Zeppo Marx
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Herbert Manfred "Zeppo" Marx (February 25, 1901 – November 30, 1979) was an American film star, theatrical agent and businessman. He was the youngest of the five Marx Brothers. He appeared in the first five Marx Brothers films, but then left the act to start his second career as a theatrical agent. Description above from the Wikipedia article Zeppo Marx, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Zeppo Marx Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Zeppo Marx reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Zeppo Marx's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 53% of Zeppo Marx'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 Humor Risk, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Zeppo Marx Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Zeppo Marx's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Zeppo Marx has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | The Marx Brothers: Hollywood's Kings of Chaos | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Inside the Marx Brothers | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Classic Comedy Teams | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Oops, Those Hollywood Bloopers! | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Movie Orgy | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Hollywood on Parade No. B-5 | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Duck Soup | Bob Roland | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Horse Feathers | Frank Wagstaff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | I'll Say She Is | Sammy Brown | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Monkey Business | Zeppo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The House That Shadows Built | Sammy Brown | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Animal Crackers | Horatio Jamison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | The Cocoanuts | Jamison | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | A Kiss in the Dark | (as Herbert Marx) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Humor Risk | Playboy / Barowner | Super Hit | Similar → |
Zeppo Marx - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Zeppo Marx?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Zeppo Marx is "Humor Risk" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Zeppo Marx acted in?
Zeppo Marx has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Zeppo Marx?
Other notable films include "Duck Soup", "The Marx Brothers: Hollywood's Kings of Chaos", and "Monkey Business".