James Van Patten - Actor Profile

James Van Patten

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
35Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 7, 1956

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Van Patten reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 35 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of James Van Patten'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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Van Patten remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in An Eight Is Enough Wedding, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best James Van Patten Movies Ranked

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

★10.0
An Eight Is Enough Wedding (1989) movie poster
★10.0

An Eight Is Enough Wedding: This second made-for-television reunion film finds eldest son David on the brink of marriage to a divorcee. However, som

An Eight Is Enough Wedding

1989•TV Movie
★10.0
For Love and Honor (1983) movie poster
★10.0

For Love and Honor: A military drama set on a Texas base focuses on the ups and downs of young paratroopers, who, while they're gearing up f

For Love and Honor

1983•Drama
★7.0
Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood (1996) movie poster
★7.0

Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood: When Ashtray moves to South Central L.A. to live with his father (who appears to be the same age he is) and grandmother

Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood

1996•Comedy
★6.6
Robin Hood: Men in Tights (1993) movie poster
★6.6

Robin Hood: Men in Tights: Robin Hood comes home after fighting in the Crusades to learn that the noble King Richard is in exile and that the despo

Robin Hood: Men in Tights

1993•Comedy
★6.5
The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again (1979) movie poster
★6.5

The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again: Amos and Theodore, the two bumbling outlaw wannabes from The Apple Dumpling Gang, are back and trying to make it on thei

The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again

1979•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James Van Patten.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 7 Days to Vegas Carl Flop Similar →
2017 Inconceivable Dr. Weisman Average Similar →
2015 Breaker Breaker Dispatch (voice) Flop Similar →
2012 A Thousand Cuts Mark Flop Similar →
2010 Saw 3D Dr. Heffner Average Similar →
2009 Saw VI Coroner Average Similar →
2007 Saw IV Dr. Heffner / Coroner Average Similar →
2004 Quiet Kill Detective Jackson Flop Similar →
2000 Backyard Dogs Parker Nash Flop Similar →
1998 I Might Even Love You Dexter Flop Similar →
1996 Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood Harvard Man Hit Similar →
1994 The Killing Jar Dick Kelly Flop Similar →
1993 Robin Hood: Men in Tights Villager Hit Similar →
1991 Life Stinks Wheelchair Attendant Average Similar →
1990 Twisted Justice Kelsey Flop Similar →
1989 An Eight Is Enough Wedding Merle Super Hit Similar →
1989 Hyper Space Raymond Scully Flop Similar →
1988 American Revenge Mel Flop Similar →
1988 The Underachievers Todd (as Jimmy Van Patten) Flop Similar →
1988 Eagle's Law - Flop Similar →
1987 Nightforce Steve Worthington Flop Similar →
1987 The Dirty Dozen: The Deadly Mission David Webber Flop Similar →
1987 The Perfect Body Contest Celebrity Judge Flop Similar →
1983 For Love and Honor Nick Super Hit Similar →
1983 Young Warriors Kevin Carrigan Flop Similar →
1982 High Powder Joe Brock Flop Similar →
1982 Tennessee Stallion Billy Flop Similar →
1981 Lunch Wagon Biff Flop Similar →
1979 Roller Boogie Hoppy Average Similar →
1979 The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again Soldier #1 on Train Hit Similar →
1979 California Dreaming Mike Flop Similar →
1978 Hot Lead & Cold Feet Jake Average Similar →
1976 Freaky Friday Cashier Average Similar →
1976 Lifeguard Surfer Average Similar →
N/A The Book of Leah Mark Gold Flop Similar →

James Van Patten - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Van Patten?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Van Patten is "An Eight Is Enough Wedding" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has James Van Patten acted in?

James Van Patten has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Van Patten?

Other notable films include "For Love and Honor", "Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood", and "Robin Hood: Men in Tights".