James Harrison

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

17Total Films

9.0 Highest Rated

Born: Jul 1, 1891

Birth Place: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Harrison reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of James Harrison'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 6% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Harrison remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Chicken Feathers, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best James Harrison Movies Ranked

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

★9.0

★9.0

Chicken Feathers: Comedy starring Jack Duffy and Anne Cornwall, featured in James Roots' 100 Essential Film Comedies

Chicken Feathers

1927•Comedy

★5.0

★5.0

Kidding Katie: A 1923 Christie comedy starring Babe London and Dorothy Devore. Queenie (London) has sent a picture of her sister Katie

Kidding Katie

1923•Comedy

★5.0

★5.0

A Perfect 36: In order to escape from the police after a small car accident, Bobby dresses as a girl and a sailor in a boat ride.

A Perfect 36

1923•Comedy

★5.0

Getting Gertie's Goat (1924) movie poster

★5.0

Getting Gertie's Goat: Gertie and Jimmie want to get married and go on a honeymoon. They have the license and the tickets, but have to get past

Getting Gertie's Goat

1924•Comedy

★1.0

★1.0

Husband Hunters: Marie Devere and Helen Gray are two sophisticated, gold-digging chorus girls on the look-out to marry a rich man, who me

Husband Hunters

1927•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1931	Too Many Husbands	Jimmy Martin	Flop	Similar →
1929	Stage Struck Susie	-	Flop	Similar →
1929	Are Scotchmen Tight	-	Flop	Similar →
1928	Love's Young Scream	The Boy	Flop	Similar →
1927	Backstage	Charlie	Flop	Similar →
1927	Chicken Feathers	Anne's Sweetheart (as Jimmy Harrison)	Super Hit	Similar →
1927	Husband Hunters	Jimmy Wallace	Flop	Similar →
1926	College Days	Larry Powell	Flop	Similar →
1925	Charley's Aunt	Charley Wykeham	Flop	Similar →
1924	Getting Gertie's Goat	Jimmie	Flop	Similar →
1923	Kidding Katie	Dick	Flop	Similar →
1923	A Perfect 36	Jimmie	Flop	Similar →
1923	Navy Blues	Lt. James Warren	Flop	Similar →
1922	Why Announce Your Marriage?	-	Flop	Similar →
1921	A Heart to Let	Warren	Flop	Similar →
1921	Wedding Bells	Douglas Ordway	Flop	Similar →
1921	Lessons in Love	Robert Calthorpe	Flop	Similar →

James Harrison - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Harrison?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Harrison is "Chicken Feathers" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has James Harrison acted in?

James Harrison has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Harrison?

Other notable films include "Kidding Katie", "A Perfect 36", and "Getting Gertie's Goat".