-Out | Det. Britt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Thin Man | Joe Morelli | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Poor Rich | Flannigan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hello Pop | Brophy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Freaks | Rollo Brother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Champ | Tim | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | A Dangerous Affair | Nelson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Estrellados | Assistant Director (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Cameraman | Man in Bathhouse Stall with Buster (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | West Point | Team Manager (Uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Spring Fever | Golf Game Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Sign on the Door | Newspaper Photographer (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Edward Brophy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edward Brophy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edward Brophy is "Girl on the Spot" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Edward Brophy acted in?
Edward Brophy has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Edward Brophy?
Other notable films include "Vacation from Love", "Gambling Ship", and "Sweetheart of Sigma Chi".