Eduardo Ciannelli
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Eduardo Ciannelli, sometimes credited as Edward Ciannelli, (30 August 1889 - 8 October 1969), was an Italian baritone and character actor with a long career in American films, mostly playing gangsters and criminals. Description above from the Wikipedia article Eduardo Ciannelli, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Eduardo Ciannelli Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Eduardo Ciannelli reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Eduardo Ciannelli's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 46% of Eduardo Ciannelli'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 Mission: Impossible vs. the Mob, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Eduardo Ciannelli Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eduardo Ciannelli's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Eduardo Ciannelli has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | The Secret of Santa Vittoria | Luigi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Boot Hill | Governor Boone / Moore | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Mission: Impossible vs. the Mob | Jack Rycher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Mackenna's Gold | Prairie Dog | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Brotherhood | Don Peppino | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Spy in the Green Hat | Arturo 'Fingers' Stilletto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Chase | Party Guest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Massacre At Grand Canyon | Eric Dancer | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Visit | Innkeeper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Houseboat | Arturo Zaccardi | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Helen of Troy | Andros | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Forbidden | Vescovo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Stranger's Hand | Dr. Vivaldi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Vanquished | Claudio's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Voice of Silence | Padre superiore | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Lieutenant Giorgio | Barone di Polia | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | È l'amor che mi rovina | Capo delle spie (as Edward Ciannelli) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Prince of Foxes | Art Dealer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | I Love Trouble | John Vega Caprillo | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Rose of Santa Rosa | Don José de Garfias | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Lost Moment | Father Rinaldo | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Seven Keys to Baldpate | Cargan | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | California | Padre | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Gilda | Cartel Member (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Crime Doctor's Warning | Nick Petroni (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Dillinger | Marco Minelli | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Conspirators | Colonel Almeida (as Edward Ciannelli) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Mask of Dimitrios | Marukakis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Passage to Marseille | Chief Engineer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Adventures of the Flying Cadets | Kurt von Helger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | For Whom the Bell Tolls | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Constant Nymph | Roberto | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | They Got Me Covered | Baldanacco | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Cairo | Ahmed Ben Hassan (as Edward Ciannelli) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | They Met in Bombay | Giovanni Riccio, the Hotel Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sky Raiders | Felix Lynx | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Kitty Foyle | Giono | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Foreign Correspondent | Mr. Krug | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Strange Cargo | Telez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Angels Wash Their Faces | Alfred Martino | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Bulldog Drummond's Bride | Henri Armides | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Risky Business | Philip Decarno | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gunga Din | Guru | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Blind Alibi | Mitch | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The League of Frightened Men | Paul Chapin | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Marked Woman | Johnny Vanning | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Criminal Lawyer | Gene Larkin | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Seven Keys to Baldpate | Innkeeper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Scoundrel | Maurice Stern | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Reunion in Vienna | Pofferoff aka Poffy | Hit | Similar → |
Eduardo Ciannelli - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Eduardo Ciannelli?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eduardo Ciannelli is "Mission: Impossible vs. the Mob" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Eduardo Ciannelli acted in?
Eduardo Ciannelli has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Eduardo Ciannelli?
Other notable films include "Gilda", "They Met in Bombay", and "The Visit".