Edward Nugent
ActingAbout Edward Nugent
Edward Nugent (February 7, 1904 – January 3, 1995) was an American film actor. Born in 1904 in New York City, Nugent appeared in 81 films between 1928 and 1937. He subsequently had a second acting career on Broadway. Brooklyn USA (1941), the comedy Junior Miss (1942), and See My Lawyer (1939) were some of his best roles. His next career was as a television producer, writer, and director for American Broadcasting Company. As a child, he sang with the Metropolitan Opera. He died in San Antonio, Texas.
Edward Nugent Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Edward Nugent 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 Nugent's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 16% of Edward Nugent'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 Beauty for Sale, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Edward Nugent Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edward Nugent's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Edward Nugent has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | A Case of Spring Fever | Golfer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Island Captives | Tom Willoughby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Man Of The People | Edward Spetner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | A Man Betrayed | Frank Powell | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Two Minutes to Play | Jack Gaines | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Pigskin Parade | Sparks | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Big Game | Drunk | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Prison Shadows | Gene Harris | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Bunker Bean | Mr. Glab (as Edward Nugent) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Dancing Feet | Jimmy Cassidy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Ah, Wilderness! | Wint | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Fighting Youth | Anthony Tonnetti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | College Scandal | Jake Lansing | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Kentucky Blue Streak | Martin Marion | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Baby Face Harrington | Albert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Lottery Lover | Gibbs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Girl o' My Dreams | Larry Haines | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Lost in the Stratosphere | Lt. Richard 'Woody' Wood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | She Loves Me Not | Buzz Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | This Side of Heaven | Vance | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Beauty for Sale | Bill Merrick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Dance, Girl, Dance | Joe Pitt | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | This Day and Age | Don Merrick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Flirting in the Park | Charlie Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | College Humor | Whistler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Girl in 419 | Interne | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | 42nd Street | Terry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Crooner | Henry - Band Member | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Honor of the Press | Daniel H. Greely | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Behind Stone Walls | Bob Clay | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | A Fool's Advice | Steve | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Local Boy Makes Good | Wally Pierce | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Star Witness | Jackie Leeds | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Night Nurse | Eagan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Up Pops the Devil | George Kent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Shipmates | What-Ho | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Crashing Hollywood | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Strangers May Kiss | 2nd Admirer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | War Nurse | Frank Stevens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Remote Control | Radio Engineer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Bright Lights | Windy Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Clancy in Wall Street | Donald MacIntosh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Loose Ankles | Andy Martin (as Eddie Nugent) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Vagabond Lover | Sport | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Untamed | Paul (as Edward Nugent) | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Our Modern Maidens | Reg | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Girl in the Show | Dave Amazon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Duke Steps Out | Tommy Welles | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Flying Fleet | Midshipman Dizzy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | Our Dancing Daughters | Freddie | Average | Similar → |
Edward Nugent - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edward Nugent?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edward Nugent is "Beauty for Sale" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Edward Nugent acted in?
Edward Nugent has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Edward Nugent?
Other notable films include "This Side of Heaven", "Man Of The People", and "Fighting Youth".