Eric Lane
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Eric Lane is an American actor from Chicago, Illinois. He is known for R. Kelly's hip-hopera, Trapped in the Closet, as the character Twan, from Chapter 7 and on. He also appeared in the 2006 film Waist Deep, the lead role in the 2008 direct to video film Tactical, and is the main character in the 2014 short film Night Thrasher: RAVE based on the Marvel comics superhero character Night Thrasher. He currently plays the role Black Magnum from the Amazon.com series The Girls & Rodney as well as the character Frank the Barber in the comedy series REL on FOX. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Eric Lane reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Eric Lane's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Eric Lane remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Trapped in the Closet: Chapters 1-22, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Eric Lane Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eric Lane's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Eric Lane.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Never Alone for Christmas: Memphis | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Sunshine Day | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Trapped in the Closet: Chapters 23-33 | Twan | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Tactical | Lieutenant Casper | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Trapped in the Closet: Chapters 1-22 | Twan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Trapped in the Closet: Chapters 13-22 | Twan | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Trapped in the Closet: Chapters 1-12 | Twan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | A Get2Gether | Leonard | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Evil One | Chris Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Trust | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Barbershop | Customer Rodney | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Novocaine | Officer Chuck Smith | Average | Similar → |
Eric Lane - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Eric Lane?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eric Lane is "Trapped in the Closet: Chapters 1-22" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Eric Lane acted in?
Eric Lane has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Eric Lane?
Other notable films include "Trapped in the Closet: Chapters 1-12", "Trust", and "Trapped in the Closet: Chapters 13-22".