
Ed McNamara
Known For
Acting
Born
1921-06-23 in Chicago, Illinois, USA
Died
1986-10-11
Biography
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.
Most Known For

Quincy, M.E.

The Ray Bradbury Theater
as Old Man

The Mod Squad

The New Avengers
as Chicken Farmer

Hawkeye and the Last of the Mohicans
as Sun Bear

Ziegfeld Girl
as Mr. Regan

The Black Stallion
as Jake

Silver Streak
as Benny

Rocket Robin Hood
as Little John (voice)

Stitches
as Osgood Hamilton, Jr

This Land Is Mine
as Policeman

The House by the Lake
as Spragg

Peep Show
as Old Man

Class of '44
as Train Conductor (uncredited)

Coney Island
as Policeman

Red Serge

Riel
as Asseewyn

Bayo
as Phillip Longlan

Find the Lady
as Kaminsky

Shoot
as Sargent Bellows