Edmond O'Brien was an American actor born on September 10, 1915, in New York City, New York. He gained prominence in the film industry for his versatile performances across various genres. O'Brien is best remembered for his roles in several notable films, including "The Killers," where he showcased his talent in a film noir setting. His performance in "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance" further solidified his reputation, as he starred alongside iconic actors John Wayne and James Stewart in this classic Western. Additionally, O'Brien appeared in "The Wild Bunch," a significant film in the Western genre that is recognized for its impact on cinema. Throughout his career, he earned acclaim for his ability to portray complex characters until his passing on May 9, 1985.
Personal Info
Profession
Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
September 10, 1915
Died
May 9, 1985
(at 69 years old)
Place of Birth
New York City, New York, USA
Popularity
1.7
Available Movies
7 released
Edmond O'Brien
Actor
New York City, New York, USA
4
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Awards & Nominations
Major awards verified (Oscars)
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Nominations
1x Oscar
Oscars
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1 nom.
Complete Award Details 2 Major
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Oscar
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2 nom.
Golden Globe
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0 nom.
Other
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0 nom.
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1965 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Seven Days in May | |
| 1955 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor The Barefoot Contessa | |
| - | Golden Globe Awards | |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1955 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor The Barefoot Contessa |
| - | Golden Globe Awards |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1965 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Seven Days in May |
| Year | Festival | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actor | Seven Days in May | Nominated |
| 1955 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actor | The Barefoot Contessa | Winner |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actor | The Barefoot Contessa |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actor | Seven Days in May |
Award details source: Wikidata
About Edmond O'Brien
Edmond O'Brien was born on 10 September 1915 in New York City, New York, USA. Edmond O'Brien passed away on 9 May 1985 at the age of 69. Winner of Oscar. We have 7 films with Edmond O'Brien available. Among Edmond O'Brien's most popular films: The Wild Bunch, The Longest Day, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, White Heat, The Greatest Show on Earth.
Best Known Films of Edmond O'Brien
Career Statistics - Edmond O'Brien
7
Total Credits
23
Years Active
1947 - 1969
7.4
Avg. Movie Rating
1.7
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
7 films
Top Genres
Drama (5)
Thriller (2)
Western (2)
Crime (1)
Romance (1)
Frequent Co-Stars of Edmond O'Brien
Best Movies with Edmond O'Brien
A curated selection of their most acclaimed roles.
Edmond O'Brien has 7 films released between 1947 and 1969.
