Matthew James
ActingAbout Matthew James
Born and raised in Long Island New York, Matthew James moved to Manhattan to study acting at the Lee Strasberg Institute. After years of honing his craft in NYC he ventured out to Los Angeles. In Hollywood Matt landed the crucial role of Merl on the hit show Angel. After two seasons on Angel, he appeared on NYPD Blue. In 2001 he landed the key role of the Dude in Kevin Smith's Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back. After doing several Independent films Matthew started writing his own movies. His current project is an offbeat love story set in Los Angeles called Nipples and Palm Trees in which he wrote and stars in is now streaming on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu. - IMDb Mini Biography By: Doug Jackson
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Matthew James reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Thriller
The majority of Matthew James's filmography leans towards the Thriller 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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Matthew James remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Matthew James Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Matthew James's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Matthew James.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Jack's Apocalypse | Jude | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Dawn of the Planet of the Apes | Man 2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Nipples & Palm Trees | Jackson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Clean | A.K. Willis | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back | The Dude | Average | Similar → |
Matthew James - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Matthew James?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Matthew James is "Dawn of the Planet of the Apes" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Matthew James acted in?
Matthew James has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Matthew James?
Other notable films include "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back", "Jack's Apocalypse", and "Clean".