Eddie Cantor
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Eddie Cantor (born Isidore Itzkowitz; January 31, 1892 – October 10, 1964) was an American comedian, actor, dancer, singer, songwriter, film producer, screenwriter and author. Cantor was one of the prominent entertainers of his era.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Eddie Cantor reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 30 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Eddie Cantor'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 37% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Eddie Cantor remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Great Radio Comedians, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Eddie Cantor Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eddie Cantor's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Eddie Cantor.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Goldwyn: The Man and His Movies | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Great Radio Comedians | Self (Archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Fabulous Irishman | Self - Host | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Sizeman and Son | Morris Sizeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Eddie Cantor Story | Himself (epilogue) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Yesterday and Today | (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Story of Will Rogers | Eddie Cantor | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | If You Knew Susie | Sam Parker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Breakdowns of 1944 | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Hollywood Canteen | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Show Business | Eddie Martin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Thank Your Lucky Stars | Self / Joe Simpson | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Forty Little Mothers | Gilbert Jordan Thompson | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Ali Baba Goes to Town | Aloysius Babson/Ali Baba/Eddie Cantor | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Strike Me Pink | Eddie Pink | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Kid Millions | Eddie Wilson Jr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Hollywood Gad-About | Self (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Screen Snapshots No. 11 | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Roman Scandals | Eddie aka Oedipus | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Kid from Spain | Eddie Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Palmy Days | Eddie Simpson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Whoopee! | Henry Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Insurance | Sidney B. Zwieback | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Getting a Ticket | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Glorifying the American Girl | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | A Ziegfeld Midnight Frolic | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Special Delivery | Eddie Beagle - the Mail Carrier | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Kid Boots | Samuel (Kid) Boots | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | A Few Moments with Eddie Cantor | - | Flop | Similar → |
Eddie Cantor - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Eddie Cantor?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eddie Cantor is "The Great Radio Comedians" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Eddie Cantor acted in?
Eddie Cantor has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Eddie Cantor?
Other notable films include "Insurance", "Goldwyn: The Man and His Movies", and "If You Knew Susie".