Edward Binns

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Characters played by Edward Binns

Juror 6 — 12 Angry Men (1957)

A member of the jury who begins by voting guilty and listens as the testimony is tested against the apartment layout and the timing of the alleged movements. After Juror 3's literal threat is exposed as an expression of anger, Juror 6 changes his vote to not guilty.

Major General Walter Bedell Smith — Patton (1970)

Historical US Army chief of staff appearing in strategic scenes.

Bishop Brophy — The Verdict (1982)

Bishop Brophy is the bishop connected to the Catholic diocese defending the hospital. After a diocese lawyer praises Ed Concannon's courtroom performance, Brophy asks whether the lawyer believed Kaitlin Costello. The embarrassed silence that follows reveals his concern about the credibility of the defense.

Sheriff — Curse of the Undead (1959)

The Sheriff is the local law officer whom Dr. Carter intends to consult after Buffer's actions endanger the Carter family. The plot establishes his law-enforcement position, but gives no further account of his decisions or direct involvement in the supernatural conflict.

Phil Cavilleri — Oliver's Story (1978)

A widowed baker and the father of Oliver's first wife, Phil supports their relationship and wants Oliver to reconcile with his own father. He is present for the couple's marriage, remains available to Oliver after the funeral, and arranges a Catholic funeral for his daughter. His care offers Oliver emotional support while both men face their shared loss.

Joey Ziegler — Night Moves (1975)

A stunt coordinator and Harry's acquaintance who subtly facilitates the investigation. He is revealed to be the smuggling ring's mastermind, orchestrating Delly's accident and Paula's murder before his own plane crashes during the final confrontation.

Col. Jack Grady — Fail Safe (1964)

Col. Jack Grady commands Group 6, the bomber formation mistakenly ordered to attack Moscow. Although repeated attempts are made to recall him and Helen Grady begs him to stop, he continues to follow the authenticated orders. Near Moscow, he orders a low-level attack to maximize damage, accepting that the crew will die.

George Madison — Portland Exposé (1957)

A Portland tavern proprietor, husband to Clara and father to Ruth and Jimmy. He accepts the syndicate's pinball machines under pressure, then secretly works to help bring the organization down. After being exposed and abducted, he escapes with Ruth and is rescued by unionists.

Lt. Pete Hamilton — Without Warning! (1952)

The detective lieutenant assigned to investigate the murders of young blonde women. Working with Sergeant Don Warde, he reviews unsolved cases and recognizes a pattern in the victims and timing, allowing the detectives to anticipate another killing. He continues pursuing the elusive murderer and ultimately helps identify and catch Martin.

Al Barkis — Vice Squad (1953)

The primary antagonist and mastermind of the police shooting and subsequent bank robbery. He wounds a detective, takes a bank teller hostage, and is ultimately killed by police at his waterfront hideout.

Lattimer — The Plainsman (1966)

Lattimer is a gambler whom Wild Bill Hickok catches cheating at poker in the saloon. He is also revealed to be supplying repeating rifles to Crazy Knife and his men, connecting the saloon incident to the danger facing the fort. Hickok's confrontation with him makes Lattimer a key antagonist in the plot.

Dr. Price — Young and Dangerous (1957)

Dr. Price is Tommy's father and a doctor, a profession Rosemary hopes Tommy might follow. After Tommy is arrested while pursuing Rosemary beneath a pier, Dr. Price and Tommy's mother bail him out of jail. The summary identifies him as part of the disappointed parental response to Tommy's behavior.

Career Overview

Edward Binns has 78 screen credits in a career dating back to 1948. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Love Story Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include 12 Angry Men, This Is Marshall McLuhan: The Medium Is The Massage, Portland Exposé. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
78
Birth Date
1916-09-12
Birth Place
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1291706), public domain (CC0).