Edward Norris
ActingAbout Edward Norris
Norris made his television debut in 1951 with two appearances on Fireside Theater. He went on act for 30 years in both television and film. During the course of his 12-year span on television he made two guest appearances on Perry Mason: "The Case of the Fiery Fingers" and "The Case of the Tarnished Trademark". His final appearance was when he appeared on an episode of The Third Man, titled "Ghost Town".
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Edward Norris reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Edward Norris'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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Edward Norris remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Singing Sheriff, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Edward Norris Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edward Norris's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Edward Norris.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | The Kentuckian | Roulette Dealer | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Man from the Alamo | Mapes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Murder Without Tears | Warren Richards | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Inside the Walls of Folsom Prison | Sgt. Cliff Hart | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | I Was a Communist for the FBI | Harmon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Highway 301 | Noyes, Gang Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Breakthrough | Sgt. Roy Henderson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Killer Shark | Ramon | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Trapped by Boston Blackie | Igor Borio | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Decoy | Jim Vincent | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Jungle Queen | Bob Elliot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | End of the Road | Robert Kirby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Singing Sheriff | Vance | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Shadows in the Night | Jess Hilton | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | No Place for a Lady | Mario, club manager | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | You Can't Beat the Law | Johnny Gray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Mug Town | Clinker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Great Impersonation | Capt. Francois Bardinet | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sabotage Squad | Eddie Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | I Live on Danger | Eddie Nelson | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Mystery of Marie Roget | Marcel Vigneaux | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Man With Two Lives | Philip Bennett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | A Close Call for Ellery Queen | Stewart Cole | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Lady Has Plans | Frank Richards | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Back in the Saddle | Tom Bennett | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Road Show | Ed Newton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Lady in Question | Robert LaCoste | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dr. Ehrlich's Magic Bullet | Dr. Morgenroth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Escape | Louie Peronni | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Here I Am a Stranger | Lester Bennet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Frontier Marshal | Dan Blackmore | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | On Trial | William Arbuckle | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Tail Spin | Speed Allen | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Newsboys' Home | Frankie Barber | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Boys Town | Joe Marsh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Bad Guy | Steve Carroll | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | They Won't Forget | Professor Robert Perry Hale | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Between Two Women | Dr. Barili | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Song of the City | Guido Romandi | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Mama Steps Out | Ferdie Fisher | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Magnificent Brute | Hal Howard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Show Them No Mercy! | Joe Martin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Alibi Racket | Joe Rinelli / Leo Rinelli | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Woman Wanted | Man on Phone at Party (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Mad Love | Man Outside Theatre of Horror (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Murder in the Fleet | Sleepy (Uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Teacher's Beau | Ralph Wilson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Naughty Marietta | Suitor (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Queen Christina | Count Jacob (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | This Side of Heaven | Clarke - Upper Classman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Edward Norris - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edward Norris?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edward Norris is "The Singing Sheriff" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Edward Norris acted in?
Edward Norris has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Edward Norris?
Other notable films include "This Side of Heaven", "Show Them No Mercy!", and "Breakthrough".