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
Eric Lane Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Eric Lane reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Eric Lane's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Eric Lane'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 The Evil One, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Eric Lane Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eric Lane's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Eric Lane has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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 | Super Hit | 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 "The Evil One" with a rating of 9.0/10.
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 1-22", "Trapped in the Closet: Chapters 1-12", and "Trust".