We're a Tomatometer-approved outlet
Nerdspin
Edward Ellis

Edward Ellis

Acting • 1870-11-11 • Coldwater, 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

Fury7.5

Fury

1936

I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang7.8

I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang

1932

The 9th Guest6.0

The 9th Guest

1934

The Texas Rangers6.6

The Texas Rangers

1936

A Man Betrayed5.5

A Man Betrayed

1941

The Thin Man7.5

The Thin Man

1934

Fan Club

No Nerds have favorited Edward Ellis yet — be the first.

All fan clubs

From Nerdspin

Filmography