Edwin B. Willis
ArtAbout Edwin B. Willis
Edwin Booth Willis (January 28, 1893 – November 26, 1963) was an American motion picture set designer and decorator. Willis worked exclusively at Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studios for his entire career. During his career as a set designer Willis worked on over 600 separate productions. The Internet Movie Database lists his 577 film credits as set decorator, 163 credits as interior decorator and 24 credits as art director. Edwin B. Willis was nominated for the Academy Award in his profession 32 times, in certain years receiving multiple nominations. Willis won the Oscar on eight occasions. He was born in Decatur, Illinois and died of cancer in Hollywood, in 1963. His older sister was Hollywood film editor Verna Willis.
Edwin B. Willis Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Edwin B. Willis reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Edwin B. Willis's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 0% of Edwin B. Willis'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 Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Edwin B. Willis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edwin B. Willis's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Edwin B. Willis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
Edwin B. Willis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edwin B. Willis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edwin B. Willis is "Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood" with a rating of 6.0/10.
How many movies has Edwin B. Willis acted in?
Edwin B. Willis has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.