James McEachin - Actor Profile

James McEachin

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 20, 1930
Birth Place: Rennert, North Carolina, USA

About James McEachin

James McEachin was born on May 20, 1930 in Rennert, North Carolina. At the age of 18 he joined the US Armed Forces and served in the Korean War earning many medals of valor to include the Purple Heart and Silver Star. After leaving the military he spent time as a policeman and then fireman before moving to California and becoming a record producer. After a short stint in the music industry McEachin went into acting and spent many years in film and television. Not yet content he took time away from acting to become an award-winning author and maker of audio books. In 2005 McEachin was appointed as a US Army Reserve Ambassador and spends his free time speaking to soldiers, veterans and America. In late 2006 he produced the film-short Old Glory, a film short for the soldier, veteran and patriot in us all. In 2008 McEachin opened his one-man play, Above the Call; Beyond the Duty at the John F. Kennedy Center, Washington, DC and his since played Casa Manana, Ft. Worth, TX, Brentwood Theater, Los Angeles, CA, and Merle Reskin Theatre, Chicago, IL. McEachin is married with three grown children and resides in So Cal.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of James McEachin 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: Drama

The majority of James McEachin'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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James McEachin remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in O'Hara, United States Treasury: Operation Cobra, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best James McEachin Movies Ranked

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

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1995 Perry Mason: The Case of the Jealous Jokester Lt. Ed Brock Super Hit Similar →
1994 Perry Mason: The Case of the Lethal Lifestyle Lt. Ed Brock Hit Similar →
1994 Double Exposure Detective Becker Flop Similar →
1993 Perry Mason: The Case of the Wicked Wives Lt. Ed Brock Hit Similar →
1993 Perry Mason: The Case of the Killer Kiss Lt. Ed Brock Super Hit Similar →
1993 Perry Mason: The Case of the Telltale Talk Show Host Lt. Ed Brock Hit Similar →
1993 Sworn to Vengeance - Flop Similar →
1993 Perry Mason: The Case of the Skin-Deep Scandal Lt. Ed Brock Hit Similar →
1992 Perry Mason: The Case of the Heartbroken Bride Lt. Ed Brock Super Hit Similar →
1992 Perry Mason: The Case of the Reckless Romeo Lt. Ed Brock Hit Similar →
1992 Perry Mason: The Case of the Fatal Framing Lt. Ed Brock Hit Similar →
1991 Perry Mason: The Case of the Glass Coffin Lt. Ed Brock Hit Similar →
1991 Perry Mason: The Case of the Ruthless Reporter Lt. Ed Brock Average Similar →
1990 UFO Cafe Frank Flop Similar →
1990 Perry Mason: The Case of the Silenced Singer Lt. Ed Brock Hit Similar →
1990 Perry Mason: The Case of the Poisoned Pen Lt. Brock Hit Similar →
1989 Perry Mason: The Case of the All-Star Assassin Lt. Ed Brock Average Similar →
1989 Perry Mason: The Case of the Musical Murder Lt Ed Brock Hit Similar →
1988 Perry Mason: The Case of the Avenging Ace Police Sergeant Clifford Brock Hit Similar →
1987 Perry Mason: The Case of the Scandalous Scoundrel Harry Forbes Hit Similar →
1986 Perry Mason: The Case of the Notorious Nun Lt. Ed Brock Hit Similar →
1984 2010 Victor Milson Hit Similar →
1983 Allison Sydney Harrison Lt. Jesse Herman Flop Similar →
1980 Gridlock Speed-O Average Similar →
1978 Every Which Way but Loose Herb Average Similar →
1975 The Dead Don't Die Frankie Specht Average Similar →
1974 Christina Donovan Average Similar →
1973 The Alpha Caper Scat Average Similar →
1972 The Judge and Jake Wyler Quint Flop Similar →
1972 That Certain Summer Mr. Early, the Conductor Hit Similar →
1972 Short Walk to Daylight Ed Average Similar →
1972 Fuzz Det. Arthur Brown Flop Similar →
1972 The Groundstar Conspiracy Bender Average Similar →
1972 Buck and the Preacher Kingston Average Similar →
1972 Welcome Home, Johnny Bristol Loughton Super Hit Similar →
1971 Play Misty for Me Al Monte Hit Similar →
1971 O'Hara, United States Treasury: Operation Cobra Timothy Super Hit Similar →
1971 The Neon Ceiling Highway Patrolman Super Hit Similar →
1970 The Brotherhood of the Bell Police Detective Average Similar →
1970 The Lawyer Striker Flop Similar →
1969 Hello, Dolly! Laborer (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1969 The Undefeated Jimmy Collins Average Similar →
1969 True Grit Judge Parker's Bailiff (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1969 Deadlock Noah Flop Similar →
1968 Uptight Mello Hit Similar →
1968 If He Hollers, Let Him Go! Defense Counsel Flop Similar →
1968 Coogan's Bluff Man (uncredited) Average Similar →
1968 The Legend of Lylah Clare Reporter (uncredited) Average Similar →
1968 Where Were You When the Lights Went Out? Policeman (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1966 The Black Klansman Lonnie Average Similar →

James McEachin - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James McEachin?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James McEachin is "O'Hara, United States Treasury: Operation Cobra" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has James McEachin acted in?

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

What are some other popular movies by James McEachin?

Other notable films include "Welcome Home, Johnny Bristol", "Perry Mason: The Case of the Heartbroken Bride", and "The Neon Ceiling".