Maudie Edwards

Acting

Maudie Edwards

Born October 16, 1906 · Neath, Glamorgan, Wales, UK

Died March 24, 1991 · aged 84

Elizabeth Maud Edwards (16 October 1906 – 24 March 1991), professionally known as Maudie Edwards, was a Welsh actress, radio broadcaster, comedian, dancer and singer. She started her career in theatres in Swansea and moved on to films even appearing alongside Frank Sinatra at the London Palladium. She is best remembered for having spoken the first line of dialogue in the British soap opera, Corona…

Known For

Only Two Can PlayOnly Two Can Play · 1962
Only Two Can Play
5.91962
MovieComedy
John Lewis is bored of his job and his wife. Then Liz, wife of a local councillor, sets her sights on him. But this is risky stuff in a Welsh valleys town - if he and Liz ever manage to consummate their affair, that is.
Under Milk WoodUnder Milk Wood · 1972
Under Milk Wood
6.11972
MovieComedyDrama
The delightful if peculiar story of a day in the life of a small, Welsh fishing village called "Llareggub" in which we meet a host of curious characters (and ghosts) through the 'eyes' of Blind Captain Cat.
Pink String and Sealing WaxPink String and Sealing Wax · 1945
Pink String and Sealing Wax
6.21945
MovieThrillerDrama
In Victorian Brighton, a scheming pub landlady uses the timorous son of a domineering pharmacist to assist in the poisoning of her drunkard husband. (The title is from the way pharmacists used to wrap parcels containing poison.)
My Learned FriendMy Learned Friend · 1943
My Learned Friend
6.21943
MovieComedyCrime
An insane murderer is on the loose, and gunning for the men who put him away. Will Hay is on the list, and co-opts Claude Hulbert to try and stop him from meeting a grisly end.
The Key ManThe Key Man · 1957
The Key Man
6.41957
MovieDramaCrime
The host of a radio crime show finds himself mixed up with real gangsters after he re-creates a notorious murder on the air. He uses his knowledge of criminology to foil the gang's wicked scheme.
I'll Be Your SweetheartI'll Be Your Sweetheart · 1945
I'll Be Your Sweetheart
6.51945
MovieMusic
In turn-of-the-century London a young music publisher fights both competitors and piracy in a time where author's royalties were still unprotected.
The Ugly DucklingThe Ugly Duckling · 1959
The Ugly Duckling
6.01959
MovieComedyCrime
Henry Jekyll was always the outsider, a bungling and awkward buffoon, relegated to waiting for his invitation to participate in life that never arrived: until he discovers a medical formula developed by a dead uncle, which claimed to turn 'a man of timid disposition into a bold, fearless dragon'. Taking a draught of the elixir Henry is transformed into suave, sophisticated and highly desirable Teddy Hyde. Armed with his new persona, Teddy is ready to face the world; but is Henry ready for the consequences?
Clue of the New PinClue of the New Pin · 1961
Clue of the New Pin
6.51961
MovieCrime
TV journalist Tab Holland assists Scotland yard with the murder of a reclusive millionaire whose corpse is discovered locked in a vault. The key to the vault is mysteriously found on the table beside the corpse.

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