James Otis

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

9Total Films

8.2 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Otis 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 Otis'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 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Otis remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Prestige, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best James Otis Movies Ranked

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

★8.2

★8.2

The Prestige: A mysterious story of two magicians whose intense rivalry leads them on a life-long battle for supremacy -- full of obse

The Prestige

2006•Drama

★6.9

★6.9

Stardust Memories: While attending a retrospect of his work, a filmmaker recalls his life and his loves: the inspirations for his films.

Stardust Memories

1980•Comedy

★6.3

★6.3

Inhabited: A family dismisses their daughter's claims of "fairies" living in the playhouse in their new home's backyard, until they

Inhabited

2003•Drama

★6.2

Another Day in Paradise (1998) movie poster

★6.2

Another Day in Paradise: In the hope of a big score, two junkie couples team up to commit various drug robberies which go disastrously wrong, lea

Another Day in Paradise

1998•Thriller

★5.6

★5.6

The Black Dahlia: In 1940s Los Angeles, two former boxers-turned-cops must grapple with corruption, narcissism, stag films and family madn

The Black Dahlia

2006•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2008	Nite Tales	Jim Bob	Flop	Similar →
2006	The Prestige	Blind Stagehand 1	Super Hit	Similar →
2006	The Black Dahlia	Dolph Bleichert	Average	Similar →
2004	Promised Land	Ray	Flop	Similar →
2003	The Kiss	Ray	Flop	Similar →
2003	Inhabited	Mr. Stevenson	Average	Similar →
1998	Another Day in Paradise	Reverend	Average	Similar →
1996	Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer, Part 2	Homeless Shelter Man #1	Flop	Similar →
1980	Stardust Memories	UFO Follower	Hit	Similar →

James Otis - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Otis?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Otis is "The Prestige" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has James Otis acted in?

James Otis has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Otis?

Other notable films include "Stardust Memories", "Inhabited", and "Another Day in Paradise".