James Lewis
ActingAbout James Lewis
James Lewis was born and raised in Washington, D.C. Lewis has recorded over 900 audio books, appeared on numerous commercials and tv shows including a recurring role on HBO's The Wire, and principal roles on America's Most Wanted. James has also appeared in several independent films, including Euphoria which won a gold medal at the Houston Film Festival, Red River which won a Paul Robeson award for lighting, and For Love of Liberty which won the 2011 NAACP Award for best documentary and boasted an all-star narration cast including Halle Berry, Bill Cosby, Mel Gibson, John Travolta and Robert Duvall. In addition, Lewis has lent his voice talents to bring to life such DC Comics characters as Green Lantern John Stewart, Nightwing, Firestorm, Jimmy Olsen and Clayface in the DC Comics audio adaption of Crisis on Infinite Earths which won him an Audiofile Award for best ensemble cast. James won a 2011 Aurora Award and Telly Award for Best Comic Performance in the web production "I Can Live with That". James is also the recipient of the prestigious Actors Center Award in Washington DC. In 2009, Lewis provided over 15-character voices for Fallout 3, which to date, has won multiple awards including Best Overall RPG, Best Overall Console Game, Overall Game of the Show for E3, GamePro Magazine "PC Game of the Year, Game Developer's Choice Awards, Golden Joystick Awards, Best Xbox Game from Official Xbox Magazine, and Best PC Game from GameSpy to name a few. In 2018 Lewis' audiobook "Who Is the Black Panther" won audiobook of the year from Audiofile Magazine. In 2020 James was a silver Telly award for his work as both an actor and producer in the graphic novel "Germ Warfare" Additionally in 2020 James was nominated for 2 SOVAS awards for best Audiobook Narration and Best Audiobook Producer.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Lewis reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of James Lewis'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Lewis remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Something the Lord Made, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best James Lewis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Lewis's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James Lewis.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Kill the Messenger | Jaguar Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Captain America: The Winter Soldier | Smithsonian Museum Visitor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Washingtonienne | Ben's Chili Bowl Patron | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Notes from the Rogues Gallery | Mr. Thompson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Fatwa | Businessman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | No Retreat from Destiny: The Battle That Rescued Washington | Body Servant | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | xXx: State of the Union | World Leader | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Something the Lord Made | Medical Intern | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Like Father, Like Son | Warren | Flop | Similar → |
James Lewis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Lewis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Lewis is "Something the Lord Made" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has James Lewis acted in?
James Lewis has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Lewis?
Other notable films include "Captain America: The Winter Soldier", "Kill the Messenger", and "xXx: State of the Union".