Edward Ellis
Known for ActingBorn 1870-11-11 — died 1952-07-26Coldwater, Michigan, USA
Character actor in films, often portraying strident types, he is best remembered cast as "The Thin Man" (actually, "Wynant") of the hit 1934 MGM film. He Ellis was active on Broadway as an actor, producer and playwright from 1905-32 (see "Other Works"). He died in Beverly Hills, CA at age 81 in 1952.
Known for
Hi, Nellie!
1934 · as O'Connell
The Thin Man
1934 · as Clyde Wynant
Fury
1936 · as Sheriff
Transient Lady
1935 · as Nick Kiley
I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang
1932 · as Bomber Wells
Let Them Live
1937 · as Pete Lindsey
The 9th Guest
1934 · as Tim Cronin
A Man Betrayed
1941 · as Boss Thomas 'Tom' Cameron
After Tonight
1933 · as Maj. Lieber
The Omaha Trail
1942 · as Mr. Vane
The Lady Consents
1936 · as Jim Talbot
Girl Missing
1933 · as Detective Chief McDonald
From Headquarters
1933 · as Dr. Van de Water
Maid of Salem
1937 · as Elder Goode
The Texas Rangers
1936 · as Major Bailey
Little Miss Broadway
1938 · as Pop Shea
The Law That Failed
1917 · as Luke Rodin
Man of Conquest
1939 · as Andrew Jackson