Edward James Olmos
Birth Place: East Los Angeles, CA, USA
Latest News on Edward James Olmos:
THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: LOST IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM Comes to the MAC (Feb 20, 2026)
Photos: First Look at Peacock Crime Drama Series M.I.A. (Feb 12, 2026)
LOS LOBOS NATIVE SONS Documentary to Premiere at SXSW Film Festival (Feb 10, 2026)
THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: LOST IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM Comes to the MAC (Feb 20, 2026)
Photos: First Look at Peacock Crime Drama Series M.I.A. (Feb 12, 2026)
LOS LOBOS NATIVE SONS Documentary to Premiere at SXSW Film Festival (Feb 10, 2026)
Photos
Chef Roy Choi, Jon Favreau, Hutchi Hancock, Laura Bell Bundy, Gina Torres, writer/performer John Leguizamo, actors Laurence Fishburne, Cedric the Entertainer, Nia Vardalos, Jeri Ryan, Edward James Olmos and Olympian Michelle Kwan
Date:
09/09/2019
From: Photo Flash: John Leguizamo's LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS Opens At The Ahmanson Theatre
STAGE CREDITS
Movies
Wolfen
[ 1981 ] Eddie Holt
[ 1981 ] Eddie Holt
Zoot Suit
[ 1981 ] El Pachuco
[ 1981 ] El Pachuco
Blade Runner
[ 1982 ] Gaff
[ 1982 ] Gaff
The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez
[ 1982 ] Gregorio Cortez
[ 1982 ] Gregorio Cortez
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind
[ 1984 ] Mito
[ 1984 ] Mito
Saving Grace
[ 1986 ] Ciolino
[ 1986 ] Ciolino
Stand and Deliver
[ 1988 ] Jaime Escalante
[ 1988 ] Jaime Escalante
Triumph of the Spirit
[ 1989 ] Gypsy
[ 1989 ] Gypsy
Talent for the Game
[ 1991 ] Virgil Sweet
[ 1991 ] Virgil Sweet
American Me
[ 1992 ] Montoya Santana
[ 1992 ] Montoya Santana
Roosters
[ 1993 ] Gallo Morales
[ 1993 ] Gallo Morales
A Million to Juan
[ 1994 ] The Angel
[ 1994 ] The Angel
Mirage
[ 1995 ] Matteo Juarez
[ 1995 ] Matteo Juarez
My Family
[ 1995 ] Paco
[ 1995 ] Paco
Caught
[ 1996 ] Joe
[ 1996 ] Joe
Death in Granada
[ 1996 ] Roberto Lozano
[ 1996 ] Roberto Lozano
Selena
[ 1997 ] Abraham Quintanilla
[ 1997 ] Abraham Quintanilla
The Wonderful Ice Cream Suit
[ 1998 ] Vamanos
[ 1998 ] Vamanos
The Road to El Dorado
[ 2000 ] Chief
[ 2000 ] Chief
Gossip
[ 2000 ] Detective Curtis
[ 2000 ] Detective Curtis
Jack and Marilyn
[ 2002 ] Pquel
[ 2002 ] Pquel
Splinter
[ 2006 ] Captain Garcia
[ 2006 ] Captain Garcia
Beverly Hills Chihuahua
[ 2008 ] El Diablo
[ 2008 ] El Diablo
I'm Still Here
[ 2010 ] Edward James Olmos
[ 2010 ] Edward James Olmos
The Green Hornet
[ 2011 ] Axford
[ 2011 ] Axford
América
[ 2011 ] Mr. Irving
[ 2011 ] Mr. Irving
Filly Brown
[ 2012 ] Leandro
[ 2012 ] Leandro
Go for Sisters
[ 2013 ] Freddy Suarez
[ 2013 ] Freddy Suarez
2 Guns
[ 2013 ] Papi Greco
[ 2013 ] Papi Greco
Monday Nights at Seven
[ 2016 ] Charlie
[ 2016 ] Charlie
Americano
[ 2016 ] Gayo
[ 2016 ] Gayo
Coco
[ 2017 ] Chicharrón
[ 2017 ] Chicharrón
Blade Runner 2049
[ 2017 ] Gaff
[ 2017 ] Gaff
Imprisoned
[ 2018 ] Hospicio
[ 2018 ] Hospicio
A Dog's Way Home
[ 2019 ] Axel
[ 2019 ] Axel
Windows on the World
[ 2019 ] Balthazar
[ 2019 ] Balthazar
The Devil Has a Name
[ 2019 ] Santiago
[ 2019 ] Santiago
Chasing Wonders
[ 2020 ] Luis
[ 2020 ] Luis
Walking with Herb
[ 2021 ] Joe Amable-Amo
[ 2021 ] Joe Amable-Amo
One Fast Move
[ 2024 ] Abel
[ 2024 ] Abel
Outlaw Posse
[ 2024 ] Ossie
[ 2024 ] Ossie
One Fast Move
[ 2024 ] Abel
[ 2024 ] Abel
Outlaw Posse
[ 2024 ] Ossie
[ 2024 ] Ossie
TV Shows
Battlestar Galactica
Admiral William Adama, Commander William Adama
Admiral William Adama, Commander William Adama
Elena of Avalor
King Pescoro
King Pescoro
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child
Fisherman, El Murcielago, Rey Emiliano
Fisherman, El Murcielago, Rey Emiliano
Hill Street Blues
Joe Bustamonte, Judge Cruz
Joe Bustamonte, Judge Cruz
Mayans M.C.
