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Edward James Olmos

Birth Place: East Los Angeles, CA, USA

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Edward James Olmos STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Unknown, 1979
El Pachuco


Edward James Olmos Movies

Zoot Suit
[ 1981 ] El Pachuco
Wolfen
[ 1981 ] Eddie Holt
The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez
[ 1982 ] Gregorio Cortez
Blade Runner
[ 1982 ] Gaff
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind
[ 1984 ] Mito
Saving Grace
[ 1986 ] Ciolino
Stand and Deliver
[ 1988 ] Jaime Escalante
Triumph of the Spirit
[ 1989 ] Gypsy
Talent for the Game
[ 1991 ] Virgil Sweet
American Me
[ 1992 ] Montoya Santana
Roosters
[ 1993 ] Gallo Morales
A Million to Juan
[ 1994 ] The Angel
My Family
[ 1995 ] Paco
Mirage
[ 1995 ] Matteo Juarez
Death in Granada
[ 1996 ] Roberto Lozano
Caught
[ 1996 ] Joe
Selena
[ 1997 ] Abraham Quintanilla
The Wonderful Ice Cream Suit
[ 1998 ] Vamanos
The Road to El Dorado
[ 2000 ] Chief
Gossip
[ 2000 ] Detective Curtis
Jack and Marilyn
[ 2002 ] Pquel
Splinter
[ 2006 ] Captain Garcia
Beverly Hills Chihuahua
[ 2008 ] El Diablo
I'm Still Here
[ 2010 ] Edward James Olmos
The Green Hornet
[ 2011 ] Axford
América
[ 2011 ] Mr. Irving
Filly Brown
[ 2012 ] Leandro
2 Guns
[ 2013 ] Papi Greco
Go for Sisters
[ 2013 ] Freddy Suarez
Monday Nights at Seven
[ 2016 ] Charlie
Americano
[ 2016 ] Gayo
Blade Runner 2049
[ 2017 ] Gaff
Coco
[ 2017 ] Chicharrón
Imprisoned
[ 2018 ] Hospicio
A Dog's Way Home
[ 2019 ] Axel
The Devil Has a Name
[ 2019 ] Santiago
Windows on the World
[ 2019 ] Balthazar
Chasing Wonders
[ 2020 ] Luis
Walking with Herb
[ 2021 ] Joe Amable-Amo

Edward James Olmos TV Shows

Battlestar Galactica
Admiral William Adama, Commander William Adama
Elena of Avalor
King Pescoro
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child
Fisherman, El Murcielago, Rey Emiliano
Hill Street Blues
Joe Bustamonte, Judge Cruz
Mayans M.C.
Felipe Reyes
Miami Vice
Lieutenant Martin Castillo
Police Story
Bill, Cordova
The West Wing
Judge Roberto Mendoza, Mendoza

Edward James Olmos Awards and Nominations


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1979 - Performance

Edward James Olmos, Zoot Suit

Tony Awards - 1979 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Edward James Olmos, Zoot Suit

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Edward James Olmos News


Comedian George Lopez Adds Second Show At Paramount Theatre


Comedy Works Entertainment and AEG Presents welcome GEORGE LOPEZ to Paramount Theatre in Denver, CO on Saturday, February 24th at 7:00pm.

Cynthia Erivo, Alex Newell & More Join MOON GIRL AND DEVIL DINOSAUR Season Two


Season two of Disney Branded Television’s Emmy® Award-nominated “Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur” is set to premiere in February. Guest stars for the new season will include Cynthia Erivo, Alex Newell, Ephraim Sykes, Ann Harada, Carol Kane, and more. Check out the full list now! Plus, watch a trailer.

Concert Reading Of SEEDS OF RESISTANCE Followed By A Moderated Discussion, Presented By About...Productions


About...Productions presents a unique online event featuring plays created by educationally underrepresented 10-12th graders in the company's Young Theaterworks' Social Justice Residency at Roosevelt High School's Math, Science, and Technology Magnet Academy (MSTMA) in Boyle Heights.

George Lopez Comes to Paramount Theatre, February 24


George Lopez will be performing at the Paramount Theatre in Denver, CO on February 24, 2024 at 7:00pm.

Schedule Announced For The 2023 CAPA Summer Movie Series At The Ohio Theatre, June 15- July 16


The CAPA Summer Movie Series, the longest-running classic film series in America, has announced the schedule for its 54th series of classic films and cult favorites. The 2023 series will run June 15-July 16 at the historic Ohio Theatre (39 E. State St.) and feature 19 films over five weeks.

Sherry Lansing, Rita Cooper Lee and Others to be Honored at the 6th Annual AAFCA Special Achievement Awards


The intimate, invitation-only affair will honor trailblazing producer and studio executive Sherry Lansing with the Legacy Award for her prolific contributions to the industry as well as for her philanthropic endeavors. Executive Vice President of TriStar Television Dr. Jennifer Turner will receive the Salute to Excellence Award for her leadership.

Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival to Honor Angela Lansbury, Denise Dowse, and More at 2023 Gala


The 30th Annual Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival (LAWTF) will honor seven women for their exceptional career and life achievements in the Opening Night Champagne GALA and Awards Ceremony on March 23, 2023 at 8:00 pm, preceded by a reception at 6:30 pm, at Barnsdall Gallery Theatre.

VIDEO: Stage Adaptation of COCO in the Works From Disney on Broadway


Disney's COCO may be headed to the stage soon! During a recent performance as part of the Disney on Broadway Concert Series at EPCOT, it was announced that Disney on Broadway is developing a stage adaptation of the hit film.

Len Cariou to Lead ZAGLADA Staged Reading at Theatre at St. Clement's


Theatre at St. Clement’s to present a one night only staged reading of Zaglada, a new play by Richard Vetere, directed by Dan Wackerman at Theatre at St. Clement’s on Monday, January 23 at 7pm. Admission is free.

CINEFESTIVAL San Antonio Launches Call For Entries


The nation's original and longest-running Latino film festival returns in the summer of 2023 with the 44th edition of CineFestival San Antonio. Presented by the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center, San Antonio's annual celebration of independent Latino cinema will take place July 12-16, 2023, at the historic Guadalupe Theater in San Antonio's Westside.  

ONE FAST MOVE Adds Maia Reficco, Edward James Olmos & Austin North


Maia Reficco, Edward James Olmos and Austin North will join K.J. Apa and Eric Dane in the motorcycle racing film ONE FAST MOVE, written and directed by multi-hyphenate Kelly Blatz. Mike Karz and Bill Bindley are producing through their Gulfstream Pictures in association with Matt Luber and Lena Roklin of Luber Roklin Entertainment.

Dan Lauria to Star in Staged Reading of LAST DAY by Richard Vetere


Eric Krebs & THEATER555 will present a staged reading of Last Day by Richard Vetere. Inspired by the William Butler Yeats quote, 'The beautiful and innocent have no enemy but time.' Last Day is a vigorous exploration of love & friendship at the end of the 20th Century.

The Academy Launches SEEN Latinx Artist Interview Series


In the first season, Academy members John Leguizamo, Eva Longoria and Edward James Olmos share their personal journeys, exploring how their crafts and culture play a role in breaking down barriers in filmmaking. Watch the trailer and first episode with John Leguizamo now!

Rita Moreno Talks WEST SIDE STORY Remake, Her New Documentary and More on AWARDS CHATTER Podcast


Living legend Rita Moreno stops by 'Awards Chatter' podcast to chat about her life in the industry. On Tuesday, October 5 (9 pm), PBS will air American Masters - Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go For It. 

Rita Moreno Documentary, LA FRONTERA, & More To Premiere on PBS for Hispanic Heritage Month


PBS will be offering a new lineup of premiere content to celebrate Latino Heritage Month this September and October. New performances from The Met, Rita Moreno documentary, and The 34th Hispanic Heritage Awards will highlight the schedule.

RITA MORENO: JUST A GIRL WHO DECIDED TO GO FOR IT Will Premiere Oct. 5 on PBS


Film interviewees include Gloria Estefan, Morgan Freeman, Mitzi Gaynor, Whoopi Goldberg, Eva Longoria, Justina Machado, Terrence McNally, Karen Olivo, as well as Norman Lear and Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Vogue Multicultural Museum in Los Angeles to Open August 10


Gonzalez's next epic offering will be 'Wonderland,' the first large-scale immersive exhibition celebrating Lewis Carroll's timeless stories, followed by HR Giger, an extensive collection of original artworks by the Academy Award-winning art creator of ‘Alien’ and a visionary of biomechanical art.

Edward James Olmos, Danny Glover, Josefina Lopez, and More Demanded California Save Small Performing Arts Theaters


Hollywood stars came out to demand California save small performing arts theaters at a press conference supporting State Senator Susan Rubio's Senate Bill 805 (SB 805), “Save The Performing Arts Act of 2021” on Wednesday, May 19 at Josefina López' CASA 0101 Theatre.

Special Screening of IN THE HEIGHTS to be Presented at Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival


The Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival will host a Special Preview Screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ upcoming In the Heights, the highly-anticipated film adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hit Broadway musical from director Jon M. Chu, on Friday June 4th 2021.

California Artists Unite For The Passage Of The Performing Arts Relief Act


Artists throughout the state of California are uniting for the passage of Senate Bill 805 (SB 805), titled, “The Performing Arts Relief Act,” which the Senate Labor Committee will vote on Wednesday, April 19, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. in Sacramento, CA.   A Coalition of 36 small 99-seat non-profit theaters and freelance performers are banding together to make theater accessible to all.  

Edward James Olmos FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Edward James Olmos been in?

Edward James Olmos has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Edward James Olmos been in?

Edward James Olmos has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Edward James Olmos been nominated for?

Edward James Olmos has been nominated for the Theatre World Awards for his performance in "Zoot Suit" and for the Tony Awards for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play for the same production.

What awards has Edward James Olmos won?

Edward James Olmos won the Theatre World Award for his performance in Zoot Suit.

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