What's After the Movie
Ed Begley Jr.
Edward James 'Ed' Begley Jr. (born September 16, 1949) is a renowned American actor and prominent environmentalist. Best known for his role as Dr. Victor Ehrlich on the television series St. Elsewhere from 1982 to 1988, Begley Jr.'s outstanding performance garnered him six consecutive Primetime Emmy Award nominations and a Golden Globe Award nomination. Versatile in his talents, he is also recognized for co-hosting the green living reality show titled Living with Ed from 2007 to 2010 with his wife, Rachelle Carson. He has made significant contributions to cinema with films such as An Officer and a Gentleman, This Is Spinal Tap, and The Accidental Tourist. A talented radio artist too, he voiced Boba Fett in the radio adaptation of Return of the Jedi. Born to Allene Jeanne Sanders and Oscar-winning film actor Ed Begley in Los Angeles, California, he has made a significant impact on both television and film industry since the beginning of his career in 1967. A prominent environmental activist since 1970, Begley Jr. is reputed for his eco-friendly lifestyle and initiatives as well.
Begley Jr. has demonstrated his acting competence in numerous roles in television and film, making guest appearances on various popular series such as Scrubs, Boston Legal, and Star Trek: Voyager. From 2000 to 2016, he served as a member of the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. He continues to make his mark in TV series like Better Call Saul. Widely acknowledged as a champion of the environment, he has undertaken initiatives to reduce his carbon footprint. He played a key role in the reality television show Beverly Hills Pawn and introduced North America's greenest and most sustainable home in his web series On Begley Street along with his wife and daughter Hayden.
Biography, Career & Filmography
Learn more about Ed Begley Jr., including a detailed biography, career timeline, personal life insights, and complete filmography. Discover how Ed Begley Jr. rose to fame, their major roles, industry impact, and personal milestones in the world of film.
Given Name: Edward James Begley Jr.
Born: Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Citizenship: American
Birthday: September 16, 1949
Occupations: Actor, Environmentalist
Years Active: 1967-present
Children: 3
Spouses: Ingrid Taylor, Rachelle Carson
External Links and Streaming Options
Explore more about on trusted external platforms like Metacritic, TMDb, Rotten Tomatoes or IMDb. Find additional details, reviews, and related content to deepen your understanding.
Awards and Nominations Received by Ed Begley Jr.
Explore the awards, honors, and nominations Ed Begley Jr. has earned across their acting career. From prestigious wins to critical acclaim, see how their talent has been recognized by the film industry and major award bodies.
Best Supporting Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama, Comedy or Musical (Supporting Actor)
Sweet Bird of YouthMovies Featuring Ed Begley Jr.
Blue Collar
Book Club
Plus One
She-Devil
Private Lessons
Making Babies
The In-Laws
Protocol
Transylvania 6-5000
Imperfections
Strange Darling
Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story
Don't Tell Larry
Adventures in Plymptoons!
In Security
The Penthouse
The Arrested Development Documentary Project
Muhammad Ali’s Greatest Fight
Clint Howard Reboots Pippi Longstocking with Milla Jovovich and Fred Willard
And the Winner Isn’t
Time Toys
Vegan: Everyday Stories
Amelia 2.0
Homicide: The Movie
Hounded
Mascots
Bixler High Private Eye
Diary of a Sex Addict
Net Games
Stephen King’s Kingdom Hospital
Raising Genius
War Stories
The Elder Son
Pittsburgh
Back By Midnight
Desolation Sound
Spirit Bear: The Simon Jackson Story
In the Best Interest of the Child
The Great Los Angeles Earthquake
The Story Lady
Buddy Buddy
Tales of the Apple Dumpling Gang
Rascals and Robbers: The Secret Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn
Young Doctors in Love
Meet the Applegates
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
The Pound Puppies
Chance of a Lifetime
Still the Beaver
Get Crazy
Voyager from the Unknown
Spies, Lies & Naked Thighs
Scenes from the Class Struggle in Beverly Hills
Michael Des Barres: Who Do You Want Me To Be?
Reboot Camp
Relative Strangers
Roman Holiday
Rip Van Winkle
Dear Christmas
Amazon Women on the Moon
Amazon Women on the Moon
The Crazysitter
Earth and the American Dream
Partners
The Shaggy Dog
Running Mates
Charley and the Angel
The One and Only
Georgia O’Keeffe
Elvis
Dead of Night
Showdown
The Lottery
Ms. Bear
Santa with Muscles
Fatal Secrets
Superdad
The Late Shift
Sensation
World War II: When Lions Roared
The Concorde… Airport ’79
Alone
Amateur Night at the Dixie Bar and Grill
In the Line of Duty: Siege at Marion
Now You See Him, Now You Don’t
A Shining Season
Hourglass
Dark Horse
I’m Losing You
Family Flight
Addams Family Reunion
Evil Roy Slade
Project: ALF
Record City
Recount
Joey
Murder She Purred: A Mrs. Murphy Mystery
Mickey’s Audition
Storybook
Gun
The Pagemaster
How Did a Nice Girl Like You Get Into This Business?
Career Timeline
Track the complete movie timeline of Ed Begley Jr., including all film releases, career breakthroughs, and notable roles. Follow their journey from early performances to recent blockbusters and upcoming projects.
2020
Michael Des Barres: Who Do You Want Me To Be?
Self
Reboot Camp
John Lehman
Dear Christmas
Randy Morgan
2013
In Security
Officer Krupke
The Arrested Development Documentary Project
Self
Muhammad Ali’s Greatest Fight
Justice Harry Blackmun
1998
I’m Losing You
Zev
Addams Family Reunion
Phillip Adams
Murder She Purred: A Mrs. Murphy Mystery
Fitz-Gilbert Hamilton
1994
The Crazysitter
Paul Van Arsdale
The Shaggy Dog
Ron Daniels
Sensation
Earl Strauber
Storybook
Pouch
The Pagemaster
Alan Tyler
1992
Earth and the American Dream
Reader (voice)
Running Mates
Chapman Snow
In the Line of Duty: Siege at Marion
Lt. Fred House
Dark Horse
Jack Mills
Mickey’s Audition
Assistant Director #1
1990
In the Best Interest of the Child
Howard Feldon
The Great Los Angeles Earthquake
Jerry Soloway
Meet the Applegates
Richard P. Applegate
1987
Roman Holiday
Leonard Lupo
Rip Van Winkle
Brom Dutcher
Amazon Women on the Moon
Griffin (segment "Son of the Invisible Man")
Amazon Women on the Moon
Griffin (segment "Son of the Invisible Man")
1982
Tales of the Apple Dumpling Gang
Amos Tucker
Rascals and Robbers: The Secret Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn
Jeb
Young Doctors in Love
The Flashback - Young Simon's Father
1979
The In-Laws
Elvis
D.J. Fontana
The Concorde… Airport ’79
Rescuer #1
Amateur Night at the Dixie Bar and Grill
Moss Tillis
A Shining Season
John Haaland
What's After the Movie?
Not sure whether to stay after the credits? Find out!
Explore Our Movie Platform
New Movie Releases (2025)
Famous Movie Actors
Top Film Production Studios
Movie Plot Summaries & Endings
Major Movie Awards & Winners
Best Concert Films & Music Documentaries
Movie Collections and Curated Lists
© 2025 What's After the Movie. All rights reserved.