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".
Edward Norris Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Edward Norris reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Edward Norris's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of Edward Norris'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 The Singing Sheriff, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Edward Norris Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edward Norris's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Edward Norris has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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 | Average | 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 | Average | 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 | Super Hit | 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) | Average | 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 "Mama Steps Out", "This Side of Heaven", and "Show Them No Mercy!".