Jim Fitzpatrick
ActingAbout Jim Fitzpatrick
James Armando Fitzpatrick was born in Omaha, Nebraska but returned to Clearwater Beach, Florida at three months of age where his parents (Jim Sr. and Cookie) are from and began his acting career on the stage at the tender age of 13 when he appeared in his first school play, "A Thousand Clowns," at Seminole (Florida) High School. Jim accepted a football scholarship to Illinois State University as a theater major where he became involved with the Steppenwolf Theatre Company founded by Gary Sinise and John Malkovich. He put aside an acting career to play professional football, however, starting in 1981 with the Hamilton Tiger Cats in the CFL (Canadian Football league) followed by short stints with the Chicago Bears ('82) and the Baltimore Colts('82). His football career ended when he retired in 1985, after spending three seasons with the Tampa Bay Bandits in the USFL ('83-'85).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jim Fitzpatrick reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 27 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Jim Fitzpatrick's filmography leans towards the Action 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), Jim Fitzpatrick remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That), which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jim Fitzpatrick Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jim Fitzpatrick's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jim Fitzpatrick.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Shark Waters | Jose | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Last of the Grads | Mr. Bradley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Mind Games | Roger | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | All Square | Drinking Gambler | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Do You See Me | Jimmy Nichols | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Dolphin Tale | Max Connellan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Adventure Scouts | Allen Daniels | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Belly of the Beast | Adam Simeon | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Blood Ranch | Spider | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Elizabethtown | Rusty | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | An American Reunion | Jamie Tesch | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Code Conspiracy | John Davis | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | U.S. Seals | Mike Bradley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Operation Delta Force 3: Clear Target | Skip Lang | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Armageddon | NORAD Technician | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Little Ghost | Tony | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Curse of the Starving Class | Emerson (as James Fitzpatrick) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That) | The Detective | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Ski Patrol | Young Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Phantom of the Ritz | Corey Beeson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | When the Bough Breaks | Reporter #3 | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Band of the Hand | Young Street Gangster (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Cocoon | Dock Worker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Walking the Edge | Fat Man's Body Guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Ragtime | Bail Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Glory Days | Steve Street | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | The Walk-Ons | Coach Davis | Flop | Similar → |
Jim Fitzpatrick - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jim Fitzpatrick?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jim Fitzpatrick is "I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That)" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Jim Fitzpatrick acted in?
Jim Fitzpatrick has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jim Fitzpatrick?
Other notable films include "Adventure Scouts", "Ragtime", and "Dolphin Tale".