
Edward Arnold
American actor
- Born
- 18 February 1890New York City, New York, USA
- Died
- 26 April 1956aged 66 · Encino, California
- Nationality
USA
- Star sign
- Aquarius
- Years active
- 1938–1984
Known for
About Edward Arnold
Edward Arnold was an American actor. They were born on 18 February 1890 in New York City, New York, USA. Their career spanned 5 titles, among them Gremlins (1984), Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) and You Can't Take It With You (1938).
Their career in figures
The earliest credit MovieNCo has for Edward Arnold is You Can't Take It With You (1938); in all, 5 films over 46 years. Their title most voted by MovieNCo readers is Gremlins (1984), with 54 votes. Their busiest decade is the 1980s, with 2 titles. The person they have worked with most is Frank Capra, on 3 films, among them Mr. Smith Goes to Washington and You Can't Take It With You.
Latest work
Full filmography (5)- 1984
- 1982
- 1941
- 1939
- 1938
Where to watch Edward Arnold
Their films and TV shows you can watch now in the UK, and where.
- 1984
- 1939
- 1938
- 1982
- 1941
Availability checked on 9 November 2026.
The best Edward Arnold films
By MovieNCo readers' ratings.
- Mr. Smith Goes to Washington 1939
- You Can't Take It With You 1938
- Gremlins 1984
- Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid 1982
Has worked with
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Frank Capra 3 films together Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, You Can't Take It With You and 1 more
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James Stewart 2 films together Mr. Smith Goes to Washington and You Can't Take It With You
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Barbara Stanwyck 2 films together Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid and Meet John Doe
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Jean Arthur 2 films together Mr. Smith Goes to Washington and You Can't Take It With You
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Spring Byington 2 films together You Can't Take It With You and Meet John Doe
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Harry Davenport 2 films together You Can't Take It With You and Meet John Doe
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Hank Mann 2 films together Mr. Smith Goes to Washington and Meet John Doe
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Myles Connolly 2 films together Mr. Smith Goes to Washington and Meet John Doe
Questions about Edward Arnold
Where was Edward Arnold born?
Edward Arnold was born on 18 February 1890 in New York City, New York, USA.
When did Edward Arnold die?
Edward Arnold died on 26 April 1956, aged 66. They died in Encino, California.
What are the best Edward Arnold films?
By MovieNCo readers' ratings, the best Edward Arnold films are Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939, 8.6), You Can't Take It With You (1938, 7.8) and Gremlins (1984, 7.8).
How many films and TV shows has Edward Arnold been in?
MovieNCo lists 5 films for Edward Arnold, from You Can't Take It With You (1938) to Gremlins (1984).
What is Edward Arnold's star sign?
Edward Arnold was a Aquarius: born on 18 February.




