James Cada
ActingAbout James Cada
James Cada was born on 30 October 1948 in Västervik, Kalmar län, Sweden. He is an actor and writer, known for Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999), A Serious Man (2009) and The Straight Story (1999). He is married to Susanne Egli. They have two children.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Cada reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of James Cada'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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Cada remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Straight Story, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best James Cada Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Cada's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James Cada.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | A Serious Man | Cop #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Sweet Land | Minister Thorwald | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Factotum | Bald Man | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | North Country | Don Pearson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Joe Somebody | Exec. Bill | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Wooly Boys | Mr. McKormick | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Chromium Hook | Sheriff Curtis Mansarack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Straight Story | Danny Riordan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Drop Dead Gorgeous | Lisa Swenson's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | A Chance of Snow | Otis Vickery | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Iron Will | Peter Swenson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Untamed Heart | Bill #1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Lucky Day | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Wildrose | Pavich | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | The Last Word | Bill Wright | Flop | Similar → |
James Cada - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Cada?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Cada is "The Straight Story" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has James Cada acted in?
James Cada has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Cada?
Other notable films include "North Country", "Lucky Day", and "Untamed Heart".