Edward Ellis

Edward Ellis

  • Birthday: 11/11/1870
  • Deathday: 7/26/1952
  • Place of birth: Coldwater, Michigan, USA
  • Fame for: Acting
  • Also known as: Edward Mayne Ellis

Biography

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.

Filmography

The Thin Man
Release date: 5/25/1934

The Thin Man

Role(s): Clyde Wynant

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A Man Betrayed
Release date: 3/7/1941

A Man Betrayed

Role(s): Boss Thomas 'Tom' Cameron

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I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang
Release date: 11/9/1932

I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang

Role(s): Bomber Wells

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Fury
Release date: 6/5/1936

Fury

Role(s): Sheriff

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The Texas Rangers
Release date: 8/28/1936

The Texas Rangers

Role(s): Major Bailey

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