Ernie Adams
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Ernie Adams (born Ernest Stephen Dumarais, June 18, 1885 – November 26, 1947) was an American vaudevillian performer, stage and screen actor and writer. Born in San Francisco, California to Leon D. Adams and Laurence G. Girard, he was also billed as Ernest S. Adams and Ernie S. Adams. He appeared in vaudeville, theater, and film. He started his career in musical comedy on Broadway. Along with his wife Berdonna Gilbert, he formed the vaudeville team "Gilbert and Adams". He appeared in more than 400 films starting from the silent era between 1919 and 1948, and was particularly known for playing shady characters. On Broadway, Adams appeared in Toot-Toot! (1918). On November 26, 1947, Adams died of an acute pulmonary edema at the West Olympic Sanitarium in Los Angeles, California, aged 62. He is buried in Valhalla Memorial Park in North Hollywood. Description above from the Wikipedia article Ernie Adams (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Ernie Adams Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ernie Adams reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ernie Adams's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 82% of Ernie Adams'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 Undie-World, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ernie Adams Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ernie Adams's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ernie Adams has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | Desperate | Villager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Trail Street | Eben Bowen (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | It's a Wonderful Life | Ed (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Killers | Hood with Cane (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Up Goes Maisie | Fireman (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Suspect | Cabbie (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Murder, My Sweet | Bartender at "Florian's" (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Mug Town | Thief | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Pride of the Yankees | Miller Huggins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Lady Is Willing | Doorman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Man Who Came to Dinner | Michaelson (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Riders of Death Valley | Cactus Pete, Prospector [Ch.14] | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Robbers of the Range | Greeley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Sea Wolf | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Face Behind the Mask | Hotel Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Fargo Kid | Bush Cleveland | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dark Command | Townsman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Primrose Path | Man in Bluebell (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Kelner - the Fink (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Invisible Man Returns | Minor Role (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Young Mr. Lincoln | Man with Lynch Mob (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Gen. Philip Sheridan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Code of the Streets | Henchman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | You Can't Cheat an Honest Man | Eddie - Circus Attendant (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | There Goes My Heart | Cafe Counterman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | You and Me | Nick (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | San Quentin | Fink | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | My Man Godfrey | Forgotten Man (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Road Gang | Jeff - Convict with Bad Leg (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Exclusive Story | Bartender (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | She Married Her Boss | Passerby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Glass Key | Bettor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Casino Murder Case | Husband of Fat Lady at Auction (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Little Miss Marker | Bettor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | We're Not Dressing | Sailor Tossing Cards (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Undie-World | T.N.T. Room Checkroom Attendant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | It Happened One Night | Bag Thief (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Midnight Mary | Court Photographer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Made on Broadway | Elmer - Jeff's Chauffeur | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hallelujah, I'm a Bum | Man Thrown out of Apartment Building | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Million Dollar Legs | Klopstokian Athlete (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Merrily We Go to Hell | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Panama Flo | Jake - Speakeasy Doorman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Freaks | Sideshow Patron (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Dance, Fools, Dance | Luva’s Henchman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Little Caesar | Cashier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | All Quiet on the Western Front | 2nd Medic Orderly (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Speedy | Baseball Concessionaire (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Blackbird | Bertie's No. 2 Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1922 | The Show | Magician / Audience Member (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Ernie Adams - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ernie Adams?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ernie Adams is "The Undie-World" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Ernie Adams acted in?
Ernie Adams has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ernie Adams?
Other notable films include "It's a Wonderful Life", "It Happened One Night", and "Freaks".