Erik Cordes

Actor

Eric Cordes is a young German actor who stands out with his intense physical presence and believable character portrayals. After his first appearances in front of the camera, his breakthrough came with GEWALTEN (2022, directed by Constantin Hatz), in which he plays a central role as Michael alongside Malte Oskar Frank and Robert Kuchenbuch. The film drama celebrated its world premiere at the Berlinale in the Perspektive Deutsches Kino section, where it was awarded the Heiner Carow Prize (cinematography: Rafael Starman). Cordes continues his journey in cinema with ROCK ‘N’ ROLL RINGO (2024, directed by Dominik Galizia). Shot on 35mm, the film tells the story of the fairground world and a rise to fame as a prizefighter; Cordes plays Montecarlo Manfred as part of the ensemble alongside Martin Rohde, Lary, Margarethe Tiesel, and Peter Trabner. Selected TV and streaming work further underscores his profile: in Deadlines (season 3), Cordes expands his repertoire in the series format, while other credits such as Love Addicts demonstrate his versatility in the contemporary streaming environment. Together, these projects paint a picture of an actor who masters physical roles with the same confidence as quiet, psychologically precise characters—with a focus on realistic settings, consistent storytelling, and a high degree of authenticity.

Films on Sooner

Forces

2023

148 mins

Drama

Under the crushing emotional burden of his terminally ill father and violent brother, 14-year-old Daniel seeks refuge with two outcasts.