Ed McNamara was mainly known for his work as a stage actor, but he also had a remarkable career in radio drama. In 1986, he received a nomination for the prestigious Genie Award for his outstanding performance as Philip Longlan in Bayo. Although he didn't win the award, the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television recognized his contributions by presenting him with the inaugural Earle Grey Award for Lifetime Achievement.
Filmography
Silver Streak
as Benny
The Black Stallion
as Jake
This Land Is Mine
as Policeman
The House by the Lake
as Spragg
Ziegfeld Girl
as Mr. Regan
Find the Lady
as Kaminsky
Coney Island
as Policeman
Stitches
as Osgood Hamilton, Jr
Class of '44
as Train Conductor (uncredited)
Shoot
as Sargent Bellows
The Town Where No One Got Off
as Old Man
Mahoney's Last Stand
as Clerk in General Store
Bayo
as Phillip Longlan
Last Bride Of Salem
as Seth Whately
Riel
as Asseewyn
Tramp at the Door
as Gustave
The Fletcher Affair
as Josiah Higgins