Edward Peil Jr.

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

22Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Born: Nov 18, 1907

Birth Place: Racine, Wisconsin, USA

About Edward Peil Jr.

Edward Peil Jr. was born on November 18, 1907 in Racine, Wisconsin, USA. He was an actor, known for The College Coquette (1929), The Little Yellow House (1928) and The Goose Hangs High (1925). He died on November 7, 1962 in San Andreas, California, USA.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Edward Peil Jr. reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 22 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Edward Peil Jr.'s filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Edward Peil Jr. remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Citizen Kane, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Edward Peil Jr. Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Edward Peil Jr.'s career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

★8.0

Citizen Kane: Newspaper magnate Charles Foster Kane is taken from his mother as a boy and made the ward of a rich industrialist. As a

Citizen Kane

1941•Mystery

★6.7

★6.7

Call Northside 777: In 1932, a cop is killed and Frank Wiecek sentenced to life. Eleven years later, a newspaper ad by Frank's mother leads

Call Northside 777

1948•Crime

★6.0

★6.0

Out All Night: A "mama's boy" falls for a spinster who takes care of children at a department store nursery.

Out All Night

1933•Comedy

★3.0

★3.0

Over the Goal: The Carlton State star quarterback is wrongly thrown in jail, almost guaranteeing a major loss as well as costing the co

Over the Goal

1937•Comedy

★0.0

★0.0

Rose of the World: When rich Jack Talbot falls in love with not-rich Rose Kirby, he doesn't marry her, fearing his mother's disapproval. Ro

Rose of the World

1925•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Edward Peil Jr..

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1948	Call Northside 777	Bartender (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1941	Citizen Kane	Civic Leader (uncredited)	Super Hit	Similar →
1937	Over the Goal	Student	Flop	Similar →
1933	Out All Night	Eddie	Average	Similar →
1929	The College Coquette	Slim	Flop	Similar →
1928	The Little Yellow House	Perry Milburn	Flop	Similar →
1926	The Family Upstairs	Willie Heller	Flop	Similar →
1925	Rose of the World	The Boy	Flop	Similar →
1925	The Goose Hangs High	Bradley Ingals	Flop	Similar →
1921	The Old Nest	Tom at 13	Flop	Similar →
1921	Edgar, the Detective	Edgar Pomeroy	Flop	Similar →
1921	Edgar's Feast Day	Edgar Pomeroy	Flop	Similar →
1921	Edgar's Country Cousin	Edgar Pomeroy	Flop	Similar →
1920	Get Rich Quick Edgar	Edgar Pomeroy	Flop	Similar →
1920	Edgar's Little Saw	Edgar Pomeroy	Flop	Similar →
1920	Edgar Camps Out	Edgar Pomeroy	Flop	Similar →
1920	Edgar Takes the Cake	Edgar Pomeroy	Flop	Similar →
1920	Edgar's Jonah Day	Edgar Pomeroy	Flop	Similar →
1920	Edgar's Sunday Courtship	Edgar Pomeroy	Flop	Similar →
1920	Edgar's Hamlet	Edgar Pomeroy	Flop	Similar →
1920	Edgar and the Teacher's Pet	Edgar Pomeroy	Flop	Similar →
1914	The House Next Door	Little Boy	Flop	Similar →

Edward Peil Jr. - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Edward Peil Jr.?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edward Peil Jr. is "Citizen Kane" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Edward Peil Jr. acted in?

Edward Peil Jr. has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Edward Peil Jr.?

Other notable films include "Call Northside 777", "Out All Night", and "Over the Goal".