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.
Eddie Cantor Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Eddie Cantor reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 31 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Eddie Cantor's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of Eddie Cantor'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 Great Radio Comedians, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Eddie Cantor Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eddie Cantor's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Eddie Cantor has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Goldwyn: The Man and His Movies | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Bob Hope's World of Comedy | Self - Tribute Montage (archive footage) | Flop | 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 | Average | 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 | Average | 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 31 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".