James Gleason - Actor Profile

James Gleason

Acting
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
18Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 30, 1952
Birth Place: New York City, New York, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Gleason reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of James Gleason's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Gleason remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Star For Jeremy, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best James Gleason Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from James Gleason's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
A Star For Jeremy (1982) movie poster
★8.0

A Star For Jeremy: A boy wishes on a Christmas Star and finds out that his wish is granted.

A Star For Jeremy

1982•Animation
★6.8
Mother (1996) movie poster
★6.8

Mother: A neurotic, twice-divorced sci-fi writer moves back in with his mother to solve his personal problems.

Mother

1996•Comedy
★6.3
Why Do Fools Fall In Love (1998) movie poster
★6.3

Why Do Fools Fall In Love: In the mid-80s, three women (each with an attorney) arrive at the office of New York entertainment manager, Morris Levy.

Why Do Fools Fall In Love

1998•Drama
★6.1
Star (1993) movie poster
★6.1

Star: When Crystal Wyatt was 16 her father passed away. From that time her life would never be the same. Crystal is banished f

Star

1993•Romance
★6.0
S1m0ne (2002) movie poster
★6.0

S1m0ne: The career of a disillusioned producer, who is desperate for a hit, is endangered when his star walks off the film set.

S1m0ne

2002•Sci-Fi

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James Gleason.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2016 Rules Don't Apply Doctor Crone Average Similar →
2013 Awaken Willy Flop Similar →
2012 Stealing Roses Marco Flop Similar →
2006 American Dreamz Journalist Flop Similar →
2002 S1m0ne Reporter Average Similar →
2000 Shadow of the Blair Witch Jeff Schoene Flop Similar →
1998 Why Do Fools Fall In Love Stage Manager Average Similar →
1996 Mother Waiter Hit Similar →
1995 Sawbones Coroner Flop Similar →
1994 Revenge of the Nerds IV: Nerds in Love - Flop Similar →
1993 Star The Director Average Similar →
1993 Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday Agent Abernathy Flop Similar →
1993 Bloodlines: Murder in the Family Controller Flop Similar →
1992 Boris and Natasha Taxi Driver Flop Similar →
1992 For Richer, for Poorer Salesman Average Similar →
1987 My Demon Lover Alert Cop Flop Similar →
1982 A Star For Jeremy voice Super Hit Similar →
1977 The World's Greatest Lover Room Clerk Average Similar →

James Gleason - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Gleason?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Gleason is "A Star For Jeremy" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has James Gleason acted in?

James Gleason has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Gleason?

Other notable films include "Mother", "Why Do Fools Fall In Love", and "Star".