Edward Chapman
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- October 13, 1901 in Harrogate, Yorkshire, England, UK
- Died
- August 9, 1977 (aged 75)
- Active Years
- 1930–1971 (42 Years)
- Total Credits
- 85 credits in database
Biography
Edward Chapman was an English actor born on October 13, 1901, in Harrogate, Yorkshire. He died on August 9, 1977, at the age of 75. Throughout his career, he appeared in numerous films and television programs. He is primarily remembered for his role as Mr. Wilfred Grimsdale, the officious superior and comic foil to the character of Pitkin, played by Norman Wisdom, in various films released during the late 1950s and 1960s. Before his acting career, Chapman worked as a bank clerk. He began his stage career in June 1924 with Ben Greet's Company at the Repertory Theatre in Nottingham, appearing as Gecko in Trilby. His first London stage appearance occurred in August 1925 at the Court Theatre.
Career overview
Edward Chapman was an English actor born on 13 October 1901 in Harrogate, Yorkshire. Following his time as a bank clerk after leaving school, he transitioned into a professional acting career. He began his stage work in June 1924 with Ben Greet's Company at the Repertory Theatre in Nottingham, where he performed the role of Gecko in the production of Trilby. His first appearance on the London stage occurred in August 1925 at the Court Theatre, where he played the character of the Reverend Septimus Tudo.
Throughout his career, Chapman appeared in numerous television programs and films. He is most frequently remembered for his role as Mr. Wilfred Grimsdale, an officious superior and comic foil to the character of Pitkin, played by Norman Wisdom. This collaboration spanned many films released during the late 1950s and the 1960s. According to his professional records, Chapman is credited with 86 acting roles. He passed away on 9 August 1977 at the age of 75.
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85 titles- The World of Hammer (1994) as Self (archive footage)
- The Onedin Line (1971) as Mr. Callon
- The Man Who Haunted Himself (1970) as Barton
- Champion House (1967)
- The Man in Room 17 (1965) as Oliver Crawford
- The Early Bird (1965) as Mr. Thomas Grimsdale
- Joey Boy (1965) as Tom Hobson
- Hide and Seek (1964) as McPherson
- A Stitch in Time (1963) as Mr. Grimsdale
- Venus fra Vestø (1962)
- The Big Deal (1961) as Sir Pierson Cale
- Maigret (1960)
- School for Scoundrels (1960) as Gloatbridge
- The Bulldog Breed (1960) as Mr. Philpots
- Oscar Wilde (1960) as Marquis of Queensberry
- No Hiding Place (1959)
- The Men From Room 13 (1959) as Mr. Grandland
- Innocent Sinners (1958) as Manley
- The Square Peg (1958) as Private Wilfred Grimsdale
- The Young and the Guilty (1958) as George Connor
- Doctor at Large (1957) as Mr. Wilkins
- Just My Luck (1957) as Mr. Stoneway
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Sir Pierson Cale
- Bhowani Junction (1956) as Thomas Jones
- X: The Unknown (1956) as John Elliott
- Lisbon (1956) as Edgar Selwyn
- A Yank in Ermine (1955) as Duke of Fontenham
- The Love Match (1955) as Mr Longworth
- The Crowded Day (1954) as Mr. Bunting
- The End of the Road (1954) as Works Manager
- A Day to Remember (1953) as Mr. Robinson
- The Intruder (1953) as Lowden
- The Card (1952) as Mr. Duncalf
- Mandy (1952) as Ackland
- Folly to Be Wise (1952) as Joseph Byres M.P.
- The Magic Box (1952) as Father in Family Group
- His Excellency (1952) as The Admiral
- The Ringer (1952) as Stranger
- Let’s Keep Our Teeth (1952) as Self - Commentator
- The Cocktail Party (1952)
- Night and the City (1950) as Hoskins (uncredited)
- Gone to Earth (1950) as Mr. James
- The History of Mr. Polly (1949) as Mr. Johnson
- The Spider and the Fly (1949) as Minister for War
- Man on the Run (1949) as Chief Inspector Mitchell
- Mr. Perrin and Mr. Traill (1948) as Birkland
- It Always Rains on Sunday (1947) as George Sandigate
- The October Man (1947) as Mr. Peachy
- They Flew Alone (1942) as Mr. Johnson
- Ships with Wings (1941) as Papadopoulos
- Inspector Hornleigh Goes to It (1941) as Mr. Blenkinsop
- Turned Out Nice Again (1941) as Uncle Arnold
- Jeannie (1941) as Mr. Jansen
- Eating Out with Tommy Trinder (1941) as Mr. Jones
- Convoy (1940) as Captain Eckersley
- The Proud Valley (1940) as Dick Parry
- Law and Disorder (1940) as Detective Inspector Bray
- The Briggs Family (1940) as Charley Briggs
- Now You're Talking (1940) as Alf Small
- Poison Pen (1939) as Len Griffin
- The Nursemaid Who Disappeared (1939)
- The Four Just Men (1939) as B.J. Burrell
- Inspector Hornleigh on Holiday (1939) as Captain Edwin Fraser
- There Ain't No Justice (1939) as Sammy Sanders
- The Citadel (1938) as Joe Morgan
- Marigold (1938) as Mordan
- Premiere (1938) as Lohrmann
- Who Killed John Savage? (1938) as Inspector Chortley
- The Man Who Could Work Miracles (1936) as Major Grigsby
- Things to Come (1936) as Pippa Passworthy / Raymond Passworthy
- Rembrandt (1936) as Fabrizius
- Someone at the Door (1936) as Price
- The Divine Spark (1935) as Saverio Mercadante
- Mister Cinders (1935) as Mr. Gaunt
- The Church Mouse (1934) as Wormwood
- The Queen's Affair (1934) as Guard
- Girls Will Be Boys (1934) as Grey
- Blossom Time (1934) as Meyerhoffer
- The Flying Squad (1932) as Sedeman
- Happy Ever After (1932) as Colonel
- The Skin Game (1931) as Dawker
- Tilly of Bloomsbury (1931) as Percy Welwyn
- Caste (1930) as Sam Gerridge
- Murder! (1930) as Ted Markham
- Juno and the Paycock (1930) as Captain Boyle
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Edward Chapman best known for?
Edward Chapman is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Due West: Our Sex Journey (2012), The King of the Hill (2008), Flaming Frontier (1965), The Man in Room 17 (1965).
When and where was Edward Chapman born?
Edward Chapman was born on October 13, 1901 in Harrogate, Yorkshire, England, UK. They passed away on August 9, 1977.
How many credits does Edward Chapman have?
Edward Chapman has 85 film and television credits listed on archytele, with work dated between 1930 and 1971.
What is Edward Chapman's background in cinema and television?
Edward Chapman was an English actor born on October 13, 1901, in Harrogate, Yorkshire. He died on August 9, 1977, at the age of 75. Throughout his career, he appeared in numerous films and television programs. He is primarily remembered for his role as Mr. Wilfred Grimsdale, the officious superior and comic foil to the...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Early Bird (1965) as Mr. Thomas Grimsdale — aged about 63
- The Intruder (1953) as Lowden — aged about 51
- Innocent Sinners (1958) as Manley — aged about 56
- Night and the City (1950) as Hoskins (uncredited) — aged about 48
- A Stitch in Time (1963) as Mr. Grimsdale — aged about 61
- Maigret (1960) — aged about 58
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