Edward Ashley
ActingAbout Edward Ashley
Edward Montague Hussey Cooper was an actor descended from an English family but born in Australia. Known by his professional name Edward Ashley (to avoid confusion with a fellow actor Edward Cooper), Cooper performed in 60 films for Metro Goldwyn Mayer including Pride and Prejudice, in which he played George Wickham. He made a number of films in the United Kingdom before moving to California in 1940, where his first big role was as George Wickham in Pride and Prejudice. After this, his career consisted of a large number of mainly supporting roles until 1988, including a recurring character in the Maverick television series, "Nobby Ned Wingate", in the late 1950s.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Edward Ashley reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 34 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Edward Ashley's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Edward Ashley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Stronger, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Edward Ashley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edward Ashley's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Edward Ashley.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Waxwork | Professor Sutherland | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Beyond the Next Mountain | Governor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood | Second Butler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Stronger | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Herbie Rides Again | Announcer at Chicken Race | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | King Rat | Prouty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Darby's Rangers | Lt. Dave Manson | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Court Jester | Black Fox | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Elephant Walk | Planter Gordon Gregory | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | El Alaméin | Capt. Harbison | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Macao | Martin Stewart | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Tarzan's Peril | Conners | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Tarzan and the Mermaids | Commissioner | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Dick Tracy Meets Gruesome | Dr. L.E. Thal | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Other Love | Richard Shelton | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Nocturne | Keith Vincent | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Madonna's Secret | John Earl | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Gay Blades | Ted Brinker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Love, Honor and Goodbye | William Baxter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Black Swan | Roger Ingram (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | You're Telling Me | Fred Curtis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Strange Testament | Julian Poydras | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Come Live with Me | Arnold Stafford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Maisie Was a Lady | Link Phillips | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Gallant Sons | Al Posna | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Bitter Sweet | Harry Daventry | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Sky Murder | Cortland Grand | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Pride and Prejudice | Mr. George Wickham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Spies of the Air | Stuart | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Villiers Diamond | Capt. Dawson | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Saturday Night Revue | Duke O'Brien | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Men of Steel | Sylvano | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Beggar Student | Nicki | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Conquest of the Air | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Edward Ashley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edward Ashley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edward Ashley is "The Stronger" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Edward Ashley acted in?
Edward Ashley has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Edward Ashley?
Other notable films include "The Court Jester", "Gallant Sons", and "King Rat".