James Edwards

Born: 1918-03-06

Birthplace: Muncie, Indiana, USA

Biography

James Johnson Edwards (March 6, 1918 – January 4, 1970) was an American actor in films and television. His most famous role was as Private Peter Moss in the 1949 film Home of the Brave, in which he portrayed an African American soldier experiencing racial prejudice while serving in the South Pacific during World War II.

Known For

Patton
The Killing
The Manchurian Candidate
Coogan's Bluff
The Caine Mutiny
Pork Chop Hill
Men in War
Battle Hymn
The Set-Up
Bright Victory

Top Movie Credits

Patton Sergeant William George Meeks
The Killing Track Parking Attendant
The Manchurian Candidate Cpl. Allen Melvin
Coogan's Bluff Sgt. Jackson
The Caine Mutiny Chief Steward Whittaker
Pork Chop Hill Cpl. Jurgens
Men in War Sgt. Killian
Battle Hymn Lt. Maples
The Set-Up Luther Hawkins
Bright Victory Joe Morgan