Bradford English

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

22Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 16, 1942

Birth Place: South Orange, New Jersey, USA

About Bradford English

James Bradford English Sr. (January 16, 1942 – October 25, 2024) was an American character actor known for his roles in film and television. He was best known in the horror film community for his role in the 1995 horror movie Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers as John Strode. His first movie role was in the 1971 movie The Anderson Tapes, he also starred in the 1979 movie The Onion Field. English made guest appearances on many television shows. His appearances ranged from Kojak, Diff'rent Strokes, The A-Team, Hunter, Seinfeld, Alien Nation, NYPD Blue, 21 Jump Street, Brooklyn South, and Crossing Jordan and Mad Men.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bradford English reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 22 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Bradford English'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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bradford English remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in M.A.D.D.: Mothers Against Drunk Drivers, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Bradford English Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Bradford English's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0

M.A.D.D.: Mothers Against Drunk Drivers (1983) movie poster

★7.0

M.A.D.D.: Mothers Against Drunk Drivers: A mother relentlessly tries to spearhead a movement for national anti-drunk driver legislation after her own daughter be

M.A.D.D.: Mothers Against Drunk Drivers

1983•Drama

★6.9

★6.9

Basic Instinct: Catherine, a novelist with an insatiable sexual appetite, becomes a prime suspect when her boyfriend is brutally murdere

Basic Instinct

1992•Thriller

★6.6

The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989) movie poster

★6.6

The Fabulous Baker Boys: The lives of two struggling musicians, who happen to be brothers, inevitably change when they team up with a beautiful,

The Fabulous Baker Boys

1989•Comedy

★6.2

★6.2

The Anderson Tapes: Thief Duke Anderson—just released from ten years in jail—takes up with his old girlfriend in her posh apartment block, a

The Anderson Tapes

1971•Crime

★6.1

★6.1

Wolf: An aging publisher becomes a demon wolf and, with this newfound youthful vigor, fights to keep his job.

Wolf

1994•Horror

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bradford English.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2007	Lucky You	Tommy the Poker Host	Average	Similar →
2006	Karla	Mr. Ross	Flop	Similar →
2001	Determination of Death	Col. Black	Flop	Similar →
1999	Thick as Thieves	Kendall	Average	Similar →
1995	Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers	John Strode	Flop	Similar →
1994	Wolf	Keyes	Average	Similar →
1993	Sex, Love and Cold Hard Cash	Warden Harris	Flop	Similar →
1993	Dying to Love You	Detective	Flop	Similar →
1992	Basic Instinct	Campus Policeman	Hit	Similar →
1990	Last Flight Out	Jerry	Flop	Similar →
1989	The Fabulous Baker Boys	Earl	Hit	Similar →
1989	The Revenge of Al Capone	Warden Johnson	Average	Similar →
1983	Deal of the Century	Man from McDonnell Douglas	Flop	Similar →
1983	M.A.D.D.: Mothers Against Drunk Drivers	Officer Sternhagen	Hit	Similar →
1982	Hanky Panky	Guard #1	Flop	Similar →
1980	Alcatraz: The Whole Shocking Story	Thompkins	Flop	Similar →
1980	Fun and Games	Tex	Flop	Similar →
1980	All God's Children	-	Flop	Similar →
1980	Mother and Daughter: The Loving War	Don	Flop	Similar →
1979	The Onion Field	Red Haired Cop	Average	Similar →
1979	Beach Patrol	Dispatcher	Average	Similar →
1971	The Anderson Tapes	T.V. Watcher	Average	Similar →

Bradford English - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Bradford English?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bradford English is "M.A.D.D.: Mothers Against Drunk Drivers" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Bradford English acted in?

Bradford English has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Bradford English?

Other notable films include "Basic Instinct", "The Fabulous Baker Boys", and "The Anderson Tapes".