Edward Ellis
ActingAbout Edward Ellis
Character actor in films, often portraying strident types, he is best remembered cast as "The Thin Man" (actually, "Wynant") of the hit 1934 MGM film. He Ellis was active on Broadway as an actor, producer and playwright from 1905-32 (see "Other Works"). He died in Beverly Hills, CA at age 81 in 1952.
Edward Ellis Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Edward Ellis reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 37 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Edward Ellis's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 54% of Edward Ellis'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 The Man in Blue, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Edward Ellis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edward Ellis's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Edward Ellis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | The Omaha Trail | Mr. Vane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Steel Against the Sky | Pop Aloysisus Evans | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | A Man Betrayed | Boss Thomas 'Tom' Cameron | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Main Street Lawyer | Abraham Lincoln 'Link' Boggs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Three Sons | Daniel Pardway | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Career | Stephen Cruthers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Man of Conquest | Andrew Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | A Man to Remember | Dr. John Abbott | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Little Miss Broadway | Pop Shea | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Midnight Madonna | Judge Clark | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Man in Blue | Martin Dunne | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Let Them Live | Pete Lindsey | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Maid of Salem | Elder Goode | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Winterset | Judge Gaunt | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Texas Rangers | Major Bailey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Fury | Sheriff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Lady Consents | Jim Talbot | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Chatterbox | Uriah Lowell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Return Of Peter Grimm | Dr. Andrew Macpherson | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Wanderer of the Wasteland | Dismukes | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Village Tale | Old Ike | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Transient Lady | Nick Kiley | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The President Vanishes | Lincoln Lee | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Thin Man | Clyde Wynant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Last Gentleman | Claude, Cabot's butler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Trumpet Blows | Chato | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The 9th Guest | Tim Cronin | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Hi, Nellie! | O'Connell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | From Headquarters | Dr. Van de Water | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | After Tonight | Maj. Lieber | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Strictly Personal | William "Soapy" Gibson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Girl Missing | Detective Chief McDonald | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang | Bomber Wells | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Frontier of the Stars | Gregory | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Out Yonder | Joey Clark | Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Great Bradley Mystery | Bradley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | The Law That Failed | Luke Rodin | Hit | Similar → |
Edward Ellis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edward Ellis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edward Ellis is "The Man in Blue" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Edward Ellis acted in?
Edward Ellis has been featured in at least 37 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Edward Ellis?
Other notable films include "The Frontier of the Stars", "Career", and "Midnight Madonna".