Edward McNamara
ActingEdward McNamara Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Edward McNamara reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Edward McNamara's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Edward McNamara's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains New York Town, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Edward McNamara Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edward McNamara's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Edward McNamara has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | Arsenic and Old Lace | Sergeant Brophy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Johnny Come Lately | W.M. Dougherty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Margin for Error | Police Capt. Mulrooney | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Breakdowns of 1942 | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Palm Beach Story | Officer in Penn Station (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | New York Town | Brody | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Devil and Miss Jones | Police Desk Sergeant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Strawberry Blonde | Big Joe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Kitty Foyle | Tim (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The League of Frightened Men | Insp. Cramer | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Girl Overboard | Captain Murphy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Great Guy | Captain Pat Hanlon | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | 20,000 Years in Sing Sing | Head Guard Richards (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Silver Dollar | Senate bartender | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang | Second Warden (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Lucky In Love | Tim O'More | Flop | Similar → |
Edward McNamara - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edward McNamara?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edward McNamara is "New York Town" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Edward McNamara acted in?
Edward McNamara has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Edward McNamara?
Other notable films include "I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang", "The Devil and Miss Jones", and "Arsenic and Old Lace".