James Griffith
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James Griffith was an American character actor, musician, and screenwriter.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Griffith reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Western
The majority of James Griffith's filmography leans towards the Western 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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Griffith remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Gift, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best James Griffith Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Griffith's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James Griffith.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Los Angeles Plays Itself | Jesse Quinn in Dragnet (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn | Uncle Silas | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Legend of Sleepy Hollow | Squire Van Tassel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Speedtrap | Wino | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Babe | Hospital Spokesman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Gift | Tav | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Seven Alone | Billy Shaw | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Hitchhike! | Sheriff Bentley | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Seven in Darkness | Harlan Cabot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Heaven with a Gun | Abraham Murdock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Winchester '73 | Minister Riding on Horse | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | A Big Hand for the Little Lady | Mr. Stribling | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Lorna | The Man of God | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | How the West Was Won | Poker Player with Cleve (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Pocketful of Miracles | Detective Briscoe (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | North to Alaska | Salvation Army Leader | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Spartacus | Otho (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Frontier Gun | Cash Skelton | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Return to Warbow | Frank Hollister | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Raintree County | Mr. Gray's Searching Companion (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Domino Kid | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Vampire | Henry Winston | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | The Guns of Fort Petticoat | Kipper | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Rebel in Town | Marshal Adam Russell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The First Texan | Davy Crockett | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Killing | Mr. Grimes | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tribute to a Bad Man | Barjak | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | At Gunpoint | Alexander | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Apache Ambush | Abraham Lincoln | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Night of the Hunter | District Attorney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | I Cover the Underworld | Smiley Di Angelo | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Masterson of Kansas | Doc Holliday | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Drum Beat | Veteran One-Legged Soldier at White House Gate (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Dragnet | Jesse Quinn | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Rails Into Laramie | Orrie Sommers | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Jesse James vs. the Daltons | Bob Dalton | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Ride Clear of Diablo | Henry | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Eight Iron Men | Pvt. Ferguson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Blue Veil | Joplin's Agent (Uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lady Pays Off | Ronald | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Inside the Walls of Folsom Prison | Carl Gebhardt (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Apache Drums | Lt. Glidden | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Payment on Demand | Arthur | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Double Deal | Walter Karnes | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Breaking Point | Charlie, Bartender (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Cariboo Trail | Higgins | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Bright Leaf | Ellery (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Holiday Affair | Crowley's Floorwalker (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Every Girl Should Be Married | Insurance Salesman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Blonde Ice | Al Herrick | Average | Similar → |
James Griffith - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Griffith?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Griffith is "The Gift" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has James Griffith acted in?
James Griffith has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Griffith?
Other notable films include "Hitchhike!", "The Night of the Hunter", and "The Killing".