Felipe Reyes
Felipe Reyes
Miami Vice
Lieutenant Martin Castillo
Lieutenant Martin Castillo
Police Story
Bill, Cordova
Bill, Cordova
The West Wing
Judge Roberto Mendoza, Mendoza
Judge Roberto Mendoza, Mendoza
Blue Bloods
Lorenzo Batista
Lorenzo Batista
Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur
Molecule Man
Molecule Man
Blue Bloods
Lorenzo Batista
Lorenzo Batista
Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur
Molecule Man
Molecule Man
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
Videos
VIDEO: Miguel and Gael Garcia Perform REMEMBER ME From the Oscar Nominated Film COCO
by Macon Prickett - 2018-03-04 22:09:48
VIDEO: Disney/Pixar's COCO Unveils All-New Trailer; Tickets on Sale Now
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-11-06 12:17:53
TV: Jennifer Hudson Wows at Center Theatre Group's 50th Anniversary Celebration in LA!
by Michael Sterling - 2017-05-31 09:57:44
VIDEO: First Look - Denzel Washington, Mark Wahlberg in New TV Spots for 2 GUNS
by Caryn Robbins - 2013-06-12 09:30:27
News
THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: LOST IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM Comes to the MAC
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026
TheaterWorksUSA will present THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: LOST IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM at the MAC, offering a theatrical journey through space for family audiences.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026
TheaterWorksUSA will present THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: LOST IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM at the MAC, offering a theatrical journey through space for family audiences.
Photos: First Look at Peacock Crime Drama Series M.I.A.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 12, 2026
Peacock has revealed the first look and premiere date for the forthcoming crime drama series M.I.A. from Ozark co-creator Bill Dubuque and showrunner Karen Campbell. Take a look at photos here.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 12, 2026
Peacock has revealed the first look and premiere date for the forthcoming crime drama series M.I.A. from Ozark co-creator Bill Dubuque and showrunner Karen Campbell. Take a look at photos here.
LOS LOBOS NATIVE SONS Documentary to Premiere at SXSW Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026
Los Lobos Native Sons, the definitive authorized documentary chronicling the 50-year journey of Los Lobos, will make its world premiere at the SXSW Film & TV Festival 2026.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026
Los Lobos Native Sons, the definitive authorized documentary chronicling the 50-year journey of Los Lobos, will make its world premiere at the SXSW Film & TV Festival 2026.
Roger Bart, Ali Stroker, & More Join Netflix's OFFICE ROMANCE Comedy
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 2, 2025
Broadway alums Roger Bart, Ali Stroker, and a slew of other new names have joined Office Romance, Netflix's forthcoming romantic comedy film led by Jennifer Lopez.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 2, 2025
Broadway alums Roger Bart, Ali Stroker, and a slew of other new names have joined Office Romance, Netflix's forthcoming romantic comedy film led by Jennifer Lopez.
Comedian George Lopez Comes to State Theater of New Jersey In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey will present George Lopez on Friday, April 18 at 8pm. George Lopez's illustrious and multi-faceted career encompasses television, film, stand-up comedy, and late-night television.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey will present George Lopez on Friday, April 18 at 8pm. George Lopez's illustrious and multi-faceted career encompasses television, film, stand-up comedy, and late-night television.
COCO 2 in Development at Pixar for 2029 Release
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 20, 2025
Coco 2, the follow-up to the 2017 animated film Coco, is in the works at Pixar Animation Studios, for a planned release sometime in 2029. Director Lee Unkrick will return for the project, along with co-director Adrian Molina and producer Mark Nielsen.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 20, 2025
Coco 2, the follow-up to the 2017 animated film Coco, is in the works at Pixar Animation Studios, for a planned release sometime in 2029. Director Lee Unkrick will return for the project, along with co-director Adrian Molina and producer Mark Nielsen.
Latino Public Broadcasting Reveals 2025 Funding Recipients
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2025
Latino Public Broadcasting (LPB) has announced the slate of long and short-form projects selected for production funding in 2025. Each year, LPB invites independent filmmakers to submit proposals for production and post-production support.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2025
Latino Public Broadcasting (LPB) has announced the slate of long and short-form projects selected for production funding in 2025. Each year, LPB invites independent filmmakers to submit proposals for production and post-production support.
