Edwin August
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Edwin August (born Edwin August Phillip von der Butz; November 10, 1883 – March 4, 1964) was an American actor, director, and screenwriter of the silent era. He appeared in more than 150 films between 1909 and 1947. He also directed 52 films between 1912 and 1919. August co-founded Eaco Films in 1914. He wrote novels under the pen name Montague Lawrence. [biography (excerpted) from Wikipedia]
Edwin August Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Edwin August reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Edwin August's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of Edwin August'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 Romance of the West, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Edwin August Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edwin August's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Edwin August has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | Mr. Lucky | Blood Bank Donor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Gentleman Jim | Olympic Club Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Pride of the Yankees | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Magnificent Ambersons | Citizen (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Over My Dead Body | Bailiff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Smith Goes to Washington | Senator (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Youth Takes a Fling | Railroad Conductor | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Rage of Paris | Receptionist (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Safety in Numbers | Customer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Marked Woman | Juror (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Romance of the West | Chuck Anderson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Dreary House | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Side Street | Henchman Mac (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Scandal Street | Howard Manning | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Idol of the North | Martin Bates | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1914 | Into the Lion's Pit | Marius | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1914 | An Evil of the Slums | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Courage of the Commonplace | The Sister's Sweetheart | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Calling of Louis Mona | Louis Mona | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1912 | Twixt Love and Ambition | John Sterne | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Good for Nothing | Dick Evans - the Good for Nothing | Average | Similar → |
| 1912 | The School Teacher and the Waif | The School Teacher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | Lena and the Geese | Lena's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | A Beast at Bay | The Young Woman's Ideal | Average | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Old Actor | The Old Actor's Daughter's Sweetheart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Lesser Evil | The Young Woman's Sweetheart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | One Is Business, the Other Crime | Rich Husband | Average | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Sands of Dee | Artist | Average | Similar → |
| 1912 | Under Burning Skies | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Eternal Mother | John, the Husband | Flop | Similar → |
| 1911 | The Failure | The Woman's Sweetheart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1911 | The Making of a Man | Young Woman's Family | Average | Similar → |
| 1911 | The Revenue Man and His Girl | The Revenue Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1911 | The Rose of Kentucky | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1911 | A Country Cupid | Jack | Average | Similar → |
| 1911 | His Daughter | William Whittier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1910 | Winning Back His Love | A Friend | Flop | Similar → |
| 1910 | The Golden Supper | Prince Julian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1910 | The Fugitive | John, Union Son | Flop | Similar → |
| 1910 | The Song That Reached His Heart | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1910 | A Child's Stratagem | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1910 | Muggsy Becomes a Hero | One of Muggsy's Friends | Flop | Similar → |
| 1910 | The House with Closed Shutters | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1910 | A Child's Impulse | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1909 | Getting Even | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1909 | The Renunciation | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1909 | The Cardinal's Conspiracy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1909 | The Son's Return | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1909 | The Lure of the Gown | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1909 | The Welcome Burglar | - | Flop | Similar → |
Edwin August - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edwin August?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edwin August is "Romance of the West" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Edwin August acted in?
Edwin August has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Edwin August?
Other notable films include "The Idol of the North", "Into the Lion's Pit", and "Twixt Love and Ambition".