Edward Norris

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Characters played by Edward Norris

Marcel Vigneaux — The Mystery of Marie Roget (1942)

Camille's fiancé and Marie's lover, involved with her in a plan to murder Camille for her inheritance. He hesitates when the plan reaches its decisive moment, confesses to killing Marie while claiming he acted to save Camille, and later attempts to kill Camille before Gobelin shoots him.

William Ames Crane — The Truth About Murder (1946)

William is a lawyer and the husband of Marsha Crane, whose unhappy marriage and romantic involvement with Paul Marvin place him at the center of the case. Lester Ashton tricks William into believing Marsha wants to reconcile, but Paul instead arrives to reveal his relationship with her. After Marsha is found dead, the police naturally suspect William.

Joe Marsh — Boys Town (1938)

Whitey's older brother, convicted murderer, requests Father Flanagan's help for his sibling.

Bob Elliot — Jungle Queen (1945)

Bob Elliot is an American who arrives in Africa with Chuck Kelly to assist the British agents against the Nazi effort to incite a tribal revolt. He is one of the principal forces opposing the enemy and works alongside Chuck while receiving timely assistance from Lothel.

Johnny Gray — You Can't Beat the Law (1943)

Johnny Gray is a self-proclaimed playboy whose car is found at the scene of a holdup, leading to his wrongful conviction after it was stolen. Distrusted even by his fiancée, he becomes an angry, difficult prisoner. He later earns the new warden's trust, works in the prison gardens, and is ultimately shown to be innocent.

Clark Phillips — Night Club Girl (1945)

Clark is a journalist who notices Eleanor and her sibling practicing in Hollywood. Seeing their talent, he helps them get a tryout at the Sunset Club, giving the struggling performers an opportunity despite the club owner's reluctance.

Andy Emerson — Forgotten Women (1949)

Andy is a playboy whose involvement with Kate Allison gives her a reason to drink at Harry's bar. Kate might have married him if her husband, John Allison, had not come home before their divorce was final; the summary does not describe Andy's actions beyond this relationship.

Jim Vincent — Decoy (1946)

Margot Shelby's new lover and accomplice in the quest for Frankie Olins' hidden fortune. He participates in the plan to revive the executed Frankie and takes him for the money. After Frankie reveals the location and is shot, Jim accompanies Margot and Dr. Craig to the burial site. Margot ultimately murders him by running him over with a car.

Paul Lautrec — The Wolf Hunters (1949)

Character in The Wolf Hunters, possibly a fur trapper or local resident.

Jimmy — The Sultan's Daughter (1943)

An American entertainer stranded in Araband with Tim. He becomes entangled in the kingdom's palace politics and is manipulated by Kuda to convince Patra to sign the oil leases.

Capt. Francois Bardinet — The Great Impersonation (1942)

A French Consulate guest and covert German spy who previously had an affair with Lady Muriel. Motivated by jealousy, he sabotages the impostor's relationship with Muriel and later expresses suspicion regarding his true identity.

Ferdie Fisher — Mama Steps Out (1937)

Ferdie Fisher is associated with the band appearing in Antibes, where Chuck Thompson is performing. His band’s presence gives Leila Cuppy a reason to persuade her parents to take a villa there in hopes of changing Chuck’s mind about her romantic advances.

Career Overview

Edward Norris has 75 screen credits in a career dating back to 1934. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Chinook: The Wonder Dog with 1 titles. Signature works include Jungle Queen, End of the Road, You Can't Beat the Law. 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
75
Birth Date
1911-03-10
Birth Place
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1293126), public domain (CC0).