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Edward James Begley Jr. (born September 16, 1949) is an American actor and environmental activist. He has appeared in hundreds of films, television shows, and stage performances. He played Dr. Victor Ehrlich on the television series St. Elsewhere (1982–1988). The role earned him six consecutive Primetime Emmy Award nominations and a Golden Globe Award nomination. Equally prolific in cinema, his film appearances include Blue Collar (1978), An Officer and a Gentleman (1982), This Is Spinal Tap (1984), Transylvania 6-5000 (1985), The Accidental Tourist (1988), Scenes from the Class Struggle in Beverly Hills (1989), She-Devil (1989), Batman Forever (1995), and Pineapple Express (2008). He is a recurring cast member in the mockumentaries of Christopher Guest and Eugene Levy, including Best in Show (2000), A Mighty Wind (2003), For Your Consideration (2006), and Mascots (2016). He also co-hosted, along with wife Rachelle Carson, the green living reality show titled Living with Ed (2007–2010). He has been married to actress Rachelle Carson since August 23, 2000, and they have one child. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
Acted in 279
2020s
- 2026
25 Miles to Normal
Victor
- 2025
A Very Merry Breakup
Fred
Don't Tell Larry
Bruce
- 2024
- 2023
- 2022
A Ghost Story
Charlie
- 2021
- 2020
2010s
- 2019
Human Discoveries
Marsh (voice) · 10 episodes
Making Babies
Dr. Remis
- 2018
- 2017
- 2016
Party Girl
Philip · 10 episodes
Bad Internet
TV
- 2015
Your Family or Mine
Gil · 10 episodes
- 2014
Little Women Big Cars 2
Principle Larry
- 2013
How to Succeed at Birth
Dr. Finch
Family Tree
Al Chadwick · 5 episodes
Betas
George 'Murch' Murchison · 7 episodes
- 2012
Little Women Big Cars
Mr. Hughes
- 2011
- 2010
The Penthouse
Nicholas
2000s
- 2009
Georgia O'Keeffe
Dr. Lee Steiglita
Tripping Forward
James
- 2008
- 2007
Hard Four
Governor Begley
- 2006
The Legend of William Tell
James
- 2005
Spirit Bear: The Simon Jackson Story
Frank Perdue
Desolation Sound
Doug Shepard
Back By Midnight
Robert Wade
- 2004
Hair High
Rev. Sidney Cheddar (voice)
Raising Genius
Dr. Curly Weeks
Kingdom Hospital
Dr. Jesse James
Life on Liberty Street
Richard Spencer
- 2003
Going Down
Oscar Earnest
Net Games
John Fielding
War Stories
Ed O'Brian
- 2002
Wednesday 9:30 (8:30 Central)
Paul Weffler · 6 episodes
Bug
The Hand
- 2001
Anthrax
Brent Krawford
- 2000
The Michael Richards Show
Imposter Vic · 1 episode
Gideon's Crossing
Haley's Father · 1 episode
Star Trek: Voyager - Future's End
Henry Starling
Pigs Next Door
Bradley (voice) · 13 episodes
Homicide: The Movie
Victor Ehrlich
1990s
- 1999
- 1998
Murder She Purred: A Mrs. Murphy Mystery
Fitz-Gilbert Hamilton
I'm Losing You
Zev
- 1997
Alone
Gerald
The Lay of the Land
Harvey Dankworth
Not in This Town
Henry Whitcomb
Gun
The Director · 1 episode
- 1996
- 1995
Rave Review
Bert
Sherman Oaks
Trust · 1 episode
- 1994
The Crazysitter
Paul Van Arsdale
The Shaggy Dog
Ron Daniels
Incident at Deception Ridge
Jack Davis
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues
Rupert
World War II: When Lions Roared
Harry Hopkins · 2 episodes
Winnetka Road
Glenn Barker · 6 episodes
- 1993
Partners
"Grave Squad" Lawyer
- 1992
Mastergate
Steward Butler
Running Mates
Chapman Snow
Cruise Control
Movie
Mickey's Audition
Assistant Director #1
Earth and the American Dream
Reader (voice)
- 1991
The Story Lady
Otis
- 1990
The Great Los Angeles Earthquake
Jerry Soloway
Timeless Tales: The Elves and the Shoemaker
Bertram (voice)
Parenthood
TV
Meet the Applegates
Richard P. Applegate
In the Best Interest of the Child
Howard Feldon
Not a Penny More, Not a Penny Less
Stephen Bradley
1980s
- 1989
Scenes from the Class Struggle in Beverly Hills
Peter
The Absent-Minded Professor: Trading Places
Dr. Jack Brooker
- 1988
Spies, Lies & Naked Thighs
Alan
- 1987
Roman Holiday
Leonard Lupo
Celebration Family
Jake
Faerie Tale Theatre: Rip Van Winkle
Brom Dutcher
- 1986
Amy Grant: Headin' Home for the Holidays
Moose Simms
- 1985
The Pound Puppies
Arnold (voice)
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Ichabod Crane
George Burns Comedy Week
Tiny Tim Sr. · 1 episode
- 1984
Voyager from the Unknown
Wilbur Wright
- 1983
Get Crazy
Colin Beverly
Still the Beaver
Whitey
- 1982
Not Just Another Affair
Warren Krantz
Rascals and Robbers: The Secret Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn
Jeb
Tales of the Apple Dumpling Gang
Amos Tucker
- 1981
Buddy Buddy
Lieutenant #1
Riker
Jack Sheridan · 1 episode
1970s
- 1979
A Shining Season
John Haaland
Elvis
D.J. Fontana
Amateur Night at the Dixie Bar and Grill
Moss Tillis
- 1978
Goin' South
Mr. Haber
Blue Collar
Bobby Joe
The One and Only
Arnold - The King
- 1977
Citizens Band
The Priest
- 1976
- 1975
- 1974
Cockfighter
Tom Peeples
- 1973
Superdad
The Gang
Roll Out
Lt. Robert W. Chapman · 12 episodes
Showdown
Pook
Charley and the Angel
Derwood Moseby
- 1972
Family Flight
Driver
Evil Roy Slade
Husband Making Fun of Stool (uncredited)
- 1971
- 1970
How Did a Nice Girl Like You Get Into This Business?
Bellhop
Camera 1
1970s
- 1970
Produced 1
No release date
The Grid Unplugged
Producer
Directed 1
1990s
- 1993
Appearances28
2020s
- 2024
In the Kitchen with Harry Hamlin
Self · 1 episode
- 2020
Michael Des Barres: Who Do You Want Me To Be?
Self
2010s
- 2017
And the Winner Isn't
Self
- 2016
Vegan: Everyday Stories
Self
Ed Ruscha: Buildings and Words
Self
- 2013
Beverly Hills Pawn
Self · 1 episode
- 2012
The Real Love
Self - Master of Ceremonies
- 2011
Adventures in Plymptoons!
Self
2000s
- 2009
- 2008
Finding Amanda
Self
Free Radio
Self · 1 episode
- 2007
- 2006
Who Killed the Electric Car?
Self
- 2003
1990s
- 1997
- 1993
- 1992
1980s
- 1986
Doctor Duck's Super Secret All-Purpose Sauce
Self
- 1984
1970s
- 1975
- 1973
1950s
- 1952
Thanked in the credits1
2010s
- 2014