Josh Gad, Titus Burgess & More to Narrate Disney's 2024 Candlelight Processional in EPCOT
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 16, 2024
Josh Gad, Neil Patrick Harris, Whoopi Goldberg, Titus Burgess, and more will serve as 2024 narrators for Disney World's annual Candlelight Procession in EPCOT. Each night in Epcot throughout the holiday season, a celebrity narrator tells the story of Christmas. Check out the full lineup of narrators now!
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 16, 2024
Josh Gad, Neil Patrick Harris, Whoopi Goldberg, Titus Burgess, and more will serve as 2024 narrators for Disney World's annual Candlelight Procession in EPCOT. Each night in Epcot throughout the holiday season, a celebrity narrator tells the story of Christmas. Check out the full lineup of narrators now!
EagleCon 2024 At Cal State LA To Honor Edward James Olmos, Harrison Ellenshaw & Dr. Dawnn Lewis
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024
EagleCon 2024 at Cal State LA will honor Edward James Olmos, Harrison Ellenshaw, and Dr. Dawnn Lewis while celebrating anniversaries of BATTLESTAR GALACTICA, THE MATRIX, and THE TERMINATOR. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024
EagleCon 2024 at Cal State LA will honor Edward James Olmos, Harrison Ellenshaw, and Dr. Dawnn Lewis while celebrating anniversaries of BATTLESTAR GALACTICA, THE MATRIX, and THE TERMINATOR. Learn more!
John Leguizamo's AMERICAN HISTORIA Series Coming to PBS This Month
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2024
In 2018, acclaimed Broadway and film actor John Leguizamo embarked on an exploration of Latino history with his Tony-nominated play, Latin History for Morons. Inspired by his quest to uncover Latino and Latina heroes and their contributions, the new three-part series, VOCES American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos, brings Leguizamo's passion from the stage to the screen.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2024
In 2018, acclaimed Broadway and film actor John Leguizamo embarked on an exploration of Latino history with his Tony-nominated play, Latin History for Morons. Inspired by his quest to uncover Latino and Latina heroes and their contributions, the new three-part series, VOCES American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos, brings Leguizamo's passion from the stage to the screen.
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrated With New Film Series Curated With York County Community Partners
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024
The Appell Center has announced a new film series for Hispanic Heritage Month, curated with York County community partners, featuring films that highlight Hispanic culture and contributions.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024
The Appell Center has announced a new film series for Hispanic Heritage Month, curated with York County community partners, featuring films that highlight Hispanic culture and contributions.
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation Launches Legacy Collection, New Historical Video Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation is launching its Legacy Collection today, offering a comprehensive archive of interviews and materials celebrating the contributions of actors and performers in the entertainment industry. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation is launching its Legacy Collection today, offering a comprehensive archive of interviews and materials celebrating the contributions of actors and performers in the entertainment industry. Learn more!
Photos: Take a Look at First Look Stills From ONE FAST MOVE
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 27, 2024
Amazon MGM Studios has released new first-look images at the upcoming film One Fast Move starring K.J. Apa. The film is an action-adventure thrill ride about a young man down on his luck who seeks out his estranged father to help him pursue his dream of becoming a professional motorcycle racer. Take a look at the new photos!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 27, 2024
Amazon MGM Studios has released new first-look images at the upcoming film One Fast Move starring K.J. Apa. The film is an action-adventure thrill ride about a young man down on his luck who seeks out his estranged father to help him pursue his dream of becoming a professional motorcycle racer. Take a look at the new photos!
Mario Van Peebles Joins 2024 San Francisco Black Film Festival With Screenings
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 13, 2024
The San Francisco Black Film Festival has announced the participation of acclaimed filmmaker and actor Mario Van Peebles in its 2024 edition.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 13, 2024
The San Francisco Black Film Festival has announced the participation of acclaimed filmmaker and actor Mario Van Peebles in its 2024 edition.
Comedian George Lopez Adds Second Show At Paramount Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2024
Comedy Works Entertainment and AEG Presents welcome GEORGE LOPEZ to Paramount Theatre in Denver, CO on Saturday, February 24th at 7:00pm.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2024
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
by Michael Major - Dec 13, 2023
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.
by Michael Major - Dec 13, 2023
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
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2023
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.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2023
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
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2023
George Lopez will be performing at the Paramount Theatre in Denver, CO on February 24, 2024 at 7:00pm.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2023
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
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2023
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.
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2023
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
by Michael Major - Mar 20, 2023
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.
by Michael Major - Mar 20, 2023
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.
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?
Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Zoot Suit and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Zoot Suit.
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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