Erik Rhodes
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Erik Rhodes (born Ernest Sharpe; February 10, 1906 - February 17, 1990) was an American stage, film, and television actor best remembered for his comedic performances as delightful hyperactive Italian gentlemen in the classic Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers Hollywood musicals The Gay Divorcee (1934) and Top Hat (1935). With a good baritone voice, he was successful, both prior to and subsequent his film career, in Broadway musicals.
Erik Rhodes Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Erik Rhodes reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 27 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Erik Rhodes's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 15% of Erik Rhodes'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 Top Hat, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Erik Rhodes Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Erik Rhodes's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Erik Rhodes has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | The Silver Screen: Color Me Lavender | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | On Your Toes | Konstantin Morrisine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Dramatic School | Georges Mounier | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Say It in French | Irving | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Meet the Girls | Maurice Leon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Mysterious Mr. Moto | David Scott-Frensham | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Canary Comes Across | Canary Dillon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Beg, Borrow or Steal | Lefevre | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Fight for Your Lady | Anton Spadissimo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Music for Madame | Spaghetti Nadzio | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Woman Chases Man | Henri Saffron | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Criminal Lawyer | Tony Bandini | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Smartest Girl in Town | Baron Enrico Torene | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Second Wife | Dave Bennet | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | One Rainy Afternoon | Count Alfredo Donstelli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Special Investigator | Benny Gray | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Chatterbox | Archie Fisher | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Two in the Dark | Carlo Gheet | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Another Face | Grimm | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Top Hat | Alberto Beddini | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Old Man Rhythm | Frank Rochet | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Night at the Biltmore Bowl | Erik Rhodes | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Nitwits | George Clark | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | A Night at the Ritz | Leopold | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Charlie Chan in Paris | Max Corday | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Gay Divorcee | Rodolfo Tonetti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Give Her a Ring | - | Flop | Similar → |
Erik Rhodes - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Erik Rhodes?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Erik Rhodes is "Top Hat" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Erik Rhodes acted in?
Erik Rhodes has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Erik Rhodes?
Other notable films include "The Gay Divorcee", "The Nitwits", and "Charlie Chan in Paris".