Eriq La Salle
ActingAbout Eriq La Salle
Eriq La Salle (born July 23, 1962) is an American actor and director, known for Coming to America and ER.
Eriq La Salle Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Eriq La Salle reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 33 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Eriq La Salle's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 42% of Eriq La Salle'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 King: Man of Peace in a Time of War, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Eriq La Salle Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eriq La Salle's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Eriq La Salle has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | A Second Chance at Love | Jack Roberts | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Logan | Will Munson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Blackout | George | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | MegaFault | Charley 'Boomer' Baxter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Relative Stranger | Walter Clemons | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | King: Man of Peace in a Time of War | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Johnny Was | Julius | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Shelter from the Storm: A Concert for the Gulf Coast | Self - Presenter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Inside Out | Doctor Peoples | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Biker Boyz | Tariq "Slick Will" (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Crazy As Hell | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | One Hour Photo | James Van Der Zee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Ultimate Jordan | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Mind Prey | Lucas Davenport | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault | Diego | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Michael Jordan: Above and Beyond | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Drop Squad | Bruford Jamison Jr | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Color of Night | Anderson | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Empty Cradle | Detective Knoll | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Murder in Oakland | Eric | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Eyes of a Witness | Mchumbo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Hammer, Slammer, & Slade | Jack Spade | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Jacob's Ladder | Frank | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | When We Were Young | Virgil Hawkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Magic Moments | Dancing Guy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Coming to America | Darryl Jenks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | What Price Victory | Trumayne James | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Five Corners | Samuel Kemp | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Where are the Children? | Deputy Bernie Miles | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Teen Father | Charlie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Out of the Darkness | Bobby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Cut and Run | Fargas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Rappin' | Ice | Flop | Similar → |
Eriq La Salle - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Eriq La Salle?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eriq La Salle is "King: Man of Peace in a Time of War" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Eriq La Salle acted in?
Eriq La Salle has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Eriq La Salle?
Other notable films include "Logan", "Ultimate Jordan", and "Michael Jordan: Above and Beyond".