E.G. Marshall
ActingAbout E.G. Marshall
E. G. Marshall (June 18, 1914 – August 24, 1998) was an American actor, best known for his television roles as the lawyer Lawrence Preston on The Defenders in the 1960s, and as neurosurgeon David Craig on The Bold Ones: The New Doctors in the 1970s. Among his film roles, he is perhaps best known as the unflappable Juror #4 in Sidney Lumet's courtroom drama 12 Angry Men (1957).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of E.G. Marshall reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of E.G. Marshall's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 54% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), E.G. Marshall remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in 12 Angry Men, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best E.G. Marshall Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from E.G. Marshall's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of E.G. Marshall.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut | The President | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Miss Evers' Boys | The Senate Chairman | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Absolute Power | Walter Sullivan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Nixon | John Mitchell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All | Professor Taw | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | George Marshall and the American Century | Self - Narrator (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Lincoln | Gideon Welles (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Consenting Adults | George Gordon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Earth and the American Dream | Reader (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Ironclads | Commdr. Smith | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Two Evil Eyes | Steven Pike | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation | Art | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | La gran fiesta | Judge Cropper | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Under Siege | Harold Sloan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Power | Senator Sam Hastings | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | My Chauffeur | Witherspoon | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Thank You, Mr. President: The Press Conferences of JFK | Self - Host | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Creepshow | Upson Pratt (segment "They're Creeping Up On You") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Eleanor, First Lady of the World | John Foster Dulles | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Superman II | The President | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Vampire | Harry Kilcoyne | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Interiors | Arthur | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Billy Jack Goes to Washington | Sen. Joseph Paine | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Incredible Machine | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Abduction of Saint Anne | Bishop Francis Paul Logan | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Money to Burn | Jed Finnegan | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Ellery Queen: Don't Look Behind You | Dr. Cazalis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Pursuit of Happiness | Daniel Lawrence | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Tora! Tora! Tora! | Colonel Rufus S. Bratton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Bridge at Remagen | Brig. Gen. Shinner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Is Paris Burning? | Intelligence Officer Powell (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Poppy Is Also a Flower | Coley Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Chase | Val Rogers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Town Without Pity | Colonel Pakenham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Cash McCall | Winston Conway | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Compulsion | District Attorney Harold Horn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Journey | Harold Rhinelander | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Buccaneer | Gov. William Claiborne | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Man on Fire | Sam Dunstock | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | 12 Angry Men | Juror 4 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Bachelor Party | Walter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Mountain | Solange | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Left Hand of God | Dr. David Sigman | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Broken Lance | Horace (The Governor) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Pushover | Police Lt. Carl Eckstrom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Caine Mutiny | Lt. Comdr. Challee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Bamboo Prison | Father Francis Dolan | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Diplomatic Courier | Military Police Jeep Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Call Northside 777 | Rayska (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Untamed Fury | Pompano, the dance caller | Average | Similar → |
E.G. Marshall - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of E.G. Marshall?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring E.G. Marshall is "12 Angry Men" with a rating of 8.6/10.
How many movies has E.G. Marshall acted in?
E.G. Marshall has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by E.G. Marshall?
Other notable films include "George Marshall and the American Century", "Ellery Queen: Don't Look Behind You", and "Under Siege".