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.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Eduardo Ciannelli reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Eduardo Ciannelli'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 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Eduardo Ciannelli remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mission: Impossible vs. the Mob, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Eduardo Ciannelli Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eduardo Ciannelli's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Eduardo Ciannelli.
| 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".