Edwin Max was an American actor who is best known for Ride, Ryder, Ride! (1949), The Incredible Melting Man (1977), and Matilda (1978). He was born on May 4, 1909, in Georgia, USA, and passed away on October 17, 1980, in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Not much is publicly known about Edwin Max’s personal and family life. He was born as Edwin Miller, but details about his early life, family, and relationships remain undisclosed. His dedication to acting is evident in his extensive film career.
Career
Edwin Max had a diverse acting career spanning several decades. He appeared in numerous films and television shows, often taking on supporting roles. His performances in both dramatic and comedic genres showcased his versatility as an actor.
Death and Legacy
Edwin Max died on October 17, 1980, in Los Angeles, California. His contributions to the film industry left a lasting impact, particularly in the horror and science fiction genres. Although he may not be a household name, his work continues to be appreciated by fans of classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Follow Me Quietly | 1949-07-07 | Charlie Roy aka The Judge |
| A Matter of Life and Death | 1946-12-15 | Dr. Mc.Ewen |
| The Incredible Melting Man | 1977-11-10 | Harold |
| The Well | 1951-09-24 | Bert |
| The Twonky | 1953-06-10 | Ed, TV Repairman |
| The Set-Up | 1949-03-29 | Danny |
| Side Street | 1950-03-23 | Nick Drumman / Stevenson |
| Come Back, Little Sheba | 1952-12-24 | Elmo Huston |
| Here Come the Nelsons | 1952-02-23 | Monk |
| Bloodhounds of Broadway | 1952-11-14 | Lookout Louie Larchment |
| Mercy Plane | 1939-12-04 | Skid (as Edwin Miller) |
| Hold That Woman! | 1940-06-28 | Taxi |
| Everybody Does It | 1949-10-24 | Cleary |
| Ride, Ryder, Ride! | 1949-02-02 | Frenchy Beaumont |
| Gateways to the Mind | 1958-10-23 | Bill |
| True to the Army | 1942-03-21 | Ice (as Edwin Miller) |
| Lucky Jordan | 1942-11-16 | Sergeant |
| The Enforcer | 1951-02-24 | ‘Sad Eyes’ (uncredited) |
| Strange Holiday | 1945-10-19 | First Detective |
| Rhubarb | 1951-08-29 | Fish Eye (uncredited) |
| The Undercover Man | 1949-03-21 | Horse Parlor Manager |
| Tropical Heat Wave | 1952-10-01 | Moore |
| Mister 880 | 1950-09-29 | Mousie (uncredited) |
| Come to the Stable | 1949-07-27 | Whitey (uncredited) |
| The Gift | 1979-12-15 | Mr. Baron |
| Thieves’ Highway | 1949-09-20 | Dave (uncredited) |
| Half Angel | 1951-05-05 | Richard ‘Mac’ MacLeish |
| Best of the Badmen | 1951-08-09 | Deputy Hawkins (uncredited) |
| Abandoned | 1949-10-26 | Morrie the Bookie (uncredited) |
| Johnny Stool Pigeon | 1949-04-20 | Pete Carter (uncredited) |
| We’re Not Married! | 1952-07-11 | Lunchroom Counterman (uncredited) |
| The Fugitive | 1963-09-17 | Stark |
| Mannix | 1967-09-16 | Charley |