James Harris - Actor Profile

James Harris

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 28, 1950
Birth Place: Senatobia, Mississippi, USA

About James Harris

James Harris, was an American professional wrestler, better known by the ring name Kamala. Nicknamed "The Ugandan Giant", Kamala portrayed a fearsome and simpleminded Ugandan who wrestled barefoot in war paint and a loincloth, and approached the ring wearing an African mask and carrying a spear and shield. He is best known for his appearances with WWE in the mid-1980s and early 1990s.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Harris 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: Action

The majority of James Harris's filmography leans towards the Action 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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Harris remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in WCCW Thanksgiving Star Wars 1985, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best James Harris Movies Ranked

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

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 The Beautiful One: Bobby Eaton - Flop Similar →
2013 Legends of Mid-South Wrestling Kamala Super Hit Similar →
2010 WWE: The Undertaker's Deadliest Matches - Super Hit Similar →
2008 Giants, Midgets, Heroes and Villains II Kamala Flop Similar →
2007 The Triumph and Tragedy of World Class Championship Wrestling Kamala Super Hit Similar →
2007 Mid-South Wrestling Giants, Midgets, Heroes & Villains vol. 1 Kamala Flop Similar →
2006 Heroes of World Class Kamala Super Hit Similar →
2006 WWE Vengeance 2006 Kamala (Ringside) Super Hit Similar →
2004 NEW Renegades Rampage Kamala Flop Similar →
2001 WWE WrestleMania X-Seven Kamala Super Hit Similar →
1995 WCW Fall Brawl 1995 "The Ugandan Giant" Kamala Hit Similar →
1995 WCW Bash at the Beach 1995 Kamala Flop Similar →
1994 The Life And Times of Paul Boesch Kamala (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
1993 Invasion of the Bodyslammers Kamala Flop Similar →
1993 WWE Bashed in the USA Kamala Flop Similar →
1993 Smack 'Em Whack 'Em Kamala Flop Similar →
1993 WWE U.K. Rampage 1993 Kamala Super Hit Similar →
1993 Mr. Nanny Kamala Flop Similar →
1993 WWE March to WrestleMania IX "The Ugandan Giant" Kamala Flop Similar →
1993 WWE WrestleFest '93 Kamala Flop Similar →
1993 WWE Wrestling Grudge Matches Kamala Flop Similar →
1992 WWE Survivor Series 1992 Kamala Super Hit Similar →
1992 WWE Survivor Series Showdown 1992 "The Ugandan Giant" Kamala Flop Similar →
1992 WWE SummerSlam 1992 "The Ugandan Giant" Kamala Super Hit Similar →
1992 WWE SummerSlam Spectacular 1992 "The Ugandan Giant" Kamala Flop Similar →
1987 The Best of the WWF: volume 13 Kamala Flop Similar →
1987 WWE Houston Wrestling: The Paul Boesch Retirement Show Kamala Flop Similar →
1987 The Best of the WWF: volume 12 Kamala Flop Similar →
1987 WWE Maple Leaf Wrestling: June '87 Kamala Flop Similar →
1987 The Best of the WWF: volume 11 Kamala Flop Similar →
1987 WWF Hulkamania 2 Kamala Flop Similar →
1987 WWE Maple Leaf Wrestling: March '87 Kamala Flop Similar →
1987 WWE Maple Leaf Wrestling: January '87 Kamala Flop Similar →
1987 WWE Wrestling at The Meadowlands: January '87 Kamala Flop Similar →
1986 AWA WrestleRock 1986 Kamala Super Hit Similar →
1985 WCCW Thanksgiving Star Wars 1985 Kimala Super Hit Similar →
1985 AWA Super Clash Kamala Super Hit Similar →
1985 Mid-South WrestleFest '85 Kamala Flop Similar →
1985 NWA The Great American Bash 1985 Kamala Flop Similar →
1985 WCCW Parade of Champions '85 Kamala Hit Similar →
1985 PWUSA Mayhem at The Meadowlands Kamala Flop Similar →
1985 PWUSA Star Wars Kamala Flop Similar →
1985 Wrestling's Bloopers, Bleeps, & Bodyslams Kamala Super Hit Similar →
1984 WWE Maple Leaf Wrestling: October '84 "The Ugandan Giant" Kamala Flop Similar →
1984 WWE Maple Leaf Wrestling: September '84 "The Ugandan Giant" Kamala Flop Similar →
1984 WWE St. Louis Wrestling: September '84 Kamala Flop Similar →
1984 WCCW Parade of Champions Kimala Flop Similar →
1983 WCCW Christmas Star Wars '83 Kimala Flop Similar →
1983 WCCW Thanksgiving Star Wars '83 Kamala Super Hit Similar →
1983 WCCW Star Wars (June 1983) Kimala Super Hit Similar →

James Harris - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Harris?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Harris is "WCCW Thanksgiving Star Wars 1985" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has James Harris acted in?

James Harris has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Harris?

Other notable films include "Wrestling's Bloopers, Bleeps, & Bodyslams", "The Life And Times of Paul Boesch", and "AWA WrestleRock 1986".