Eddie Clayton

Acting

Freshness: Jan 29, 2026

17Total Films

7.4 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 1, 1901

Birth Place: Charleston, West Virginia, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Eddie Clayton reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Eddie Clayton'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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Eddie Clayton remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in West Point, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Eddie Clayton Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Eddie Clayton's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4

★7.4

West Point: Arrogant and wise-cracking Brice Wayne enrolls at the United States Military Academy at West Point and adjusts to life a

West Point

1928•Drama

★6.5

★6.5

Why Be Good?: A flapper unwittingly falls for the boss' son.

Why Be Good?

1929•Comedy

★6.2

★6.2

Lilac Time: In France during World War I, a charming farm girl keeps a squadron of English pilots in good spirits as best as she can

Lilac Time

1928•War

★5.5

★5.5

Dancing Sweeties: Bill is a hot shot dancer who partners with Jazzbo, until he sees Molly at the dance. He enters the Waltz with Molly and

Dancing Sweeties

1930•Romance

★5.3

★5.3

So This Is Africa: Broke lion tamers travel to Africa to make a movie about Amazon women, from a distance.

So This Is Africa

1933•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Eddie Clayton.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1934	St. Louis Woman	Musician	Flop	Similar →
1933	So This Is Africa	Elevator Operator (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1930	The Way of All Men	Jack	Flop	Similar →
1930	Dancing Sweeties	Onions (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1930	Guilty?	Jerry	Flop	Similar →
1929	The College Coquette	Ted	Flop	Similar →
1929	Why Be Good?	Jerry	Hit	Similar →
1928	Lilac Time	The Enemy Ace	Average	Similar →
1928	The Dizzy Diver	-	Flop	Similar →
1928	Road House	Jim, Larry Grayson's Pal	Flop	Similar →
1928	Lady Be Good	Dancer	Flop	Similar →
1928	Mad Hour	Red	Flop	Similar →
1928	West Point	Bit Role (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1927	Flaming Fathers	Rollo	Flop	Similar →
1927	A Midsummer Night's Steam	-	Flop	Similar →
1926	Her Lucky Leap	-	Flop	Similar →
1923	The Call of the Canyon	Tenney Jones	Flop	Similar →

Eddie Clayton - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Eddie Clayton?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eddie Clayton is "West Point" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Eddie Clayton acted in?

Eddie Clayton has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Eddie Clayton?

Other notable films include "Why Be Good?", "Lilac Time", and "Dancing Sweeties".