
Edward Andrews
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Edward Andrews (October 9, 1914 – March 8, 1985) was an American actor, one of the most recognizable character actors on television and films between the 1950s and the 1980s. His stark white hair, portly build and horn-rimmed glasses added to the type of roles he received, as he was often cast as an ornery boss, a cagey businessman, or a strict disciplinarian of some type. Description above from the Wikipedia article Edward Andrews, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Best Edward Andrews Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edward Andrews's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Edward Andrews.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Gremlins | Mr. Corben | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Sixteen Candles | Howard Baker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Final Countdown | USS Nimitz Crew Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Undercover with the KKK | Pat Murray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Seniors | The Banker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Photographer | Sgt. Sid Collins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Charley and the Angel | Banker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Avanti! | J.J. Blodgett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Streets of San Francisco | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Now You See Him, Now You Don't | Mr. Sampson | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Million Dollar Duck | Morgan | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Travis Logan, D.A. | Judge Rose | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | How to Frame a Figg | Mayor Robert Chisholm | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Intruders | Elton Dykstra | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Tora! Tora! Tora! | Admiral Harold R. Stark | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Over the Hill Gang | Mayor Nard Lundy | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Trouble with Girls | Johnny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Hardy Boys: The Mystery of the Chinese Junk | Dr Montrose | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Birds Do It | General Smithburn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Glass Bottom Boat | Gen. Wallace Bleecker | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Death of a Salesman | Charley | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Fluffy | Griswald | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Youngblood Hawke | Quentin Judd | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Send Me No Flowers | Dr. Ralph Morrissey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Kisses for My President | Senator Walsh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Good Neighbor Sam | Mr. Burke | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Brass Bottle | Anthony Kenton | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | A Tiger Walks | Governor Robbins | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Man from Galveston | Hyde | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Thrill of It All | Gardiner Fraleigh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Son of Flubber | Defense Secretary | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | 40 Pounds of Trouble | Herman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Advise & Consent | Senator Orrin Knox | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Young Doctors | Jim Bannister | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Young Savages | R. Daniel Cole | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Absent-Minded Professor | Defense Secretary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Elmer Gantry | George F. Babbitt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Fiend Who Walked the West | Judge Parker | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Trooper Hook | Charlie Travers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Tattered Dress | Lester Rawlings | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Hot Summer Night | Deputy Lou Follett | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Unguarded Moment | Mr. Bennett | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Three Brave Men | Mayor Henry L. Jensen | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Friendly Persuasion | Soldier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tension at Table Rock | Kirk | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tea and Sympathy | Herb Lee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | These Wilder Years | Mr. Spottsford | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Harder They Fall | Jim Weyerhause | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Phenix City Story | Rhett Tanner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Adam's Rib | Kip's neighbor (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Edward Andrews - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edward Andrews?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edward Andrews is "The Streets of San Francisco" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Edward Andrews acted in?
Edward Andrews has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Edward Andrews?
Other notable films include "Elmer Gantry", "Gremlins", and "Tora! Tora! Tora!".




