Ernie Stanton
ActingAbout Ernie Stanton
Ernest George Burch (August 23, 1890 - February 6, 1944) professionally known as Ernie Stanton, was an English-American actor from London, England. He originally did vaudeville acts with his brother, Val Stanton as the team, Val and Ernie Stanton. He is notably known for his minor roles in films such as Stage Struck (1936), Hats Off (1936), Mickey’s Parrot (1938) and many more. Not only was Ernie an actor, he was a very well accomplished athlete as both a baseball player and a boxer.
Ernie Stanton Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ernie Stanton 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 Ernie Stanton's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 42% of Ernie Stanton'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 Desert Bandit, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ernie Stanton Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ernie Stanton's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ernie Stanton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | Yankee Doodle Dandy | Waiter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Obliging Young Lady | Cedric - Bird Lover (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Ghost of Frankenstein | Constable (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Wolf Man | Search Party Member Philips (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Moonlight in Hawaii | Truck Driver (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Private Nurse | Winton Butler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | International Squadron | Ground Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Cracked Nuts | Ivan the Robot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hit the Road | O’Brien - First Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Desert Bandit | Sheriff Warde | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Free and Easy | Duke’s Horse Groom (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Case of the Black Parrot | Colonel Piggott | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | South of Suez | Private Detective (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | A Dispatch from Reuters | Cockney News Vendor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Foreign Correspondent | Man (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Pride of the Blue Grass | Roberts (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mr. Wong in Chinatown | Bailey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Hell's Kitchen | Nick (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Mysterious Mr. Moto | Sidewalk Artist (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Mickey's Parrot | Parrot (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Adventures of Robin Hood | Outlaw (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Devil's Saddle Legion | Reggie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Prince and the Pauper | Guard (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Bulldog Drummond Escapes | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | After the Thin Man | Thug at Nick’s Table (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Hats Off | Secretary | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | 15 Maiden Lane | Charles - Payton’s Butler (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Thank You, Jeeves! | Mr. Snelling | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Stage Struck | Marley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sing, Baby, Sing | Mac's Friend (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Here’s the Gang | (Himself) The Master of Ceremonies | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | English as She Is Not Spoken | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Cut Yourself a Piece of Cake | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Ernie Stanton - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ernie Stanton?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ernie Stanton is "Desert Bandit" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Ernie Stanton acted in?
Ernie Stanton has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ernie Stanton?
Other notable films include "15 Maiden Lane", "The Adventures of Robin Hood", and "After the Thin Man".