Eduardo Ciannelli
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Eduardo Ciannelli, sometimes credited as Edward Ciannelli, (30 August 1889 - 8 October 1969), was an Italian baritone and character actor with a long career in American films, mostly playing gangsters and criminals. Description above from the Wikipedia article Eduardo Ciannelli, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Eduardo Ciannelli Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Eduardo Ciannelli reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Eduardo Ciannelli's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 96% of Eduardo Ciannelli's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Uomini ombra, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Eduardo Ciannelli Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eduardo Ciannelli's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Eduardo Ciannelli has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | The Secret of Santa Vittoria | Luigi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Mission: Impossible vs. the Mob | Jack Rycher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Mackenna's Gold | Prairie Dog | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Spy in the Green Hat | Arturo 'Fingers' Stilletto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Chase | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Visit | Innkeeper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Houseboat | Arturo Zaccardi | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Il ricatto di un padre | Alessandro Arlandi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Forbidden | Vescovo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Luna nova | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Uomini ombra | Ammiraglio Zora | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Stranger's Hand | Dr. Vivaldi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Sul ponte dei sospiri | Inquisitore | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Voice of Silence | Father Superior | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Rapture | Arnaldo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Lieutenant Giorgio | Barone di Polia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | È l'amor che mi rovina | Capo delle spie (as Edward Ciannelli) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Fighting Men | Il barone Occhipinti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Pact with the Devil | Giacomo Mola | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | To the Victor | Firago | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | I Love Trouble | John Vega Caprillo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Rose of Santa Rosa | Don José de Garfias | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Seven Keys to Baldpate | Cargan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | California | Padre | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Joe Palooka, Champ | Florini | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Gilda | Cartel Member (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Perilous Holiday | Señor Aguirre | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Crime Doctor's Warning | Nick Petroni (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Mask of Dimitrios | Marukakis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Passage to Marseille | Chief Engineer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Adventures of the Flying Cadets | Kurt von Helger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | For Whom the Bell Tolls | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Cairo | Ahmed Ben Hassan (as Edward Ciannelli) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | I Was a Prisoner on Devil's Island | Dr. Victor Martel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Met in Bombay | Giovanni Riccio, the Hotel Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sky Raiders | Felix Lynx | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Ellery Queen's Penthouse Mystery | Count Brett (as Edward Ciannelli) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Kitty Foyle | Giono | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Foreign Correspondent | Mr. Krug | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Zanzibar | Koski | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Strange Cargo | Telez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Angels Wash Their Faces | Alfred Martino | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Risky Business | Philip Decarno | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gunga Din | Guru | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | On Such a Night | Ice Richmond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Girl from Scotland Yard | Franz Jorg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Marked Woman | Johnny Vanning | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Criminal Lawyer | Gene Larkin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Seven Keys to Baldpate | Innkeeper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Reunion in Vienna | Pofferoff aka Poffy | Hit | Similar → |
Eduardo Ciannelli - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Eduardo Ciannelli?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eduardo Ciannelli is "Uomini ombra" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Eduardo Ciannelli acted in?
Eduardo Ciannelli has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Eduardo Ciannelli?
Other notable films include "Mission: Impossible vs. the Mob", "Il ricatto di un padre", and "Luna nova".