Eric Payne - Actor Profile

Eric Payne

Acting
Freshness: Feb 01, 2026
13Total Films
7.5 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Eric Payne reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Eric Payne's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 31% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Eric Payne remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Malcolm X, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Eric Payne Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Eric Payne's career based on audience ratings.

★7.5
Malcolm X (1992) movie poster
★7.5

Malcolm X: A tribute to the controversial black activist and leader of the struggle for black liberation. He hit bottom during his

Malcolm X

1992•Drama
★7.2
Juice (1992) movie poster
★7.2

Juice: Four Harlem friends -- Bishop, Q, Steel and Raheem -- dabble in petty crime, but they decide to go big by knocking off a

Juice

1992•Crime
★6.7
Gridlock'd (1997) movie poster
★6.7

Gridlock'd: After a friend overdoses, Spoon and Stretch decide to kick their drug habits and attempt to enroll in a government detox

Gridlock'd

1997•Comedy
★6.6
She's Gotta Have It (1986) movie poster
★6.6

She's Gotta Have It: The story of Nola Darling's simultaneous sexual relationships with three different men is told by her and by her partner

She's Gotta Have It

1986•Comedy
★6.1
The Revenant (2009) movie poster
★6.1

The Revenant: A horror movie/buddy comedy about Joey and his undead friend Bart who comes back from the dead as a revenant: an articul

The Revenant

2009•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Eric Payne.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2020 How to Raise a Black Boy - Flop Similar →
2011 Bad Actress Commercials Director Flop Similar →
2009 The Revenant Baily Average Similar →
2004 Never Die Alone Orderly Average Similar →
2000 MANeuvers Agony of Victory - Flop Similar →
1997 Gridlock'd Cop #2 Hit Similar →
1994 Drop Squad Stokely Flop Similar →
1992 Malcolm X Malcolm's FOI Super Hit Similar →
1992 Juice Frank Hit Similar →
1990 The Return of Superfly Security Guard Flop Similar →
1988 The Laser Man - Flop Similar →
1988 School Daze Booker T. Average Similar →
1986 She's Gotta Have It Dog 5 Hit Similar →

Eric Payne - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Eric Payne?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eric Payne is "Malcolm X" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Eric Payne acted in?

Eric Payne has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Eric Payne?

Other notable films include "Juice", "Gridlock'd", and "She's Gotta Have It".