Eddie Byrne

Eddie Byrne

Deceased · Born: Jan 31, 1911 · Died: Aug 21, 1981

Personal Details

BornJan 31, 1911 Dublin, Ireland

Biography

Eddie Byrne, a renowned thespian, came into the world on January 31st, 1911, in the vibrant city of Dublin, Ireland, a country steeped in rich cultural heritage and storied history.

As an accomplished actor, he left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, earning recognition for his captivating performances in a diverse range of films, including the iconic "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope" (1977),the science fiction classic that has captivated audiences for generations.

Byrne's impressive repertoire also boasted a range of critically acclaimed roles, such as his portrayal of a stalwart individual in the thought-provoking "Island of Terror" (1966),a gripping drama that has stood the test of time.

Furthermore, his remarkable acting career was marked by a standout performance in the esteemed "Odd Man Out" (1947),a poignant and powerful film that has been widely praised for its nuanced exploration of the human condition.

Sadly, Eddie Byrne's life was cut short when he passed away on August 21st, 1981, in his beloved hometown of Dublin, Ireland, a city that held a special place in his heart.

Career

1972
1969
Where's Jack?
Where's Jack? as Rev. Wagstaff
Sinful Davey
Sinful Davey as Yorkshire Bill
1967
1966
Island of Terror
Island of Terror as Dr. Reginald Landers
1965
Devils of Darkness
Devils of Darkness as Dr. Robert Kelsey
1963
The Punch and Judy Man
The Punch and Judy Man as Ice Cream Man
The Cracksman
The Cracksman as Johnny Domino
The Running Man
The Running Man as Sam Crewdson
1962
Locker Sixty Nine
Locker Sixty Nine as Simon York
The Break
The Break as Judd Tredegar
The Pot Carriers
The Pot Carriers as Chief Officer Bailey
1961
The Mark
The Mark as Akers
Johnny Nobody
Johnny Nobody as Landlord O'Connor
1960
Jackpot
Jackpot as Sam Hare
The Bulldog Breed
The Bulldog Breed as Petty Officer Filkins
1959
The Bridal Path
The Bridal Path as Mike Flanagan
The Mummy
The Mummy as Inspector Mulrooney
Jack the Ripper
Jack the Ripper as Inspector O'Neill
1958
Rooney
Rooney as Micky Hart
Dunkirk
Dunkirk as Commander (Tough's Yard)
1957
Abandon Ship
Abandon Ship as Michael Faroni
1956
A Kid for Two Farthings
A Kid for Two Farthings as Sylvester the Photographer (uncredited)
Reach for the Sky
Reach for the Sky as Flight Sergeant Mills
Zarak
Zarak as Kasim - Zarak's Brother
1955
One Way Out
One Way Out as Supt. John Harcourt
Children Galore
Children Galore as Zachariah "Zacky" Jones
Three Cases of Murder
Three Cases of Murder as Snyder ("The Picture" segment)
Stolen Assignment
Stolen Assignment as Inspector Corcoran
1954
Aunt Clara
Aunt Clara as Fosdick
The Divided Heart
The Divided Heart as Second Justice
Trouble in the Glen
Trouble in the Glen as Dinny Sullivan
The Sea Shall Not Have Them
The Sea Shall Not Have Them as Petty Officer Porter
The Square Ring
The Square Ring as Lou Lewis
1952
1951
Bikini Baby
Bikini Baby as Eddie Mooney
1947
Captain Boycott
Captain Boycott as Sean Kerin
Hungry Hill
Hungry Hill as Hennessy
Odd Man Out
Odd Man Out as Policeman in final scene
1946
I See a Dark Stranger
I See a Dark Stranger as Irish Sailor Lookout (uncredited)