James Anderson
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James Ottie Anderson, Jr. (July 13, 1921 – September 14, 1969), sometimes billed as Kyle James, was an American television and film actor of the 1950s and 1960s. He is probably best known for his role as Robert E. Lee "Bob" Ewell in To Kill a Mockingbird (1962). He made over 120 appearances, mostly in television and several films between 1941 and 1969. He made three guest appearances on Perry Mason, including the role of murder victim Frank Anderson in the 1958 episode, "The Case of the Pint-Sized Client," and murder victim Stanley Piper in the 1960 episode, "The Case of the Ill-Fated Faker." He appeared in a number of westerns throughout his career, often playing a gun-for-hire or outlaw. He died of a heart attack on September 14, 1969. Two films he appeared in The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1969) and Little Big Man (1970) were released posthumously. Description above from the Wikipedia article James Anderson, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Anderson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 43 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of James Anderson'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 47% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Anderson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in To Kill a Mockingbird, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best James Anderson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Anderson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James Anderson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Legends of the West | Sergeant in 'Little Big Man' | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Little Big Man | Sergeant | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Ballad of Cable Hogue | Preacher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Take the Money and Run | Chain Gang Warden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Magnificent Stranger | Morse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | To Kill a Mockingbird | Bob Ewell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Pressure Point | Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | I Married a Monster from Outer Space | Weldon | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | As Young As We Are | Barney | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Thing That Couldn't Die | Boyd Abercrombie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Big Land | Bob Cole (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Rack | Skinny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Running Target | Ora L. Strothers | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Friendly Persuasion | Poor Loser Dunked by Jess (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tension at Table Rock | Lerner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Rawhide Years | Deputy Wade | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Inside Detroit | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Marauders | Louis Ferber | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | An Annapolis Story | Instructor (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Seven Angry Men | Henry Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Dragnet | Fred Kemp | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Private Hell 36 | Patrolman in Locker Room (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Pushover | Beery the Mechanic (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Drums Across the River | Jed Walker | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Riot in Cell Block 11 | Guard Acton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Donovan's Brain | Chief Tuttle | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | China Venture | Cpl. Walters (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Arrowhead | Jerry August | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Great Jesse James Raid | Johnny Dorette | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Ruby Gentry | Lucien/Jewel Corey | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Duel at Silver Creek | Rat Face Blake | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Hellgate | Vern Brechene | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Has Anybody Seen My Gal? | Chauffeur (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Last Musketeer | Russ Tasker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Blue Veil | Jim Tappan (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Along the Great Divide | Dan Roden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Five | Eric | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Hunt the Man Down | Richard Kincaid / William H. Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Fireball | Strong Arm Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Speak No Evil | Don | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | The Great Sinner | Nervous Young Gambler (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Whisky Galore! | Old Hector | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sergeant York | Eb (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
James Anderson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Anderson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Anderson is "To Kill a Mockingbird" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has James Anderson acted in?
James Anderson has been featured in at least 43 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Anderson?
Other notable films include "Little Big Man", "Along the Great Divide", and "China Venture".