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James Kennedy

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
11Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Kennedy reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of James Kennedy'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Kennedy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Just a Boys' Game, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best James Kennedy Movies Ranked

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

★8.0
Just a Boys' Game (1979) movie poster
★8.0

Just a Boys' Game: Jake lives in the shadow of his dying grandfather, who was once the town's toughest hard man. Despite their hatred of ea

Just a Boys' Game

1979•Drama
★6.8
Local Hero (1983) movie poster
★6.8

Local Hero: An American oil company sends a man to Scotland to buy up an entire village where they want to build a refinery. But thi

Local Hero

1983•Comedy
★6.0
Crusoe (1988) movie poster
★6.0

Crusoe: Robinson Crusoe is shipwrecked and he finds himself all alone on a tropical island. With a few tools he manages to rescu

Crusoe

1988•Adventure
★0.0
End of the Line (1984) movie poster
★0.0

End of the Line: Life in a Scottish New Town

End of the Line

1984
★0.0
In Traction (1986) movie poster
★0.0

In Traction: Matters are bad enough when Mr Gentle tries to commit suicide. They are even worse when the attempt fails. Worst of all

In Traction

1986•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1988 Crusoe Captain Harding Average Similar →
1986 In Traction Brian Henderson Flop Similar →
1984 End of the Line Peter Flop Similar →
1983 Local Hero Edward Hit Similar →
1979 Just a Boys' Game - Super Hit Similar →
1979 Degree of Uncertainty Stan Flop Similar →
1978 Donal and Sally Bill Flop Similar →
1978 Jackie McCafferty's Romance Passenger Flop Similar →
1977 Last Summer Bryant Flop Similar →
1976 Willie Rough Geordie Flop Similar →
1965 Treasure Island Billy Bones / Black Glove Flop Similar →

James Kennedy - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Kennedy?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Kennedy is "Just a Boys' Game" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has James Kennedy acted in?

James Kennedy has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Kennedy?

Other notable films include "Local Hero", "Crusoe", and "End of the Line".