
Ed McNamara was mainly known for his work as a stage actor, but he also had a remarkable career in radio drama. In 1986, he received a nomination for the prestigious Genie Award for his outstanding performance as Philip Longlan in Bayo. Although he didn't win the award, the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television recognized his contributions by presenting him with the inaugural Earle Grey Award for Lifetime Achievement.

The Black Stallion
1979 · as Jake

Ziegfeld Girl
1941 · as Mr. Regan

Silver Streak
1976 · as Benny

This Land Is Mine
1943 · as Policeman

The House by the Lake
1976 · as Spragg

Gentle Sinners
1985 · as Sigfius

Class of '44
1973 · as Train Conductor (uncredited)

Find the Lady
1976 · as Kaminsky

Coney Island
1943 · as Policeman

Shoot
1976 · as Sargent Bellows

Stitches
1985 · as Osgood Hamilton, Jr

Last Bride Of Salem
1974 · as Seth Whately

Riel
1979 · as Asseewyn

The Town Where No One Got Off
1986 · as Old Man

Bayo
1985 · as Phillip Longlan

Tramp at the Door
1985 · as Gustave

Mahoney's Last Stand
1972 · as Clerk in General Store

The Fletcher Affair
1957 · as Josiah Higgins